2026 March Madness South Regional Schedule Announced

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The 2026 March Madness South Regional schedule has been announced, with the games set to take place at the Toyota Center in Houston. The field for the South Regional was determined on Sunday, but there will be no Houston-Florida rematch of last year's national championship game.

Why it matters

The South Regional is one of the most anticipated events in college basketball, and hosting it at the Toyota Center in Houston is a major coup for the city. The games will draw thousands of fans and provide a significant economic boost to the local community.

The details

The South Regional games will be played at the Toyota Center in Houston from March 26-28, 2026. The specific matchups and game times have not yet been announced, but the field has been set. Unfortunately, there will be no Houston-Florida rematch of last year's national championship game, as the two teams were not placed in the same regional.

• The South Regional games will be played from March 26-28, 2026.

What’s next

The specific matchups and game times for the South Regional will be announced in the coming weeks.