Despite your best efforts, sometimes brackets shatter before the Tournament gets past the Round of 64. That is where the Second Chance Challenge comes in.
Men's TC 2nd Chance-
- Brackets Open - Afternoon of March 19, 2026
- Brackets Close - Tipoff of the first game on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
Women's TC 2nd Chance -
- Brackets Open - Afternoon of March 20, 2026
- Brackets Close - Tipoff of the first game on Friday, March 27, 2026.
Both Second Chance brackets lock at the start of the Sweet 16 for each tourney.