UND Athletics Covers Student Tickets for Regional Final

University aims to pack Denny Sanford Premier Center for matchup against Quinnipiac

Mar. 28, 2026 at 9:49am

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The University of North Dakota athletic department is covering the cost of student tickets for the upcoming regional final game against Quinnipiac at the Denny Sanford Premier Center in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. The goal is to create a lively atmosphere and maximize fan support for the team.

Why it matters

UND is hoping a strong student turnout can provide an energetic home-court advantage against their tournament opponent. Covering ticket costs is an effort to remove financial barriers and encourage greater student participation at the high-stakes regional final game.

The details

Students have until 4 p.m. on Friday to claim the free tickets provided by the UND athletic department. The university is hoping a packed student section can help create an electric atmosphere at the Denny Sanford Premier Center for the regional final matchup against Quinnipiac.

  • The regional final game is scheduled for Saturday, March 29, 2026.

The players

University of North Dakota

The public research university located in Grand Forks, North Dakota, whose athletic teams compete in Division I.

Quinnipiac University

A private university in Hamden, Connecticut, whose men's basketball team is competing against UND in the regional final.

Denny Sanford Premier Center

A multi-purpose arena located in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, which is hosting the regional final game.

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What’s next

Students have until 4 p.m. on Friday to claim the free tickets provided by the UND athletic department.

The takeaway

UND is making a concerted effort to engage its student base and create a lively, supportive environment for its team in a high-stakes tournament game. Covering ticket costs is a strategic move to maximize fan participation and give the team the best chance of advancing.