Wed Mar 19 03:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Santa Clara Broncos to Host UC Riverside in NIT Opening Round

**SANTA CLARA, Calif. –** The Santa Clara Broncos men’s basketball team will once again grace the court in the National Invitation Tournament (NIT), marking their third appearance in the last four seasons. The Broncos, boasting a 20-12 overall record and a strong 12-6 conference record, will host UC Riverside on Tuesday, March 18th at 8:00 p.m. PT in the opening round. The game will be broadcast on ESPNU.

This marks the seventh overall NIT appearance for Santa Clara, and their third under head coach Herb Sendek, who expressed excitement about continuing the season. The Broncos, known for their high-scoring offense (81.3 points per game, second-best in the WCC), are also on the verge of breaking the WCC record for three-pointers made in a single season.

Tickets for the game are currently on sale. Santa Clara has a rich history with the NIT, having previously participated in the tournament in 1984, 1985, 1988, 1989, 2021-22, and 2022-23. This will be the program’s 18th overall postseason appearance.

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