University of Mary Washington

The University of Mary Washington men's basketball team is set to play in the program's first NCAA Division III National Championship on Sunday, April 5, at 4:30 p.m. ET at Gainbridge Field House in Indianapolis, Indiana against Emory University. Keep reading to learn more about how to stream the game on ESPN+, follow along with the live stats and social media, or get tickets and make your travel plans.

How To Watch:
Like last weekend's quarterfinal and semifinal wins, the championship game will be streamed on ESPN+ (subscription required). You can stream the game from the ESPN app (ESPN+ subscription required) from your phone, laptop, or smart tv device (Amazon Firestick, Roku, etc.). 

The link to watch the title game will be available at the following links. In preparation, you can click sign in or sign up for ESPN+ in advance.

Visit the UMW men’s basketball page for more details 
Check the NCAA website for game updates and the livestream link.  
Sign up for ESPN+ in advance of the game if you plan to watch. 

To get the ESPN app on your smart TV or smart TV device, head to the app store and search "ESPN" to download the app. Using the ESPN app on your smart TV or smart TV device, search "Mary Washington" in the ESPN app and the game against Emory will be available to select.

How to Listen Free:
Live audio of the championship game will be broadcast on umweagles.com. 

How To Follow:
For those without an ESPN+ subscription, live score updates will be available on NCAA.com once the game begins. 

UMW social media channels will provide updates before, during and after the game. Follow along @UMWAthletics, @umw_mensbasketball, @MaryWash, and @marywashadmissions. Tag your posts with #getdirtygowash #d3hoops #nationalchampionship to join in.  
You can follow along and cheer on the Eagles wherever you are. See below for more information about social media sharing.

Ticket Information:
Fans that plan on making the trip to Indianapolis to cheer on the Eagles can purchase tickets for $42 each. Open seating ticket information available through Ticketmaster 

Public Watch Party:
The game will be shown in Ron Rosner Arena at 4:30 p.m. on April 5. The campus community and the public are welcome, and admission is free of charge. More details will be announced soon.

Alumni Watch Parties:
We have alumni, family and friends watch parties confirmed in Fredericksburg and Roanoke, and pending in Virginia Beach. If you want to plan a fan get together in your town and invite fellow alumni, register your event with Alumni Engagement.
Alumni, keep checking your email for more announcements to join in.

Fan Bus for UMW Students
A fan bus is being organized for UMW students.
Indy or Bust! Student Bus Seat Request
 
UMW Student/Faculty/Staff Complimentary Ticket Request Form
NCAA D3 Championship Game Complimentary Ticket Request (UMW valid EagleOne card holders only)


Social Media

We’d love to have our fans and alumni engaged throughout the entire game and cheering on our Eagles from wherever they are!  

At Tip-Off 
Post a photo of your watch-party setup using the PNG overlay on Instagram or Facebook Stories. 
See instructions above for how to add the transparent graphic! 

At Halftime 
Share a selfie wearing your Mary Washington merch/ swag to show you’re still with us and still watching! Feel free to post on whatever platform you prefer. 

Final 20–30 Seconds 
Record your live reaction as the game wraps up and tag @marywash on any (or all!) platforms. 
 
Hashtags 
#getdirtygowash #d3hoops #nationalchampionship 
 
 
Graphics to Use
UMW Championship Game Social Graphics for you to use!


How to Use the Transparent Graphic in Instagram/Facebook Stories 
Step 1: Download the transparent graphic you want to use from the options provided. 
Step 2: Open Instagram or Facebook and start a Story (Instagram: tap the + ? Story). 
Step 3: Take a photo of your setup or wherever you're watching the game. 
Step 4: Add the transparent graphic: 

• Open the sticker/toolbox icon 
• Select the option to add a photo (screenshot provided below) 
• Choose the transparent graphic from your camera roll 

Step 5: Resize or move the graphic wherever you’d like, then tap Done to lock it into place. 
Step 6: Add your location, hashtags, or any fun extras! 
Step 7: Tag @marywash and post your Story! 
 
Stay Connected:
Continue to check UMWEagles.com for more information as the National Championship game approaches and follow @UMWAthletics on X and Instagram for more information leading up to tip-off.