Overview
- Organizers unveiled the National University Bill Walton Classic on Wednesday at Helix High, setting Nov. 7 at Pechanga Arena for the inaugural doubleheader.
- UC San Diego will face the University of San Diego in the women’s game, and San Diego State will play in the men’s game against an opponent to be announced as organizers seek a power‑conference foe.
- Pre-sales are underway, with public tickets to follow at billwaltonclassic.com and prices listed from $60 to $160.
- Sports San Diego, the event promoter, says the night is designed to lift up the region’s three Division I programs and bring the local basketball community together.
- The tribute highlights Walton’s deep local ties, from Helix High to playing at the same arena with the San Diego Clippers, and follows his death in 2024 at age 71.