The CIAA Basketball Tournament is an annual college basketball tournament that takes place in the United States. It is one of the most prestigious tournaments in the country and is considered to be the most important event in the CIAA conference. The tournament has been held every year since 1946 and is currently held in Charlotte, North Carolina. The tournament is open to all CIAA member schools and is a single-elimination tournament. The winner of the tournament receives an automatic bid to the NCAA Tournament.
The CIAA Basketball Tournament is an important event for the CIAA conference and its member schools. It is a chance for the schools to compete for a championship and to earn a bid to the NCAA Tournament. The tournament is also a major economic driver for the city of Charlotte and the state of North Carolina. The tournament generates millions of dollars in revenue each year and helps to support local businesses.