The men’s NCAA Tournament bracket was revealed Sunday evening setting up every college basketball fan’s favorite week of the year.
Among the many first-round matchups, Vanderbilt will take on McNeese State in the Round of 64.
The two teams are scheduled to face off in Oklahoma City on Thursday, March 19.
Vanderbilt was given a No. 5 seed in the 2026 NCAA Tournament, while McNeese St. earned a 12 seed.
Vanderbilt is back in the big dance after last qualifying in 2025, while McNeese State is also making its first NCAA Tournament appearance since 2025.
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Vanderbilt earned a No. 5 seed in the South regional. It will take on No. 12 McNeese State in its opening game in Oklahoma City.
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Vanderbilt will play its Round of 64 and potential Round of 32 games in Oklahoma City. A Round of 32 matchup would see the winner of Vanderbilt vs. McNeese State take on the winner No. 4 Nebraska vs. No. 13 Troy.
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Vanderbilt’s best result in the NCAA Tournament: Reached Elite Eight in 1965.
McNeese State’s best result in the NCAA Tournament was last year when the team reached the Round of 32.
Depending on the round, the 2026 March Madness has different host sites. Indianapolis will once again host the Final Four and National Championship. Here’s a look at the men’s tournament locations:
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