The 2026 Men’s March Madness tournament began with selections on Sunday, March 15, at 6 p.m. ET on CBS. This year, the tournament will feature a total of 36 Canadians on rosters, a significant increase from the 20 players last year.
Following Selection Sunday, the tournament will kick off with the First Four games on Tuesday, March 17, and Wednesday, March 18. The excitement continues as the first round is scheduled for Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20.
The Gators have secured the No. 1 seed in the South Region, while Idaho is making a notable return to the NCAA Tournament for the first time since 1990.
The tournament will progress through various stages, with the Sweet 16 taking place on Thursday, March 26, and Friday, March 27. The Elite Eight will follow on Saturday, March 28, and Sunday, March 29.
The culmination of the tournament will occur at the Final Four in Indianapolis on April 4 and 6, leading up to the NCAA championship game on Monday, April 6, at Lucas Oil Stadium.
Overall, a total of 168 Canadians suited up for NCAA Division I men’s teams this season, reflecting the growing presence of Canadian talent in collegiate basketball.
The NCAA basketball tournaments have become a significant event in mid-March, capturing the attention of sports fans across North America. As the tournament unfolds, observers are eager to see how the teams will perform and which players will stand out.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding potential upsets or standout performances as the tournament progresses.
