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Danville Today
By the People, for the People
DMACC basketball teams advance in NJCAA tournaments
Men's and women's teams win opening round games at national tournaments
Mar. 17, 2026 at 10:19am
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The DMACC men's and women's basketball teams both won their opening round games in the NJCAA Division II National Tournaments yesterday. The DMACC women defeated Monroe CC 62-47 in Hickory, North Carolina, while the DMACC men beat Lansing CC in Danville, Illinois. Both teams will now advance to the second round of their respective tournaments.
Why it matters
DMACC is a community college in the Midwest known for its strong athletic programs, especially in basketball. Advancing in the NJCAA national tournaments is a significant achievement that brings pride to the school and local community.
The details
The DMACC women's team dominated Monroe CC, winning by 15 points in the opening round game. The DMACC men also won their first round matchup, defeating Lansing CC. Both teams will now face tougher competition in the second round as they continue their pursuit of a national championship.
- The women's game took place on March 16th in Hickory, North Carolina.
- The men's game was played on March 16th in Danville, Illinois.
The players
DMACC
A community college located in the Midwest that fields strong men's and women's basketball teams.
Monroe CC
The women's basketball team that lost to DMACC in the opening round of the NJCAA Division II National Tournament.
Lansing CC
The men's basketball team that lost to DMACC in the opening round of the NJCAA Division II National Tournament.
What’s next
The DMACC women will play Pima in the second round on March 17th in Hickory, North Carolina. The DMACC men will face their next opponent on March 17th in Danville, Illinois.
The takeaway
DMACC's basketball programs continue to demonstrate their excellence, with both the men's and women's teams advancing to the second round of the prestigious NJCAA national tournaments. This is a proud moment for the school and the local community.
