CANTON, GA. - The Southern Athletic Association (SAA) is thrilled to announce the locations for its championships for the years 2025 through 2029. Following a comprehensive bid process, which included input from a committee of various SAA constituents, the rotation of championship venues has been finalized.
This bid process underscores the SAA’s commitment to enhancing the championship experience for student-athletes across the conference. By engaging member institutions and other stakeholders in the selection process, the SAA ensures that each championship venue reflects the high standards of excellence and community central to the conference’s mission.
“Our championships represent the pinnacle of competition for our student-athletes, and it’s essential that they take place in environments that showcase their hard work and dedication,” said SAA Commissioner, Stacey LaDew. “The bid process and resulting rotations demonstrate our commitment to providing exceptional championship experiences while fostering fairness and opportunity for all member institutions. The bid rotation not only underscores our commitment to competitive excellence but also ensures that our championships are hosted at venues capable of delivering high-quality experiences for our student-athletes, fans, and institutions.”
The process of selecting these locations was guided by the SAA’s commitment to a formalized bid process, ensuring transparency and fairness. A committee comprising a diverse group of SAA constituents carefully reviewed all submitted bids. Their collective effort resulted in a strategic rotation of championship sites designed to provide exceptional venues for competition and foster memorable experiences for all participants.
The rotation for 2025-2029 will feature a variety of premier facilities across the region, highlighting the strengths and unique offerings of SAA member institutions. These locations were carefully selected to ensure accessibility, quality, and the ability to deliver a memorable atmosphere for participants and fans alike.
The SAA extends its gratitude to the bid review committee for their diligent work and to all member institutions and communities that participated in the bid process. Their efforts reflect the collaborative spirit of the SAA and its dedication to creating meaningful opportunities for student-athletes to thrive.
The championship sites will span various member institutions and neutral locations, providing an equitable rotation across the SAA’s geographic footprint. The selected sites showcase premier facilities that meet the standards for hosting high-caliber collegiate athletics events. Specific details about the host sites and dates can be found below.
The SAA looks forward to continuing its tradition of excellence and celebrating the achievements of its student-athletes in these outstanding settings. Stay tuned for more updates and details about each championship event. For the latest news and information, visit saa-sports.com.
*Dates, and hosting locations are subject to change.
Men’s and Women’s Cross Country
Nov. 1, 2025 – Southwestern
Oct. 31, 2026 – Sewanee
Oct. 30, 2027 – Maryville
Oct. 28, 2028 – Rhodes
Women’s Soccer
Nov. 6-9, 2025 – Rhodes
Nov. 5-8, 2026 – Berry
Nov. 4-7, 2027 – Trinity
Nov. 2-5, 2028 – Sewanee
Men’s Soccer
Nov. 6-9, 2025 – Southwestern
Nov. 5-8, 2026 – Oglethorpe
Nov. 4-7, 2027 – Centre
Nov. 2-5, 2028 – Maryville
Volleyball
Nov. 13-16, 2025 – Oglethorpe
Nov. 12-15, 2026 – Trinity
Nov. 11-14, 2027 – Southwestern
Nov. 9-12, 2028 – Sewanee
Men’s and Women’s Basketball
Feb. 26-Mar. 1, 2026 – Berry
Feb. 25-28, 2027 – Maryville
Feb. 24-27, 2028 – Oglethorpe
Feb. 22-25, 2029 – Trinity
Men’s and Women’s Swimming and Diving
Feb. 11-14, 2026 – Centre
Feb. 10-13, 2027 – Centre
Feb. 9-12, 2028 – Centre
Feb. 14-17, 2029 – Centre
Men’s and Women’s Indoor Track and Field
Feb. 27-28, 2026 – Centre
Feb. 26-27, 2027 – Centre
Feb. 25-26, 2028 – Centre
Feb. 23-24, 2029 – Centre
Baseball
May 7-10, 2026 – Oglethorpe
May 13-16, 2027 – Centre
May 11-14, 2028 – Rhodes
May 10-13, 2029 – Southwestern
Softball
May 7-10, 2026 – Trinity
May 13-16, 2027 – Maryville
May 11-14, 2028 – Southwestern
May 10-13, 2029 – Berry
Men’s Lacrosse
April 30-May 2, 2026 – Centre
May 6-8, 2027 – Sewanee
May 4-6, 2028 – Berry
May 3-5, 2029 – Rhodes
Women’s Lacrosse
April 30-May 2, 2026 – Rhodes
April 29-May 1, 2027 – Berry
May 4-6, 2028 – Sewanee
May 3-5, 2029 – Centre
Men’s and Women’s Golf
April 30-May 3, 2026 – Greystone Country Club
April 29-May 2, 2027 – Greystone Country Club
April 27-30, 2028 – Greystone Country Club
April 26-29, 2029 – Greystone Country Club
Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Track and Field
April 24-25, 2026 – Berry
April 30 – May 1, 2027 – Rhodes
April 28-29, 2028 – Trinity
April 27-28, 2029 – Maryville
Men’s and Women’s Tennis
April 23-26, 2026 – TBD
April 29 – May 2, 2027 – TBD
April 27-30, 2028 – TBD
April 26-29, 2029 – TBD