Event Spotlight: ESPN’s College GameDay will broadcast live from Bon Secours Wellness Arena


It’s free to attend as the sports network spotlights Greenville and the SEC Women’s Basketball Tournament.

An acrobat in a metallic outfit shoots a bow and arrow with her feet as a crowd of basketball fans looks on.

Behind the scenes from GameDay 2025 — you never know what will happen. | Photo by GVLtoday

ESPN College GameDay will broadcast live from Bon Secours Wellness Arena on Sunday, March 8 — and you can win free tickets to the SEC Women’s Basketball Final. Here’s what you need to know.

  • Doors open at 11 a.m. for the 12 p.m. broadcast.
  • It’s free + open to the public with no ticket required — first-come, first-served seating.
  • Bring a sign from home or make one at the arena. The best sign snags two tickets to the final.
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