ROCHESTER, Minn. — The 2018 NCAA Division III Women’s Basketball Championship will be hosted by Saint Mary’s University and Rochester MN Sports on Friday and Saturday, March 16-17, at the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester, Minn.
“We’re excited to be part of this collaborative effort that will bring Rochester some great exposure,” said Nikki Fennern, Saint Mary’s athletic director.
The NCAA selected the hosts and site in 2013, after Saint Mary’s and Rochester Sports worked together to prepare a bid.
“We had a great experience co-hosting the NCAA Division III Volleyball Championship in 2004 with Rochester Sports and look forward to working with them again to provide an outstanding experience for the student athletes,” Fennern added. “Saint Mary’s is proud of this joint venture with Rochester Sports, which is part of our continued effort to expand the university’s presence and partnerships in the Rochester community.”
The national semifinal games will be played at 5 and 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 16, which will include halftime shows from the Special Olympics Basketball and Cheer Team as well as the Just for Kix Dance Team.
The national championship game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 17, which will include a halftime performance from Far-Out K9 Flying Disc Experience.
One-day tickets are $12 for adults and $7 for youth, students, and seniors. All-session tickets are $20 for adults and $12 for youth, students, and seniors. Group tickets are also available by calling 507-280-4701.
Visit saintmaryssports.com/d3wbb for more information.