University of Connecticut Athletics
UConn Hosting Student Watch Parties for Men's Basketball National Championship Game
4/4/2026 8:46:00 PM | Students
The UConn men's basketball team defeated Illinois in the NCAA Final Four and is competing in the 2026 national championship game! UConn students are invited to game watch parties at Joseph J. Morrone Stadium at the Rizza Performance Center and the Toscano Family Ice Forum on Monday, April 6.
As a reminder, game watch parties are not being held in Gampel Pavilion this year due to construction and renovations.
Gates will open to both facilities at 7:30 p.m. Game time is set for 8:30 p.m.
Student ticket claims will open on Sunday, April 5 at 10:00 a.m. Students will be able to choose which watch party they claim a ticket for. Students will only be admitted to the game watch party they have a ticket for.
These events will only be open to UConn students. Tickets can be claimed at UConnHuskies.com/students. Student tickets are first come, first served, while supplies last. UConn students who have a claimed a mobile ticket can enter the Toscano Family Ice Forum at the main entrance on Jim Calhoun Way; and Morrone Stadium at the normal gameday entrances.
No re-entry will be allowed to either watch party. Concession stands will be open during the watch parties; however, alcohol sales will not be available.
