First Four Games Set March Madness Stage

0:00On March 17th, the NCAA man's basketball tournament kicks off with the first four games at University of Dayton Arena. These opening matchups on March 17th and 18th sent four winners into the 64 team bracket starting March 19th. Two games each night decide the final seeds in different regions. On Tuesday, March 17th, Howard faces Maryland Baltimore County at 6.40pm. The winner grabs the number 16 seed in the Midwest region and takes on number one Michigan state. Later at 9.15pm, Texas plays North Carolina State for the number 11 seed in the West region against number six Brigham Young. Wednesday's action starts with Lehigh versus Prairie View A&M at 6.40pm, that Victor earns the number 16 spot in the South region, facing number one and defending champion Florida. The nightcap at 9.15pm peas nearly perfect Miami of Ohio with 31 wins and one loss against Southern Methodist. They're playing just an hour from home and the winner gets number 11 in the Midwest against number six Tennessee.

1:05Fans in Dayton are buzzing as this neutral site hosts these high stakes openers. Local teams like Miami of Ohio add extra excitement with their strong season right nearby. All eyes now turn to these games as they set the stage for the full March Manus frenzy unfolding across the country.