FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The stage is set for another historic moment in the season of the University of St. Thomas men's basketball program. The Celts will take on Christopher Newport University in the Elite 8 of the NCAA Division III Men's Basketball Tournament on Thursday, March 19 at 12:00 p.m. CT at War Memorial Coliseum in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

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UST enters the national quarterfinal matchup with a remarkable 29-1 record, continuing one of the most successful seasons in program history. The Celts punched their ticket to the Elite 8 after an impressive Sweet 16 victory over Wash U, marking the first time the program has advanced this far in the NCAA Tournament.

Awaiting them is Christopher Newport University, known as the Captains, who bring a 24-5 record into the matchup. The Captains are no stranger to the national stage and have been one of the most consistent programs in Division III basketball over the past several seasons. Thursday's meeting will mark the first time the two programs have faced each other.

For St. Thomas, the Elite 8 appearance represents another milestone under head coach Anthony Medina. The Celts have continued to build momentum throughout the season, combining disciplined defense with balanced scoring to emerge as one of the top teams in the country. Their 29 wins highlight a dominant campaign that has placed the program firmly in the national spotlight.

The matchup between St. Thomas and Christopher Newport will be the first of four national quarterfinal games played Thursday at War Memorial Coliseum. The winners of the Elite 8 contests will move on to the NCAA Division III National Semifinals, which will also take place in Fort Wayne later in the week.

With a trip to the Final Four on the line, the Celts will look to continue their season and take another step toward a national championship.