SAN ANTONIO, April 3, 2025 – The 2025 NCAA® Men’s Final Four® Legacy Project presented by
Dove Men+Care was officially dedicated today at Rayburn Legacy Park, 635 Rayburn Dr., marking a
significant investment in the San Antonio community. The project includes a newly refurbished
gymnasium, a walking track with exercise stations, and enhanced green spaces designed to
encourage physical activity and provide a gathering place for local families.

Located at the San Antonio Boys & Girls Club Rayburn Clubhouse — the site of Harlandale ISD’s
former Rayburn Elementary School — Rayburn Legacy Park addresses a critical need for
accessible recreational spaces in an area that has long been identified as a “park desert.” The
Legacy Project reflects the NCAA’s ongoing commitment to leaving a positive, long-term impact on
Final Four host cities.

“Investing in the communities that do so much to host our championship events including the
Men’s Final Four is important to the NCAA. We and Dove Men+Care hope this beautifully renovated
facility will inspire many young people in this community to love basketball and pursue the dream
of a college education,” said Dan Gavitt, NCAA Senior Vice President of Basketball.

“This facility is more than just a recreational space — it’s a symbol of how sports can uplift
communities,” said Elena Wells, Executive Director of the San Antonio Local Organizing
Committee for the Men’s Final Four. “We are proud to partner with the NCAA and Dove Men+Care
to bring meaningful change to the Harlandale community. Rayburn Legacy Park will serve as a
place for families to gather, kids to play, and neighbors to connect for years to come.”

The dedication ceremony featured remarks from key stakeholders and a ceremonial net hanging to
commemorate the opening of the facility.A representative from Dove Men+Care, the presenting sponsor of the Legacy Project, highlighted the importance of supporting community wellness through partnerships like this.

“At Dove Men+Care, we believe in the transformative impact of showing care,” said Neha Govil,
Associate Director, Dove Men+Care US Skin Cleansing. “Supporting the creation of Rayburn Legacy
Park is a reflection of our commitment to caring for communities by encouraging active lifestyles
and creating spaces where people feel supported and valued.”

Rayburn Legacy Park is expected to serve thousands of residents, providing a safe and welcoming
environment for recreation, exercise, and community events. The project underscores the NCAA’s
and San Antonio Sports’ shared goal of enhancing the health and wellness of local communities
through sport.

The 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four weekend kicks off tomorrow, April 4, with a full lineup of events,
including the Final Four Fan Fest presented by Capital One, the March Madness Music Fest, the
Final Four Tip-off Tailgate presented by Nissan, Reese’s Final Four Friday at the Alamodome and
the Dribble presented by Buick.

The Men’s semifinal game is set for Saturday, April 5, with the championship game tipping off on
Monday, April 7, at 7:50 p.m. at the Alamodome.

IMPORTANT LINKS:

● 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four app: https://www.ncaa.com/mens-final-four/mens-final-fourapp
● NCAA Men’s Final Four media kit with logos, photos, videos, etc.:
https://www.finalfoursanantonio.com/media. Password: S@LOCMFF25
● Media credential application to cover the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four fan and community
events: https://mailchi.mp/e2b10cbe61cc/your-free-mens-final-four-fan-fest-ticketsinside-12721848?e=[UNIQID]
● Daily schedule of events, April 4-7: https://www.ncaa.com/mens-final-four/schedule
● Parking Information for all events: https://www.ncaa.com/mens-final-four/maps

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About San Antonio Local Organizing Committee:
The San Antonio Local Organizing Committee (SALOC) is a nonprofit dedicated to bidding on and
hosting major events that bring out-of-town visitors and drive economic impact to San Antonio. SALOC is a partnership between San Antonio Sports, Visit San Antonio, the City of San Antonio, the University of Texas at San Antonio, and the University of the Incarnate Word. SALOC oversees marketing, operations, and community relations for all ancillary events and initiatives associated with the 2025 NCAA Men’s Final Four. SALOC’s mission is to leverage the excitement of March Madness to foster community engagement, promote educational initiatives, and highlight the vibrant culture of San Antonio.

 

About the NCAA:
The NCAA is a diverse association of more than 1,100 member colleges and universities that prioritize academics, well-being, and fairness to create greater opportunities for nearly half a million student athletes each year. The NCAA provides a pathway to higher education and beyond for student-athletes pursuing academic goals and competing in NCAA sports. More than 54,000 student-athletes experience  the pinnacle of intercollegiate athletics by competing in NCAA championships each year Visit ncaa.org and ncaa.com for more details about the Association and the corporate partnerships that support the NCAA and its student-athletes. The NCAA is proud to have AT&T, Capital One and Coca-Cola as official corporate champions and the following elite companies as official corporate partners: Buffalo Wild Wings, Buick, GEICO, Great Clips, Intuit TurboTax, Invesco QQQ, Marriott Bonvoy, Nabisco, Nissan, Pizza Hut, Reese’s, The Home Depot, Unilever, and Wendy’s.