News Summary
The Rady Children’s Invitational basketball tournament is changing venues to the Jenny Craig Pavilion at the University of San Diego for its 2025 event on November 27-28. The new location allows for a larger audience, accommodating up to 5,100 fans. It features confirmed teams like the Florida Gators, Providence Friars, and Wisconsin Badgers, with matches broadcast nationally. Tickets go on sale on April 2, 2025, benefiting Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. This tournament not only showcases top collegiate talent but also highlights San Diego as a premier sports destination.
Exciting Changes for the Rady Children’s Invitational Basketball Tournament in San Diego!
San Diego sports fans, get ready for a bigger and better experience because the Rady Children’s Invitational basketball tournament is changing venues for this year’s showdown! Set your calendars for November 27-28, 2025, as the event shifts to the spectacular Jenny Craig Pavilion at the University of San Diego (USD). This new venue comes with a larger capacity, making it ideal for the rising popularity of this thrilling tournament.
A Bigger Arena Means Bigger Action
Previously hosted at the LionTree Arena on the UC San Diego campus, the event will now take advantage of the Jenny Craig Pavilion, which can accommodate 5,100 fans compared to the 4,200 seats at the LionTree Arena. Thanks to last year’s early sellout—two months in advance to be precise—moving to this larger venue allows even more fans to join in on the excitement.
Teams Taking the Court
So, who will hit the hardwood at the tournament? While one of the four participating teams is still under wraps, three of the squads have already been confirmed! Get ready to cheer on:
- Florida Gators – The No. 1 Seed and a recent Final Four team!
- Providence Friars – Always a strong contender!
- Wisconsin Badgers – Ready to bring their A-game!
The excitement doesn’t end there! Fans can expect to see the announced teams battling it out during matches broadcast nationally on FOX or FS1. Such exposure not only brings the games to the living rooms of many fans but showcases the deep love for college basketball across the country!
Get Your Tickets!
Do not wait too long to secure your spot! Tickets for the tournament will go on sale starting April 2, 2025. Prices range from $95 to $155 for a two-day pass, which is an absolute steal for the level of talent on display. Plus, when you purchase your ticket, you’re also giving back because $5 from each ticket sold will be donated to the amazing Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. It’s a win-win scenario—enjoy amazing college hoops while supporting a wonderful cause!
A Glimpse into the Past
Building Community and Spotlighting San Diego
The Rady Children’s Invitational doesn’t just bring intense basketball to the city; it also serves to unite families and shine a light on San Diego as a premier destination for top-notch college sports. The growing interest in this tournament is a testament to its expanding fan base and commitment to high-level basketball.
As excitement builds for this year’s event at USD’s Jenny Craig Pavilion, mark your calendars and prepare to cheer for your favorite teams in what promises to be an electrifying few days of college basketball!
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- San Diego Union-Tribune: Rady Children’s Invitational Announces New Venue
- Times of San Diego: Rady Children’s Invitational Moves Venue
- Wisconsin Badgers: Wisconsin to Compete in Rady Children’s Invitational
- NC State Athletics: Men’s Basketball Heads to San Diego for Rady Children’s Invitational
- Encyclopedia Britannica: College Basketball
- Google Search: Rady Children’s Invitational
