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Big South Basketball Championships to Return to Johnson City
The conference will host its men's and women's tournaments in the city next March.
Apr. 17, 2026 at 8:30pm
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The Big South Conference's return to Johnson City for its marquee basketball tournaments will bring an influx of players, fans, and economic activity to the region.Johnson City TodayThe Big South Conference announced on Friday that it will be returning to Johnson City, Tennessee for its men's and women's basketball tournaments in March 2027.
Why it matters
Johnson City has hosted the Big South basketball championships multiple times in the past, providing an economic boost to the local community through increased tourism and spending. The return of this major college sports event is seen as a win for the city's reputation and its ability to attract regional sporting events.
The details
The Big South Conference, which includes 10 member schools across the Southeast, will bring both its men's and women's basketball tournament brackets to the Freedom Hall Civic Center in Johnson City next March. The multi-day event is expected to draw thousands of players, coaches, staff, and fans to the area.
- The Big South Conference announced the return of the tournaments on April 17, 2026.
- The men's and women's basketball championships will take place in Johnson City in March 2027.
The players
Big South Conference
A NCAA Division I collegiate athletic conference that includes 10 member schools across the Southeastern United States.
Freedom Hall Civic Center
A multi-purpose arena located in Johnson City, Tennessee that will host the 2027 Big South basketball tournaments.
What’s next
The Big South Conference will begin promoting the 2027 basketball championships and working with the city of Johnson City on event logistics in the coming months.
The takeaway
Johnson City's successful track record of hosting the Big South basketball tournaments has led the conference to return the event to the city, providing an economic boost and enhancing the city's reputation as a regional sports destination.
