Except the NCAA tournament has been around since 1939 and never been canceled. Neither has the NIT, which started in 1938 and was considered the preeminent tournament until the 50’s.
So really, what’s decided regarding eligibility will set the precedent going forward. Hopefully it won’t ever have to be referenced though.
So really, what’s decided regarding eligibility will set the precedent going forward. Hopefully it won’t ever have to be referenced though.