WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. – Matchups and game times for the Mountain and River Divisions of the inaugural Greenbrier Tip-Off were announced today, revealing eight competitive matchups taking place over consecutive weekends at the famed Greenbrier Resort in picturesque foothills of the Allegheny Mountains in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va.
The two bracketed tournaments will take place prior to the Thanksgiving holiday, with River Division games set for Nov. 15-16, while the Mountain Division contests will be staged Nov. 22 and 24. All contests will take place inside Colonial Hall at the historic resort that was founded in 1778.
The four games of the River Division will get the Greenbrier Tip-Off action underway on Nov. 15 when UTRGV takes on Charleston Southern at 1 p.m. ET, while VMI faces Tennessee Tech at approximately 3:30 p.m. The third-place game is scheduled for Noon with the title tilt set for approximately 2:30 p.m. on Nov. 16.
The following weekend, the four teams of the Mountain Division will converge on America's Resort with games set for Nov. 22 and 24. Pitt takes on LSU at 2:30 p.m. with Wisconsin and Central Florida to follow at approximately 5 p.m. on Nov. 22. The division's third-place game and championship contest will take place at 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m., respectively, on Nov. 24.
The complete schedule of events can be found below:
Date | Division | Match-Up | Time (CT) |
Friday, Nov. 15 | River | UTRGV vs. Charleston Southern | 12:00 PM |
Friday, Nov. 15 | River | VMI vs. Tennessee Tech | 2:30 PM |
Saturday, Nov. 16 | River | Third-Place Game | 11:00 AM |
Saturday, Nov. 16 | River | Championship Game | 1:30 PM |
Friday, Nov. 22 | Mountain | Pitt vs. LS | 1:30 PM |
Friday, Nov. 22 | Mountain | Wisconsin vs. UCF | 4:00 PM |
Sunday, Nov. 24 | Mountain | Third-Place Game | 1:30 PM |
Sunday, Nov. 24 | Mountain | Championship Game | 4:00 PM |
Travel packages are currently the only way to guarantee tickets to the inaugural Greenbrier Tip-Off. Packages are now available for fans looking to join their favorite Mountain or River Division teams at America's Resort and can be secured by visiting www.greenbriertipoff.com/travel. Packages will include game tickets, good for each Division-specific contest, accommodations at the resort, slot play vouchers, free drink tickets and more at the historic resort. Ticket-only packages, based on availability, will go on sale in the fall.
"We're exceptionally proud of the fields we have put together for the inaugural Greenbrier Tip-Off," said Mark Starsiak, vice president of basketball at Intersport, which owns and operates the Greenbrier Tip-Off. "To have the caliber of programs that will be joining us for the first year of this event speaks volumes of the potential of the Greenbrier Tip-Off going forward. And as we look toward November, we anticipate two weekends full of competitive matchups that will provide a springboard for these eight programs into the new year. The experience will be unmatched for both the programs and their fans, not only on the court but off the court as well."
The Greenbrier is the premium vacation destination fit for any personality, from luxury shopping and dining experiences to championship-level golf and other outdoor adventures. In total, the resort features more than 55 indoor and outdoor activities, more than 35 retail shops, five golf courses, 20 dining and lounge venues, signature spa services and an on-property casino on more than 11,000 acres. Recently, the Resort was named America's Best Luxury Hotel by Men's Health Magazine and was voted a semifinalist for The Most Instagrammable Hotel in the World by Luxury Travel Advisor.
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Greenbrier Tip-Off Mountain Division Semifinal Matchups History
Wisconsin vs. UCF
- Series History: Wisconsin leads, 1-0
- Last Meeting: Dec. 13, 1971 (Wisconsin 90, UCF 58)
Pitt vs. LSU
- Series History: Series tied, 2-2
- Last Meeting: Jan. 31, 1969 (LSU 120, Pitt 79)
Greenbrier Tip-Off River Division Semifinal Matchups History
VMI vs. Tennessee Tech
- Series History: This will be the first all-time meeting between the programs
UTRGV vs. Charleston Southern
- Series History: UTRGV leads, 5-0
- Last Meeting: Feb. 8, 1978 (UTRGV 110, Charleston Southern 79)
About Intersport
Intersport is an award-winning agency and leader in the creation of ideas, content and experiences that attract and engage passionate audiences. Its industry-leading team offers expert insights in content marketing, customer engagement, experiential marketing, hospitality, production and sponsorship consulting. The Chicago-based agency also owns and operates events across the professional and collegiate sports landscape, including basketball, football, golf, pickleball and volleyball. Intersport has been headquartered in Chicago since its inception in 1985, with additional offices in Boston, Detroit and New York. Learn more at www.intersport.global and on social media (LinkedIn, Instagram and Facebook).
About The Greenbrier
The Greenbrier is a distinct and spectacular luxury mountain resort situated in the Allegheny Mountains in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. It is best known as "America's Resort." With a history dating back to 1778, the 710 perfectly appointed Signature Resort Rooms, Classic and Historic Suites, Legacy Cottages and Estate Homes are situated on The Greenbrier's breathtaking 11,000-acre playground. Play championship golf courses or experience more than 55 activities, including professional indoor and outdoor tennis, off-road driving and falconry. America's only private casino features table games, slot machines and the FanDuel Sportsbook. The Greenbrier's full-service, 40,000-square-foot world-renowned spa is widely recognized as one of the most luxurious mineral spas in the world, and the Retail Collection is comprised of more than 35 boutiques, shops and hand-crafted works of art. The Greenbrier Restaurant Collection is comprised of 20 restaurants, cafés and lounges. The Greenbrier Clinic has been practicing diagnostic medicine since 1948, and The Greenbrier Sporting Club and The Greenbrier Legacy Club offer the pinnacle of luxury real estate with exclusive home sites within distinctive neighborhoods across The Greenbrier estate. Follow The Greenbrier on Facebook at The Greenbrier, on Twitter at @the_greenbrier or on Instagram at the_greenbrier.