South Carolina Gamecocks to Host NCAA Selection Show Watch Party

In a live update, the South Carolina Gamecocks women’s basketball team is hosting an exciting watch party for the 2025 NCAA Tournament Selection Show at the Colonial Life Arena. This special event is happening on Sunday, March 16, and fans are encouraged to join the team for the live viewing of the Selection Show.

Tickets are free for general admission seating in Sections 104-106, as shared by Gamecocks Online, but fans should arrive early to secure their spots. While the Selection Show officially begins at 8 p.m. Eastern, doors will open at 6:30 p.m. to allow fans to participate in a pre-Selection Show event. Parking is also free, but spots are on a first-come, first-served basis in Lots A and B.

At 7 p.m., an hour before the show begins, fans can enjoy a variety of games with the chance to win prizes. Then, at 7:30 p.m., head coach Dawn Staley and the team will host a Q&A session, offering fans a chance to interact directly with the coaching staff and players.

After the Gamecocks’ bracket is revealed, Staley will close out the event with remarks.

This year’s Selection Show is especially exciting for Gamecocks fans, as the team is guaranteed a spot in the NCAA Tournament following their dominant 64-45 win over the Texas Longhorns in the SEC Tournament final, securing their third consecutive SEC title.

For those unable to attend in person, the Selection Show will air live on ESPN at 8 p.m. Eastern. The two-hour NCAA Women’s Basketball Selection Special Presented by Capital One will be hosted by Elle Duncan, with Holly Rowe reporting, and bracket expert Charlie Creme offering insights, joined by analysts Andraya Carter, Rebecca Lobo, and Carolyn Peck. Fans can also stream the event on ESPN’s YouTube, Facebook, and the ESPN app.

If you’re also interested in the men’s NCAA Tournament bracket reveal, that will be announced at 6 p.m. Eastern, and can be viewed on CBS or ESPN, or streamed on Paramount+.