Ncaa Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Men's Basketball
The NCAA Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) is a collegiate athletic conference in the United States consisting of ten schools located mainly in the Northeastern region. The conference is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I, and is known for its men's basketball program.
A Brief History of the MAAC
The MAAC was founded in 1980 by six colleges: Fairfield University, Fordham University, Iona College, Manhattan College, Saint Peter's College, and Siena College. The conference has since expanded to ten schools, with the most recent additions being Quinnipiac University and Monmouth University in 2013.
The conference has a strong emphasis on men's basketball, with the MAAC Tournament being one of the most popular college basketball tournaments in the Northeast. The winner of the tournament receives an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament, where they compete against other top teams from around the country.
The Schools of the MAAC
The ten schools that make up the MAAC are:
- Canisius College
- Fairfield University
- Iona College
- Manhattan College
- Marist College
- Monmouth University
- Niagara University
- Quinnipiac University
- Rider University
- Saint Peter's University
Men's Basketball in the MAAC
The MAAC is known for its competitive men's basketball program, with several of its schools having a history of success in the NCAA Tournament.
One of the most successful teams in the conference is Iona College. The Iona Gaels have won the MAAC Tournament nine times, and have made over ten appearances in the NCAA Tournament. Other teams with a strong history in the conference include Manhattan College, which has won the MAAC Tournament six times, and Siena College, which has won the tournament four times.
Each season, the MAAC Tournament takes place to determine the conference champion. The tournament is held over several days and features all ten teams competing in a single-elimination format. The winner of the tournament receives an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Final Thoughts
The NCAA Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference is home to some of the most competitive men's basketball teams in the Northeast. With a strong history in the NCAA Tournament and a focus on athletic excellence, the MAAC is one of the most exciting conferences in college basketball.
