
NCAA to Expand Basketball Tournaments to 76 Teams in 2027
The NCAA plans to double the tournament field to 76 teams by 2027, promising more games and new revenue streams, but critics warn it could dilute competition and reward mediocrity.
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The NCAA plans to double the tournament field to 76 teams by 2027, promising more games and new revenue streams, but critics warn it could dilute competition and reward mediocrity.

The NCAA expands the Division III baseball tournament to 64 teams, announces a live selection show, and prepares for championship finals in Eastlake, Ohio, featuring defending champion Wisconsin-Whitewater and a lineage of past winners.

Jordan Lyons, a former Furman standout, is back on the coaching staff as an assistant, bringing his playing pedigree and global coaching experience to the program.

The 2026 NCAA Division III baseball championship will feature a 64‑team bracket, with 41 automatic qualifiers and 23 at‑large bids. Regional play begins May 15, and the finals run May 29‑June 4 at Classic Auto Group Park in Eastlake, Ohio. Defending champion Wisconsin‑Whitewater looks to repeat, while the tournament’s history highlights recent title winners.

Senior Taeg Gollert was named Conference USA Hitter of the Week after a sweeping series against New Mexico State that featured three home runs, 10 RBIs and multiple program records.

The NCAA’s rules committee is exploring a shift from two halves to four quarters, driven by the need to integrate commercial breaks and reshape scheduling.

The nation's top recruit commits to Kansas, major programs reshape rosters via the transfer portal, and the NCAA expands the tournament to 76 teams, prompting fan questions