March Madness Expands to Wichita | Dayton Flyers Basketball News

March Madness is getting bigger—and so is its footprint. Starting in 2027, Wichita, Kansas, joins Dayton, Ohio, as a host for the First Four games, expanding from 68 to 76 teams. Both cities will stage three games each on the Tuesday and Wednesday after Selection Sunday, bringing the thrill of March Madness to more passionate basketball communities. Dayton, a longtime host since 2001 (except during the pandemic), welcomes Wichita—a city with deep basketball roots and a central location that eases travel for teams. The NCAA’s move reflects the tournament’s growth and its mission to spread the madness across the nation. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/60ebc2892a48a074