Why Paradise Jam?

  • Comparable to three true road games - competitively and financially: From both a résumé and budget standpoint, participation closely mirrors playing multiple away games (neutral-site setting, unfamiliar environment, quality opponents) with overall costs comparable to a three-game road swing, but in one location

  • NET-focused design: Neutral-site matchups against like-profile programs support early NET positioning.

  • Competitive balance: Peer-to-peer field construction - no buy-game dynamics. Mid and high mid-major competitive field.

  • Operational simplicity: Experienced operators, clear timelines, and streamlined travel/logistics for teams and staff.

  • Program credibility: A long-standing NCAA event with consistent excellent execution. Celebrating 27 years.

  • High visibility: All three games broadcast on ESPN+ and accessible to fans, boosters, family and friends.

  • Desirable location: easy to get to, sunny and 85F in November.

Event Overview

Location: St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Game Dates: November 26-28, 2026

Format: Tournament Style

  • Three four-team MTEs — Harbor Division, Island Division, and Reef Division.

    • Two divisions for top-125 programs (Island, Reef)

    • One division dedicated to mid-major programs (Harbor)

  • Guaranteed two games per team

What’s Included

✔ Team accommodations at the Westin Beach Resort and Spa at Frenchman’s Reef
✔ Guaranteed two games per team
✔ Ground transportation
✔ All games broadcasted on ESPN+
✔ Event day logistics & on-site tournament staff
✔ Fan and donor engagement opportunities

(Specific inclusions will be confirmed with each team upon registration)

I'm Interested

Showcase your program in one of college basketball’s most iconic early-season women’s tournaments!

2025 GAME NOTES

  • Women playing basketball during a game, with one in a light blue uniform holding the ball and the other defending in a black uniform, on a gymnasium court.

    Tulane 64, Elon 61

    Mecailin Marshall scored a team-high 17 points, leading a cast of three Tulane players to hit double figures as the Green Wave (3-3) picked up a 64-61 win over Elon (2-4) on Thursday on day one of the 2025 Paradise Jam.

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  • A women's volleyball team huddles together during a game, wearing white jerseys with red and blue accents and numbers, in a gymnasium with wooden bleachers.

    Boise State 65, North Dakota 45

    Tatum Thompson’s 16-point, eight-board effort led the way for Boise State (6-1) in a 65-45 win over North Dakota (1-6) on Thursday at the 2025 Paradise Jam.

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  • Women playing basketball during a game, with one woman in a blue jersey holding a basketball, and another woman in a white and maroon jersey raising her hand defensively.

    BYU 64, Virginia Tech 60

    Sydney Benally scored a team-high 18 points, while Lara Rohkohl scored 12 and Olivia Hamlin added 11 as BYU (7-0) won a back-and-forth contest over Virginia Tech (5-2), 64-60 on Thursday at the 2025 Paradise Jam.

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  • A female basketball player in a white Vanderbilt jersey with number 1 is dribbling the ball during a game, facing an opposing player in a black and orange uniform, with spectators watching in the background.

    Vanderbilt 88, Oregon State 66

    Mikayla Blakes scored a game-high 35 points to lead the No. 17 Vanderbilt Commodores (7-0) to a commanding 88-66 win over Oregon State (5-2) on Thursday at the 2025 Paradise Jam.

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  • Elon 65, North Dakota 57

    Tamia Watkins scored a team-high 11 points to lead the Elon Phoenix (3-4) to a 65-57 win over North Dakota (1-7) on day two of the 2025 Paradise Jam.

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  • A girls' volleyball team in red uniforms celebrating with a coach, holding a championship plaque, on a gymnasium court.

    Boise State 81, Tulane 76

    Dani Bayes scored a team-high 20 points, while Tatum Thompson added 19 as the Boise State Broncos (7-1) held off a late charge by Tulane (3-4), downing the Green Wave 81-76 in the Paradise Jam Harbor Division Championship Game.

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  • A girl from the Cougars basketball team is shooting a free throw during a game, while players and coaches watch nearby.

    Washington State 71, Miami 67

    Eleonora Villa scored a game-high 25 points and grabbed five rebounds, leading the way for the Washington State Cougars (1-6) in a 71-67 win over Miami University (4-3) on Friday at the 2025 Paradise Jam.

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  • A female basketball player with long blonde braids and a white headband, wearing a white and purple uniform, preparing to shoot a basketball during a game.

    LSU 113, Marist 53

    Zakiya Johnson led a group of seven LSU players to reach double figures with a 19-point performance, leading the way as the No. 5 Tigers (5-0) rolled to a 113-53 win over Marist (2-5) on Friday at the Paradise Jam.

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  • Vanderbilt 84, BYU 71

    Mikayla Blakes scored a game-high 27 points, leading the way for No. 17 Vanderbilt as the Commodores (8-0) rallied from an early 16-point deficit to capture the Island Division championship with an 84-71 win over BYU (7-1) on Saturday on the final day of the 2025 Paradise Jam.

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  • Virginia Tech 78, Oregon State 67

    Mel Daley led Virginia Tech with a 24-point performance as the Hokies (6-2) picked up a 78-67 win over Oregon State (5-3) in the third place game of the Island Division of the 2025 Paradise Jam.

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  • Miami 63, Marist 37

    Amber Tretter turned in a 10-point, 13-rebound double-double while Amber Scalia led Miami University with 13 points as the Redhawks (5-3) downed Marist (2-6) 63-37 in the third place game of the Reef Division of the 2025 Paradise Jam.

    Box Score

  • LSU 112, Washington State 35

    Flau’jae Johnson led No. 5 LSU (8-0) with her 16-point, five-rebound performance, leading a cast of five Tigers to reach double figures as LSU captured the Reef Division championship of the 2025 Paradise Jam with a 112-35 win over Washington State (1-7) on Saturday.

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