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Tickets Now on Sale for the 2025 Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships and Explore Asheville SoCon Wrestling Championships
Tickets are officially on sale for the 2025 Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships, March 6–10, and the 2025 Explore Asheville SoCon Wrestling Championships, March 7–8. The events crown twelve team and individual champions, with all automatically qualifying for the NCAA Championship. The return of the tournament showcases the long-standing partnership between the Southern Conference and the Asheville community, with the added benefit of boosting local tourism, businesses, and the city’s numerous entertainment venues.
With both events set to take place in the heart of Asheville, the SoCon is more dedicated than ever to expanding its reach and creating new experiences for out-of-town fans. This year’s events will offer visitors not only the thrill of college basketball and wrestling but also provide opportunities for fans to support the Always Asheville Fund. The Always Asheville Fund provides emergency microgrants to aid local small businesses in their recovery from the devastating effects of Hurricane Helene.
"We are excited to host these championships in Asheville at a time of significant need,” said Michael Cross, Commissioner of the Southern Conference. “The partnerships we’ve built with the city and its vibrant community have allowed us to not only elevate our championships but are important contributors to the economic recovery of local businesses. Asheville’s charm and hospitality make it the perfect backdrop for these exciting events, and we encourage fans of all SoCon institutions to spend the weekend in Asheville and see what we mean by “It’s All Here.”
“Sporting events bring people together to inspire hope and pride, so this expanded partnership with SoCon takes on a deeper meaning for our community this year,” added Vic Isley CEO & President of Explore Asheville and the Buncombe County Tourism Development Authority. “These simultaneous championships will mark the first signs of spring and foster further economic revival for our community. We look forward to welcoming fans and families from across all SoCon destinations and wrapping our fellow residents into these events with heart.”
The 2025 Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships will include expanded premium ticket opportunities. Premium ticket opportunities available include the following:
Courtside Floor Seating – Courtside seating, VIP room access, one parking pass, two drink tickets for the Courtside Club ($1,700 purchase price for two full tournament books)
Baseline Floor Seating – Baseline seating, VIP room access ($1,400 purchase price for two full tournament books)
VIP Tournament Book – Premium reserved seat in the lower bowl and VIP Hospitality Room access (full tournament book price of $410)
Courtside Club – Reserved table seating in the new Courtside Club and two drink tickets for the courtside bar (full tournament book price of $300)
General Admission book tickets are available for $175 and reserved and general admission single session tickets for various days are available at price points ranging from $20 to $55.
Other highlights of the 2025 Ingles SoCon Championships will include the return of Education Days on Thursday, March 6 and Friday, March 7, Downtown Dribble and Kidsfest on Saturday, March 8 and Hometown Heroes Night on Monday, March 10.
"Tickets going on sale for the 2025 Ingles Southern Conference Basketball Tournament comes at the perfect time of year to gift employees, family or friends with the opportunity to watch some great college basketball at the men's and women's Division 1 level, said Chris Smith, President of the Asheville Buncombe Regional Sports Commission. We're so excited to play host to the SoCon tournament for the 26th time and know that it will bring the same level of excitement to our community that it has in previous editions. The tournaments also provide our area an economic boon at a time of year when it's needed most. So, get your tickets now and don't miss out on the Madness come March."
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The Explore Asheville SoCon Wrestling Championships return to Asheville for the first time since 2016. The two-day competition will take place on Friday, March 7 and Saturday, March 8 at Kimmel Arena on the campus of UNC Asheville.
Mat-side seating is available for the semifinals and finals on Saturday, March 8 for $125. Mat-side ticket purchasers will receive a SoCon Wrestling t-shirt, VIP Hospitality Room access and reserved premium parking in addition to a mat-side seat.
Tickets for general admission range from $10 to $25 with special pricing for students and youth.
The overlapping schedule of basketball and wrestling will create a one-of-a-kind atmosphere of competition, celebration, and community pride, making both events a must-see for both local fans and visitors from across the region.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of the action! Purchase your tickets today and experience the thrill of college athletics in Asheville—where the excitement of sports meets the heart of community.
For more information, visit www.AlwaysAshevilleFund.com and to purchase tickets:
Ingles SoCon Basketball Championships: www.SoConHoops.com
Explore Asheville SoCon Wrestling Championships: www.SoConWrestling.com
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