Feb. 7, 2008

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The 2008 Buffalo Funds-NAIA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship gets underway March 19, 2008, at Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, Mo. College basketball's toughest tournament will showcase 32 teams, 31 games and one national champion over a six day event. Single session game tickets are on sale now through the Municipal Auditorium Box Office or Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com, by calling 816-931-3330 or in person at any Ticketmaster Outlet throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area.

General admission single session tickets are $5 for students and $12 for adults (add $3 per ticket for reserved). Group tickets, family four packs, the business person special and the all-tournament ticket may be purchased at the Municipal Auditorium Box Office.

The historic event is the oldest national collegiate tournament in any sport and dates back to 1937. The tournament attracts over 600 coaches and student-athletes and approximately 40,000 fans from across the country. The teams and tournament bracket will be released on Wednesday, March 12, at 5 p.m. (CT).

The NAIA and official tournament sponsor Buffalo Funds offer an affordable and fun experience for the entire family. In six days fans will experience Fan Fest, DST Systems Youth Day, U.S. Bank Championship Night, Champions of Character events, Chamber Night and much more. For additional information on the 71st Annual Buffalo Funds-NAIA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship visit www.naiahoops.com. All games are played at Municipal Auditorium located at 301 W. 13th Street in the heart of downtown Kansas City, Mo.

2008 Buffalo Funds-NAIA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship
Game dates and times (CT):

Wednesday, March 19, 2008 - First Round (two sessions)
9 a.m. | 10:45 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. | 8:45 p.m. | 10:30 p.m.

Thursday, March 20, 2008 - First Round (two sessions)
9 a.m. | 10:45 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. | 8 p.m. | 9:45 p.m.

Friday, March 21, 2008 - Second Round (two sessions)
9 a.m. | 10:45 a.m. | 12:30 p.m. | 2:15 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | 6:15 p.m. | 8 p.m. | 9:45 p.m.

Saturday, March 22, 2008 - Quarterfinals (one session)
2 p.m. | 4 p.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m.

Sunday, March 23, 2008 - NO GAMES PLAYED

Monday, March 24, 2008 - Semifinals (one session) - CSTV and Metro Sports
6 p.m. | 8 p.m.

Tuesday, March 25, 2008 - Championship Game (one session) - CSTV and Metro Sports
8 p.m.

2008 Buffalo Funds-NAIA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship
The 71st Annual Buffalo Funds-NAIA Division I Men's Basketball National Championship showcases small schools and a big show. Come be a part of college basketball's toughest tournament featuring a field of 32 teams, 31 games and non-stop action. Over 600 student-athletes and coaches travel to Kansas City for a six day event and pure college basketball. The tournament is possible with the generous support of sponsors including Buffalo Funds, DST, U.S. Bank, Blue Springs Ford and Community America Credit Union. For more information visit www.naiahoops.com