Be Part of the Action During College Basketball’s Biggest Event​

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SAN ANTONIO, TX (December 11, 2024) – The San Antonio Local Organizing Committee (SALOC) today officially launched its volunteer program for the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four, scheduled to take place April 4 through 7, 2025. The program aims to recruit 2,500 volunteers to help welcome more than 200,000 visitors and locals to downtown San Antonio during this iconic event.

 

San Antonio Sports President & CEO, Jenny Carnes, announced the program during a press conference at the Alamodome, emphasizing the sports commission’s 40-year tradition of volunteerism. “Volunteers are the heart of every successful event we host,” Carnes said. “This is your chance to be part of something extraordinary, create memories for fans, and show the world what makes San Antonio so special.”

 

Other speakers included L.J. Wright, Director of the NCAA Men’s Basketball Championship, and Alex Lopez, San Antonio Assistant City Manager, both of whom highlighted the importance of volunteerism to the event’s success and the unique opportunity it offers to share San Antonio’s legendary hospitality.

 

Elena Wells, Executive Director of SALOC, also encouraged the community to get involved:
“Volunteering for the Final Four is not just about supporting the event—it’s about being on the front

lines of the excitement and representing San Antonio to the world,” said Wells. “Whether you’re

greeting fans, assisting with events like Fan Fest, or simply sharing your love for our city, this is an opportunity to make lifelong memories while giving back to our community.”

 

Volunteer Program Details

Volunteers will have the opportunity to assist with a variety of activities, including greeting fans, supporting event operations, and engaging with visitors at events like Fan Fest presented by Capital One and the NCAA March Madness Music Festival Presented by AT&T, Capital One and Coca-Cola. No stadium-related volunteering is required.

 

Volunteer requirements include:

• Must be 18 years or older by the time of application.

• Completion of a mandatory background check.

• Commitment to a minimum of three, four-hour shifts between March 31 and April 7, 2025.

• Attendance at a volunteer orientation session in March 2025.

 

All volunteers will receive a 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four uniform (polo, cap, and sling drawstring bag), four complimentary tickets to Fan Fest, an invite to the exclusive Fan Fest Preview event, and an invitation to a post-event celebration party in May 2025.

 

Special Recognition for a Local Volunteer Legend

During the event, SALOC also honored Pat Frost, who celebrates 25 years as the organization’s board chairman in 2025. Frost was recognized as San Antonio’s “#1 Volunteer” for his dedication and impact.

 

How to Register

Registration is now open at www.ncaa.com/mff. Interested individuals are required to create an account, select their shifts, register for an orientation date and pass a background check, and then join the team bringing the 2025 Final Four to life.

 

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About San Antonio Local Organizing Committee:

The San Antonio Local Organizing Committee (SALOC) is a nonprofit dedicated to bidding on and hosting major events that bring out-of-town visitors and drive economic impact to San Antonio. SALOC is a partnership between San Antonio Sports, Visit San Antonio, the City of San Antonio, the University of Texas at San Antonio, and the University of the Incarnate Word. SALOC oversees marketing, operations, and community relations for all ancillary events and initiatives associated with the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four. SALOC’s mission is to leverage the excitement of March Madness to foster community engagement, promote educational initiatives, and highlight the vibrant culture of San Antonio.

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About the NCAA:
The NCAA is a diverse association of more than 1,100 member colleges and universities that prioritize academics, well-being, and fairness to create greater opportunities for nearly half a million student-athletes each year. The NCAA provides a pathway to higher education and beyond for student-athletes pursuing academic goals and competing in NCAA sports. More than 54,000 student-athletes experience the pinnacle of intercollegiate athletics by competing in NCAA championships each year Visit ncaa.org and ncaa.com for more details about the Association and the corporate partnerships that support the NCAA and its student-athletes. The NCAA is proud to have AT&T, Capital One and Coca-Cola as official corporate champions and the following elite companies as official corporate partners: Buffalo Wild Wings, Buick, GEICO, Great Clips, Intuit TurboTax, Invesco QQQ, LG, Marriott Bonvoy, Nabisco, Nissan, Pizza Hut, Reese’s, The Home Depot, Unilever, and Wendy’s.