Story contributed from the Sioux Falls Sports Authority

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. -- Tickets for the 2020 NAIA Division II Men’s Basketball Championship are now available. The Sioux Falls Sports Authority, along with Dakota State University and Northwestern College (Iowa) will host the NAIA Division II Men’s Basketball National Championship at the Sanford Pentagon March 11-17.

“We look forward to welcoming the NAIA back to Sioux Falls for a third consecutive year” Thomas Lee, executive director of the Sioux Falls Sports Authority said.

“This all-in-one-venue 32-team tournament combined with the Sanford Pentagon’s throw-back design really creates a unique, memorable experience for the student-athletes and fans.”

The NAIA Division II Men’s Basketball Championship will begin on Wednesday, March 11, with eight games per day on the first three days of competition. The quarterfinals will be played on Saturday, March 14 followed by the semifinals on Monday, March 16 and the championship game on Tuesday, March 17.

“There is nothing better than crowning a national champion on Heritage Court,” said Jesse Smith, director of operations at the Sanford Pentagon.“These are memories the athletes and coaches will remember for the rest of their lives, and we take a great deal of pride in giving them an experience and atmosphere they won’t forget.”

All-session passes are $90 and can be purchased at the Sanford Pentagon Box Office, https://www.ticketmaster.com, any Ticketmaster outlet or by calling 800-745-3000. Single session are also available. All tickets will be general admission.

Sioux Falls Sports Authority The Sioux Falls Sports Authority was formed in 2006 by community leaders to recruit major sporting events to the Sioux Falls area. The organization has hosted the Summit League Basketball Championships since 2009, the Sioux Falls Marathon since 2010 and multiple NCAA Championships, including the 2016 Division I Women’s Basketball Regional. For more information, visit www.sfsportsauthority.org.