MARCH 2012

by | Jan 6, 2021

A first-ever visit from the US President, British Prime Minister & Ohio governor join fans from the Dayton region at UD Arena on the first night of the NCAA Tournament.

MARCH 2012

by | Jan 6, 2021

The Local Organizing Committee hosts the first-ever First Four Festival which draws 15,000 on Selection Sunday to downtown Dayton. Festival includes the first annual Hoopla Challenge.

DECEMBER 2011

by | Jan 6, 2021

First Four Events Inc. created to support the NCAA First Four Local Organizing Committee efforts in Dayton, Ohio.

March 2011

by | Jan 5, 2021

VCU makes their historic tournament run from First Four to Final Four.

March 2011

by | Jan 5, 2021

UD Arena hosts the first-ever First Four games as March Madness expands to 68 teams.

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