The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) Basketball Tournament is an annual tournament that takes place in March. The tournament is held to determine the conference’s automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. The 2021 tournament took place in Birmingham, Alabama, and the 2022 tournament is scheduled to take place in Houston, Texas. This article will provide an overview of the tournament, the schedule, and the teams that will be competing in the 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament.
What is the SWAC?
The SWAC is a collegiate athletic conference that is made up of historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) located in the southern United States. The conference was founded in 1920 as the Southwestern Athletic Association and was renamed the Southwestern Athletic Conference in 1982. The conference includes 10 member institutions that compete in 19 sports, including football, basketball, baseball, and softball.
Who Will be Competing in the 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament?
The 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament will include the following teams:
- Alabama A&M
- Alabama State
- Alcorn State
- Grambling State
- Jackson State
- Mississippi Valley State
- Prairie View A&M
- Southern
- Texas Southern
- Arkansas-Pine Bluff
When is the 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament?
The 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament is scheduled to take place from March 13th to March 20th. It will be hosted by the University of Houston. The tournament will begin on Sunday, March 13th and will conclude on Sunday, March 20th with the championship game.
Where is the SWAC Basketball Tournament Being Held?
The 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament will take place at the Fertitta Center on the University of Houston campus. The Fertitta Center is a 10,000 seat multi-purpose arena that is home to the Houston Cougars men’s and women’s basketball teams. The arena is located in the heart of the University of Houston campus and is easily accessible from both the Texas Medical Center and Downtown Houston.
How Can I Watch the SWAC Basketball Tournament?
The 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament will be broadcast live on ESPN+. Fans can also follow the tournament online at the official website of the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC).
What is the Format of the SWAC Basketball Tournament?
The 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament will be a single-elimination tournament. The tournament will begin with eight teams playing in the first round. The four winners will advance to the quarterfinals. The two winners of the quarterfinals will move on to the semifinals and the winners of the semifinals will face off in the championship game.
How Does the SWAC Basketball Tournament Determine its Champion?
The winner of the SWAC Basketball Tournament will receive an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. The champion will also receive the conference’s trophy, which is a replica of the Liberty Bell.
What is the Prize for the Winner of the SWAC Basketball Tournament?
The winner of the 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament will receive an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. The champion will also receive the conference’s trophy, which is a replica of the Liberty Bell, as well as a cash prize.
Conclusion
The 2022 SWAC Basketball Tournament will take place from March 13th to March 20th at the Fertitta Center on the University of Houston campus. The tournament will feature the 10 members of the Southwestern Athletic Conference and the winner will receive an automatic bid to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament and the conference’s trophy, which is a replica of the Liberty Bell. Fans can follow the tournament online at the official website of the Southwestern Athletic Conference or on ESPN+.