The 2025 NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Championship is in full swing. It brings together 64 of the best teams from across the nation in a thrilling single-elimination tournament.
This year’s event promises intense competition, dramatic upsets, and unforgettable moments as teams vie for the coveted national title.
With the semifinals and championship games scheduled to take place at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana, fans are eagerly anticipating the culmination of this exciting tournament.
Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 DIII Men’s Basketball Championship, including the bracket, schedule, and how to watch the games live.
2025 DIII Men’s Basketball Championship Overview
The 2025 DIII Men’s Basketball Championship began with the selection show on March 3. The NCAA revealed the full list of qualifiers during the show.
This year’s tournament features 64 teams, including 43 automatic qualifiers and 21 at-large bids. The tournament is structured as a single-elimination competition. This ensures that every game is crucial and that the stakes are incredibly high.
First Round Highlights
The first round of the tournament took place on March 7, delivering several exciting matchups and standout performances. Some of the notable results include:
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- Tufts 83, Yeshiva 66
- Ithaca 80, Stockton 69
- Western New England 83, Hamilton 73
- Randolph-Macon 82, Westfield State 48
- Mary Washington 73, Drew 58
- Redlands 89, St. Joseph’s (ME) 79
- Pitt.-Bradford 98, TCNJ 96
- Berry 80, Guilford 77
- NYU 72, Cortland 36
- Ill. Wesleyan 101, Bethany Lutheran 67
Second Round Action
The second round, held on March 8, continued the excitement with several close contests and overtime thrillers:
- Redlands 95, Tufts 93 (OT)
- WPI 97, Ithaca 91
- Western New England 79, Montclair State 61
- Catholic 79, Randolph-Macon 67
- Mary Washington 86, Ramapo 81
- Roanoke 77, Chris. Newport 75
- Hampden-Sydney 81, Pitt.-Bradford 75
- Emory 84, Berry 68
- Wesleyan (CT) 82, Gettysburg 60
- Trinity (CT) 93, Keene 78
- NYU 62, York (PA) 52
- Ill. Wesleyan 75, Saint John’s (MN) 73
- WashU 83, Franklin 54
- Wis.-La Crosse 77, St. Norbet 67
- Wis. Lutheran 75, Wis.-Platteville 73 (OT)
- Hardin-Simmons 74, St. Thomas (TX) 72
Sectional Rounds
The sectional rounds, held on March 14 and 15, saw the competition intensify as teams battled for a spot in the semifinals:
March 14 Sectional Results
- Catholic 95, Roanoke 91
- Redlands 83, Hampden-Sydney 72
- WashU 59, Wis. Lutheran 56
- Emory 80, Mary Washington 78
- Trinity (CT) 79, Western New England 42
- NYU 91, Hardin-Simmons 59
- Wesleyan (CT) 66, WPI 50
- Wis.-La Crosse 72, Ill. Wesleyan 65
March 15 Sectional Results
- Trinity (CT) 86, Catholic 63
- NYU 75, Redlands 65
- Wesleyan (CT) 61, Emory 58
- WashU 80, Wis.-La Crosse 65
Upcoming Semifinals and Championship
The semifinals and championship games are set to take place at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Fans can watch the games live on NCAA.com.
The semifinal matchups on March 20 are:
- Wesleyan (CT) vs. Trinity (CT) at 5:30 p.m. ET
- NYU vs. WashU at 8 p.m. ET
The winners of these semifinal games will advance to the national championship game on March 22. Be sure to tune in to see which team will emerge as the 2025 NCAA Division III Men’s Basketball Champion.
Historical Context
As we look forward to the upcoming semifinals and championship, it’s worth reflecting on the recent history of the DIII men’s basketball championship.
Over the past decade, the tournament has produced a series of memorable champions and runner-ups:
- 2024: Trine (29-4) defeated Hampden-Sydney 69-61
- 2023: Christopher Newport (30-3) defeated Mount Union 74-72
- 2022: Randolph-Macon (33-1) defeated Elmhurst 75-45
- 2021: Canceled due to Covid-19
- 2020: Canceled due to Covid-19
- 2019: Wisconsin-Oshkosh (29-3) defeated Swarthmore 96-82
- 2018: Nebraska Wesleyan (30-3) defeated Wisconsin-Oshkosh 78-72
- 2017: Babson (31-2) defeated Augustana (Ill.) 79-78
- 2016: St. Thomas (MN) (30-3) defeated Benedictine (Ill.) 82-76
- 2015: Wisconsin-Stevens Point (27-5) defeated Augustana (Ill.) 70-54
This rich history underscores the prestige and competitive spirit of the DIII men’s basketball championship. The 2025 tournament is shaping up to be another exciting chapter in this storied tradition.
How to Watch
Fans can catch all the action of the 2025 DIII Men’s Basketball Championship live on NCAA.com.
Whether you’re tuning in for the semifinals on March 20 or the national championship game on March 22, you won’t want to miss a moment of the excitement.
For the full bracket, schedule, and more information on how to watch, visit the official NCAA website.
As the tournament progresses, stay updated with the latest scores, highlights, and analysis.
The 2025 DIII Men’s Basketball Championship is sure to deliver unforgettable moments and showcase the incredible talent and determination of these student-athletes.
Don’t miss out on the action – mark your calendars and get ready for some thrilling basketball!
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