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Get a Head Start on March MaDENess
Squares Board & Bracket Challenge
Selection Sunday is almost here, and once the brackets drop, the rush begins. We are officially opening up the March MaDENess board for those who want to get in early. This isn't just about the games. This year, your entry helps fund our 2026 tailgates, keeping the Den strong for the upcoming season.
Squares Board
Squares are $15 each. As the tournament heats up, so do the payouts. We are giving back 85 percent of the pot to the winners:
First Round: $10 payout
Second Round: $20 payout
Sweet 16: $30 payout
Elite Eight: $40 payout
Final Four: $75 payout
Championship: $100 payout
The Bracket Challenge
Think you can pick the perfect bracket? Join our official group on the ESPN Tournament Challenge app. The overall winner takes home a free order from the Den merch shop.
How to Enter Before the Rush
The board must be full and brackets locked by March 18th. To beat the Sunday night crowd, get your entries in now:
Visit TheDenUC.com to view the live board and join the ESPN group.
Important: Include your square numbers in the Venmo memo.
Rent the Den Gear for Your Summer Events
Planning a grad party, a birthday, or a neighborhood block party? As the football off-season kicks in, we realized we have a trailer full of quality event gear just waiting for the fall. Instead of letting it collect dust, we’re sharing it with the community. Rent party supplies without the big company prices. Every rental directly supports the Den.
What is available for your event:
The Essentials: 6-foot and 4-foot folding tables, cafe tables, and black linens.
The Setup: 10x10 canopies in red or black.
The Cold Drinks: 150-quart Igloo coolers and heavy-duty Orca coolers.
The Entertainment: Pro Peavey speakers, Giant Jenga, and a tug-of-war rope.
The Showstoppers: Our 7-foot inflatable Bearcat and the full Tailgate Trailer.
Get in Touch
To check availability or grab a quote for gear rentals, email [email protected].

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