A Historic Weekend for NC State! Both the Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams
are Playing in the Final Four!
RALEIGH — Fans of North Carolina State are getting ready to switch into high gear. On Friday, play begins for two teams hoping to make it to a National Championship! First up will be the women on Friday at 7pm. The Wolfpack take on Number One seed South Carolina. If they survive that matchup, they will take on the winner of the UConn-Iowa game on Sunday.
For the men, who are experiencing a Cinderella tournament that has many recalling State’s historic 1983 championship under the legendary Jim Valvano, the action begins Saturday at 6:09pm when they take on Number One seed Purdue. If the men advance they will play the winner of the Alabama-UConn game on Monday.
If you are planning to attend either, here are some things to look forward to:
The women play in Cleveland at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. There are lots of events happening while you’re in town. Check out events like the Four Bounce, Party on the Plaza, a FREE open practice by all four teams, and a Super Saturday concert. All you need to know about the events is here.
The men will be in Phoenix at the State Farm Arena and the city is rolling out the welcome mat. Events include the March Madness Music Festival with the Jonas Brothers, The Final Four Fan Fest, and loads of dining deals across the city. All you need to know about the events is here.