Cleveland Hosting the 2025 Mid-American Conference (MAC) Basketball Tournaments

Cleveland is set to host one of the most exciting college basketball events of the year—the 2025 Mid-American Conference (MAC) Basketball Tournaments. The men’s and women’s tournaments will be held at the Rocket Arena from March 12 to March 15, 2025, attracting basketball fans from across the region to the heart of Cleveland.

The MAC Men’s Basketball Tournament will kick off on March 13, with teams from across the conference battling it out in a single-elimination format. The tournament culminates with the championship game on March 15 at 7:40 p.m. ET, which will be televised nationally on ESPN2. The excitement of these games is palpable, with many fans packing into the Rocket Arena to cheer on their teams in what promises to be an action-packed few days of basketball.

The MAC Women’s Basketball Tournament will also take place from March 12–15, with games leading up to the championship game on March 15 at 11:00 a.m. ET, broadcast live on ESPN2. These tournaments not only bring high-level athletic competition to Cleveland but also contribute significantly to the local economy, with hotels, restaurants, and bars all benefiting from the influx of visitors.

Both tournaments showcase some of the top talent in the country and are an excellent opportunity for sports fans to experience top-notch college basketball in a vibrant and energetic setting.