Louisville’s Arena Serves Up December NCAA Championship

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (August 12, 2024)— The KFC Yum! Center was selected to host the NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball National Championship this December in downtown Louisville. The University of Louisville, KFC Yum! Center, Louisville Tourism and Louisville Sports Commission are co-hosting the prestigious event, which will feature the top four NCAA women’s volleyball teams in competition December 19 and 22, 2024.

Presales for the NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship begin on August 12 and all-session tickets for the championship will go on sale to the general public at 10 am Monday, August 19 at ticketmaster.com. Individual session tickets will not be available at that time.

Fans looking for a premium experience can purchase the NCAA Fan Experience. Premium, lower-level seating is available with packages that also feature exclusive pre-event hospitality including a tailgate meal with beer, wine and soft drinks, appearances by NCAA Legends, a photo op with the National Championship Trophy and more.

“We’re excited for the opportunity to host the NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship this December at the KFC Yum! Center,” said Louisville Sports Commission President & CEO Greg Fante. “Volleyball has been a cornerstone of women’s sports in Louisville for decades, and it’s great for our community when we can host a women’s sports event at the highest level. These student-athletes are inspiring role models who demonstrate what can be achieved through dedication and commitment.”

The University of Louisville hosted the first two rounds of the 2023 NCAA Division I Women's Volleyball Championship at the KFC Yum! Center but this marks the first time the National Championship has been hosted at the venue since 2012 when Texas defeated Oregon to win the title.

Attendees of the NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship can explore the city's diverse offerings in downtown Louisville, from the historic Museum Row that features the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, Muhammad Ali Center and Frazier History Museum, along with a dozen urban Bourbon distilleries and tasting rooms. Louisville continues to garner top accolades, recognized on Travel + Leisure’s ’50 Best Places to Travel to in 2024’, as well as being named one of this year's ‘South’s Best Cities’ by Southern Living. While planning a trip to Louisville, guests can download a copy of Louisville Tourism’s annual Visitor Guide to see the city's top attractions and bourbon distilleries. Visitors also can get additional lodging and dining assistance at gotolouisville.com.

For more information about the NCAA Division I Women’s Volleyball Championship at the KFC Yum! Center, visit www.ncaa.com/volleyball.