March Madness Heats Up: How to Watch the NCAA Tournament (Mar 19 - Apr 8)

Alex

 


College basketball's biggest event, the NCAA Tournament, also known as March Madness, is upon us! From March 19th to April 8th, the best teams in the nation will battle it out for the coveted national championship title. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual observer, here's your guide on how to catch all the action, no matter your viewing preference.

Cable:

  • Traditional cable providers: If you have a traditional cable subscription, you're in luck! Most major cable providers will broadcast the entire NCAA Tournament, including CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV. Check your local listings for specific channel numbers and game schedules. 

Streaming Services:

  • Subscription streaming services: Many popular streaming services offer live TV packages that include the channels broadcasting the NCAA Tournament. These include:
    • YouTube TV: Offers CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV in most markets. 
    • Hulu + Live TV: Includes CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV in most markets. 
    • Sling TV: Offers different package options, some of which include CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV. 
    • FuboTV: Offers various channel packages, some including CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV. 

Satellite TV:

  • Satellite TV providers: Satellite providers like Dish Network and DirecTV also offer packages that include the channels broadcasting the NCAA Tournament. 

Additional Options:

  • NCAA March Madness app: The official NCAA app allows you to stream all the games live, with a subscription to a participating cable or streaming service.
  • Local bars and restaurants: Many bars and restaurants will be showing the games throughout the tournament.

No matter how you choose to watch, get ready for an exciting three weeks of college basketball!

Here are some additional tips for enjoying the NCAA Tournament:

  • Fill out a bracket: It's a March Madness tradition! Predict the winners of each game and see how well you do. 
  • Follow your favorite teams and players: Stay up-to-date on the latest news and stats.
  • Join a fantasy league: Add another layer of excitement by competing against friends and family.

So grab your jersey, popcorn, and remote, and get ready to experience the thrill of March Madness!