2026 NWAC MEN'S & WOMEN'S BASKETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS CENTRAL |
EVENT INFO • TICKETS • BRACKETS & SCORES • LIVESTREAM • HOTELS • MERCHANDISE • SPONSORS |
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MARCH 4-8; MARCH 13 & 15, 2026 | COLUMBIA BASIN COLLEGE | PASCO, WASHINGTON |
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EVENT INFO |
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| DATE |
March 4-8 (Sweet 16 & Elite 8) March 13 & 15 (Final Four) |
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| LOCATION |
Columbia Basin College Student Recreation Center (SRC) [Google Map] | [Parking Map] |
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| DESCRIPTION |
Come see the top 16 men's and women's teams in the NWAC battle it out for their respective Basketball Championship titles on Holden Court at Columbia Basin College! CBC will host the Men's and Women's Basketball Championships through 2028 before opening up to bid. Join the Facebook Event page HERE. Tournament Schedule: March 4-6: Men's Sweet 16 and Elite 8 FINAL FOUR |
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| VOLUNTEERS |
If you are interested in volunteering to work this event, submit the form HERE. |
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| YOUTH FLOOR SWEEPERS |
We invite youth (5 years old) through college-age to be a part of the tournament as a floor sweeper! Complete the sign-up HERE. |
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| PARKING | Parking is free on the CBC campus. Follow directional signage to park in the designated areas for fans, teams, officials, etc. | ||||||||||||||||||||||
| EXPECTATIONS & POLICIES |
All tournament attendees must abide by the fan expectations and additional policies. |
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| OFFICIAL BALL |
Baden - Official Ball of NWAC Basketball
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TICKETS |
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| Custom Online Ticketing Provided by vivenu | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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We encourage fans to purchase tickets online in advance. Tickets can be purchased on-site with a debit/credit card, NO CASH SALES. |
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MEDIA CREDENTIAL REQUEST Click HERE to request a media credential for this event. For working media only. |
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FOUR-YEAR COACH ENTRY REQUEST Four-year institution coaches can request free tickets to this event by emailing Alli Young at: ayoung@nwacsports.com. |
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BRACKETS & SCORES |
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| PHOTOS View/Download photos courtesy of Dan Acosta. |
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ARCHIVED PAGE View the 2025 Basketball Championships page HERE. |
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LIVESTREAM |
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Live streaming other than the official tournament broadcast will not be allowed. |
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HOTELS |
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Things to do in the Tri-Cities | Tri-Cities Food & Drink | Visit Tri-Cities Show Your Badge (show your credential or tournament ticket/pass at participating businesses) |
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| SWEET 16 & ELITE 8 HOTELS: | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Best Western Kennewick Tri-Cities Center [direct booking link] 602 N Young St, Kennewick, WA 99336 Phone: (509) 396-9979 Rate: $109 for Premium King Bed or Standard Two Bed + taxes/fees. Rate includes breakfast. Distance to CBC: 9.4 miles (15-minute drive) Group Rate Name: Northwest Athletic Conference NWAC CB; Group Code: 5B6IR1E0 Cut-off date: 2/18/2026 |
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| Best Western Premier Pasco Inn & Suites [direct booking link] 2811 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301 Phone: (509) 543-7722 Rate: $179 for K room, $169 for QQ rooms + taxes/fees. Rate includes free full-hot breakfast buffet, parking and WiFi. Distance to CBC: 0.4 mile (2-minute drive or 10-minute walk) Group Rate Name: NWAC- 3/3-3/8/26 Cut-off date: 2/10/2026 |
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| Comfort Suites Kennewick at Southridge [direct booking link] 3703 Plaza Way, Kennewick, WA 99338 Phone: (509) 579-0897 Rate: $134 for QQ rooms + tax. Guest room rate is for 1-2 people per room. Any additional guests per room will have a $10 per person charge. Distance to CBC: 8.1 miles (16-minute drive) Group Rate Name: Northwest Athletic Conference Cut-off date: 2/18/2026 |
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| Courtyard by Marriott Pasco Tri-Cities Airport [direct booking link] 2101 W Argent Road, Pasco, WA US 99301 Phone: (509) 545-4011 Rate: $169 for K rooms or QQ rooms + taxes/fees. Breakfast is NOT included. On-site restaurant open for breakfast and dinner. Distance to CBC: 0.8 mile (about 3 minutes drive) Group Rate Name: Northwest Athletic Conference Cut-off date: 2/18/2026 |
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| Quality Inn & Suites Kennewick Tri-Cities [direct booking link] 5616 West Clearwater Ave, Kennewick, WA US 99336 Phone: (509) 735-2242 Rate: $94 + taxes/fees for Standard single or double bed room. Distance to CBC: 6.8 miles (13-minute drive) Group Rate Name: Northwest Athletic Conference; Group Number: FI99Z9 Cut-off date: 2/18/2026 |
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| Sleep Inn Pasco Tri-Cities [direct booking link] 9930 Bedford Street, Pasco, WA US 99301 Phone: (509) 316-0371 Rate: $119 + taxes/fees for Standard QQ room. Rate includes free continental breakfast, free WiFi and parking. Distance to CBC: 6.5 miles (about 10 minutes drive) Group Rate Name: "NW Athletic Conference" Cut-off date: 2/16/2026 |
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| Baymont by Wyndham Tri-Cities/Kennewick [Call hotel directly.] 4220 W 27th Pl, Kennewick, WA 99338 Phone: (509) 736-3326 Rate: $90 for K rooms, $100 for QQ rooms. Distance to CBC: 7.3 miles (15-minute drive) Group Rate Name: NWAC Cut-off date: TBD/2026 |
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| Best Western Kennewick Tri-Cities Center [direct booking link] 602 N Young St, Kennewick, WA 99336 Phone: (509) 396-9979 Rate: $124 for Premium King Bed or Standard Two Bed + taxes/fees. Rate includes breakfast. Distance to CBC: 9.4 miles (15-minute drive) Group Rate Name: Northwest Athletic Conference NWAC; Group Code: 7N1XU5D9 Cut-off date: 3/5/2026 |
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| Best Western Premier Pasco Inn & Suites [direct booking link] 2811 N 20th Ave, Pasco, WA 99301 Phone: (509) 543-7722 Rate: $169 for K room, $179 for QQ rooms + taxes/fees. Rate includes free full-hot breakfast buffet, parking and WiFi. Distance to CBC: 0.4 mile (2-minute drive or 10-minute walk) Group Rate Name: NWAC- 3/12-3/1626 Cut-off date: 2/12/2026 |
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| Courtyard by Marriott Pasco Tri-Cities Airport [direct booking link] 2101 W Argent Road, Pasco, WA US 99301 Phone: (509) 545-4011 Rate: $169 for K rooms or $172 for QQ rooms + taxes/fees. Breakfast is NOT included. On-site restaurant open for breakfast and dinner. Distance to CBC: 0.8 mile (about 3 minutes drive) Group Rate Name: Northwest Athletic Conference Cut-off date: 2/23/2026 |
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| Sleep Inn Pasco Tri-Cities [direct booking link] 9930 Bedford Street, Pasco, WA US 99301 Phone: (509) 316-0371 Rate: $119 + taxes/fees for Standard QQ room. Rate includes free continental breakfast, free WiFi and parking. Distance to CBC: 6.5 miles (about 10 minutes drive) Group Rate Name: NWAC Men's & Women's Basketball Final Four & Championship Cut-off date: 3/5/2026 |
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MERCHANDISE |
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Event merchandise will be available on-site to purchase from Fine Designs. Apparel, t-shirts, sweatshirts, and more will be available and are fully customizable on-site! Also visit the Fine Designs NWAC Store to purchase Championship gear online. |
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SPONSORS
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