It’s that time of year again, y’all. The Fayetteville Flyer has renewed its annual NCAA bracket challenge, inviting locals to pit their prediction skills against one another for the 2026 tournament. This friendly competition is a chance for everyone in Fayetteville to show off their March Madness prowess—or luck, depending on your strategy.
For this year’s challenge, participants will navigate the highs and lows of bracketology, guessing which college basketball teams will make it to the coveted Final Four. Whether you’re a seasoned sports analyst or a casual fan relying on a lucky coin flip, the bracket challenge offers a bit of fun for everyone. And let’s not forget the home team pride: the Arkansas Razorbacks have secured a No. 4 seed and are set to face off against the No. 13 seed Hawaii Rainbows this Thursday.
The Flyer staff will be joining in on the fun as well, though they won’t be eligible for the prize. That part’s reserved for the readers. The competition is open to all Flyer readers, and while the specific prize details haven’t been disclosed, the glory of being Fayetteville’s top bracketologist is surely worth the effort.
To participate, you’ll need to fill out your bracket before the games commence. There’s no fee to enter, and with the Razorbacks in the mix, there’s plenty of local interest to keep things exciting. So, dust off your Ouija board, sharpen your dart-throwing skills, or consult your favorite sports oracle—whatever it takes to craft your perfect bracket.
With March Madness descending upon us, this challenge is a fun way to engage with the local community while cheering on our Hogs. Who knows, maybe this is the year your bracket will reign supreme. Good luck, Fayetteville!
Source: Fayetteville Flyer
