EDISON, NJ (Mar. 2, 2022) – The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) today announced, a one-year contract extension with Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall to host the league’s basketball championships through 2023.
“The MAAC membership is pleased with the hosting agreement for the annual men’s and women’s basketball championships being extended in Atlantic City through March 2023,” noted MAAC Commissioner Richard Ensor. “This is great news for local college hoops fans and I want to thank the management team at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, the Atlantic City Sports Commission and CRDA for their continued support. As the region emerges from the pandemic that has impacted live sports and entertainment the MAAC sees 2022 and 2023 as a tremendous opportunity to revitalize interest in MAAC basketball for the teams and fans traveling as well as the local community.”
The one-year extension will allow the conference to host the 2023 MAAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall from March 7-11, 2023.
“We are excited to announce the renewal of our partnership with the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference and that we will be once again hosting the 2023 MAAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships,” said Jim McDonald, General Manager of Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall. “We look forward to showcasing our world class facility to the spectators and provide a great back drop and atmosphere for each of the participating university’s student athletes and coaches.”
“The CRDA is pleased to once again host the MAAC Basketball Championships at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall through March 2023,” said CRDA Interim Executive Director Monica de los Rios. “The CRDA welcomes back all spectators to Atlantic City and remains committed to providing opportunities for increased economic impact to local hotels and businesses.”
“The Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships is a significant sporting event for the destination to host for its caliber of college-level play, which brings in a projected $3 million in economic impact to the local community and businesses. The level of exposure Atlantic City receives during the televised programming on ESPN networks are unrivaled,” said Larry Sieg, President and CEO of Meet AC & Atlantic City Sports Commission
Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall was originally selected to host three MAAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships from 2020 to 2022, unanimously by the MAAC Council of Presidents in May 30, 2018. The 2020 championships were cut short due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, while the 2021 championships presented limited access as a result of the pandemic.
The 2021-22 campaign culminates with the 2022 Hercules Tires MAAC Men’s and Women’s Basketball Championships from March 8-12 at Atlantic City's Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall. Stay up to date with all MAAC basketball by visiting
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About Atlantic City Sports Commission:
The Atlantic City Sports Commission was officially formed on January 13, 2015 as a 501 (c)(3) organization with the support of Meet AC and the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA) to attract sporting events, conventions and competitions to Atlantic City. For more information, visit
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About Spectra:
Spectra is an industry leader in hosting and entertainment, partnering with clients to create memorable experiences for millions of visitors every year. Spectra’s unmatched blend of integrated services delivers incremental value for clients through several primary areas of expertise: Venue Management, Food Services & Hospitality, and Partnerships. Learn more at SpectraExperiences.com. Follow Spectra on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn.
About the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority:
The only agency of its kind nationwide, the CRDA has used Atlantic City casino reinvestments as a catalyst for meaningful, positive improvement in the lives of New Jersey residents since 1984. Under the 2011 Tourism District Act, the Authority's mission evolved from statewide projects to becoming the state's key economic development agency for Atlantic City. CRDA's expanded responsibilities now include land use regulation, tourism marketing and clean and safe initiatives. The CRDA also oversees Historic Boardwalk Hall (the leading entertainment venue of its size in the country) and the Atlantic City Convention Center. In total, CRDA has invested nearly $2 billion in more than 400 projects statewide, of which $1.8 billion has been invested in Atlantic City, spurring business investments and expansions, and creating permanent jobs in the process. For more information about CRDA and our projects, visit
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About the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference:
With 11 institutions strongly bound by the sound principles of quality and integrity in academics and excellence in athletics, the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) is in its 41st year of competition during the 2021-22 academic year. Current conference members include: Canisius College, Fairfield University, Iona College, Manhattan College, Marist College, Monmouth University, Niagara University, Quinnipiac University, Rider University, Saint Peter’s University, and Siena College.
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