University of Arizona to Host National Wheelchair Basketball Tournament

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The University of Arizona will host the National Intercollegiate Wheelchair Basketball Tournament for the first time in program history. The four-day event, taking place April 1-4 at ALKAME Arena's McKale Center, will feature 12 men's teams and 4 women's teams from around the country competing in the largest wheelchair basketball tournament ever held.

Why it matters

Wheelchair basketball has been a part of the University of Arizona's Adaptive Athletics program for over 50 years, but this is the first time the school will host the prestigious National Intercollegiate Wheelchair Basketball Tournament. Bringing this high-profile event to Tucson shines a spotlight on the university's long-standing commitment to adaptive sports and inclusive athletics.

The details

The National Intercollegiate Wheelchair Basketball Tournament was awarded to the University of Arizona through a lottery within the NIWB collegiate division. The four-day event will feature 12 men's teams and 4 women's teams competing at ALKAME Arena's McKale Center.

• The tournament will take place April 1-4, 2026.
• The University of Arizona has hosted an adaptive athletics program for over 50 years.

What’s next

The University of Arizona is preparing to welcome the largest wheelchair basketball tournament in its history, with teams from across the country competing at the prestigious event.