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March brings many things. We begin to see the first signs of spring, gain an extra hour through daylight savings, and get to enjoy celebrating occasions like St Patrick’s Day and International Women’s Day.
But for basketball fans, only one thing matters in the third month of the year - March Madness.
This national playoff tournament sees the coming together of the best college basketball teams from all over the United States as they compete in a gruelling schedule of high-stakes winner-takes-all knockout matches in search of glory and the hopes of impressing an NBA scout.
March Madness spreads across the country, causing symptoms of excitement in many as they watch and attempt to predict the outcomes of each game.
If you’re expecting to come down with a case of the March Madness this year too, then here are the things you can do to get ready.
Get Your Bracket Ready and Make Your Predictions
Brackets are an essential part of March Madness. They go together like pumpkin pie and Thanksgiving or Burt and Ernie. They’re a fun way to test your basketball knowledge and prove you can make better predictions than your mates.
Today, it’s easier than ever to create a bracket. You’ll find plenty of templates online, including from the NCAA’s own website.
If you’re thinking of taking this to the next level and getting some skin in the game, 2025 will be the easiest year to bet on March Madness yet as more states than ever allow online sports betting and the number of sportsbooks operating in those states has grown even further.
However you’re planning to put your picking skills to the test, you’ll want to do your research. That’s where sites like OddsChecker come in. They compare the odds from all major betting sites so you can see how their expert oddsmakers believe teams compare, as well as having their own in-house pundits and handicappers that provide further insight and picks to help you make more informed choices.
Check Out Which Players to Watch in 2025
March Madness is the first time that many basketball fans get to see the future NBA superstars hit the court. But with hundreds of collegiate-level ballers shooting hoops over the tournament’s three weeks, it can be hard to know where to focus your attention.
Some names you will want to look out for include:
- Cooper Flagg - A freshman tipped to be the No. 1 NBA Draft pick has been making waves this season. At 7ft, he’s got the natural stature and performances like that against North Carolina where he scored 21 points and managed seven rebounds making him hot property in the basketball world.
- Johni Broome - This 6ft 10in senior has proven capable of both attack and defence, averaging 17.8 points per game and earning a top-three spot in defensive presence in the SEC
- Mark Sears - This senior from Alabama has maintained solid stats as a guard this season, averaging 18.9 points per game and 4.8 assists, as well as converting 35.1% of his shots behind the three-point line
Stock Up on Snacks and Drinks
Now you know what to look out for and what picks to make, it’s time to get prepped for the games themselves. If you’re planning to watch from home, make sure you get the most from your viewing experience.
In addition to ensuring you can stream the games with the right package, you’ll want to prepare by making sure you’re stocked up with your favourite game-time snacks and drinks. If you don’t want to miss a single second of the action, you could even invest in a mini-fridge to keep your cans or bottles at optimum drinking temperature for every four of the game’s quarters.
If you plan to invite your buddies around so you can enjoy the match together, you’ll also want to make sure you’ve got enough snacks and drinks for them too!