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Wichita Steps Up for March Madness | Birmingham News
Wichita, Kansas is stepping into the March Madness spotlight, set to host six of the 12 new play-in games for the expanded 2027 and 2028 NCAA tournaments, marking a historic shift as the field grows to 76 teams. With Dayton handling the other six, this move brings the tournament’s kickoff to a passionate midwestern basketball hub, easing travel for teams nationwide. The NCAA also tweaked rules to improve logistics and allow schools to host their own regional games — all to make the madness even more thrilling, starting March 16th. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…
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