Are you ready to dive into one of the most exhilarating fan traditions in sports? Welcome to March Madness, the official bracket game for both the men's and women's tournaments!
What exactly is a bracket game, you ask? Before the madness begins, you'll predict the winners of all 63 games in the NCAA Division I men’s and women's basketball tournaments. How you make your picks is entirely up to you - whether it's analyzing stats, flipping a coin, or letting Fido choose.
Then, sit back and watch the chaos unfold as you celebrate your victories or endure the heartbreak of your bracket being busted early on.
As the tournament progresses, you'll earn points for each correct prediction, with points increasing as rounds advance. At the end, the player with the most points in each group takes the crown.
Now, let's talk about how to play:
- Sign Up: You can register for both the men's and women's Bracket Challenge games on the official website. Returning users can sign in with their email or social media accounts, while new users can create an account easily.
- Important Dates: Here's a rundown of key dates:
- Today: Sign up!
- Sunday, March 17: Selection Sunday, when the 68 tournament teams and brackets are revealed.
- Thursday, March 21 (men) and Friday, March 22 (women): First round begins.
- Sunday, April 7 (women) and Monday, April 8 (men): Championship games.
And a bit of history:
Brackets originated back in 1851 during a chess tournament in London. Fast forward to today, and they've become an integral part of March Madness. The modern NCAA tournament bracket addresses past issues, such as random drawings and unfair matchups, through seeding and structured advancement.
Source: NCAA
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