Basketball takes a southwest turn

Angie Moss, Print Editor in Chief

University of Phoenix to host the Final Four championship game in Glendale, Arizona, April 1-3.

The location of Final Four tournament games spans all across the nation and according to the NCAA, choosing the location can be almost as grueling as picking teams for the annual tournament.

While the first few games start in Ohio and visit other parts of the U.S. such as Oklahoma, New York and even Florida, the winner for the location of the championship game belongs to the University of Phoenix in Glendale, Arizona, April 1-3.

The state as a whole prides itself on its “spectacular landscapes, recreational opportunities, luxury resorts, diverse cultural history and warm hospitality,” according to the Final Four webpage set up by the Phoenix Local Organizing Committee.

As of right now, tickets to the Final Four Championship game are going for approximately $370 and they includes the Official NCAA Fan Experience, which comes with a Southwest tailgate meal, cash bar and entertainment, among other things.