CHARLESTON, S.C. -- Wichita State is signed on to compete in the 2018 Gildan Charleston Classic, Nov, 15, 16, 18, 2018 at TD Arena in Charleston, S.C.
ESPN Events formally announced the field on Thursday morning. Joining the Shockers next year are Alabama, Appalachian State, Ball State, Davidson, Northeastern, Purdue and Virginia Tech.
This family-friendly tournament offers the teams a week of practice, play and experiences in and around historic Charleston.
Additional information, including travel packages, can be found on the Charleston Classic site at www.charlestonclassic.com.
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*** Three of the eight teams in the tournament field are currently ranked in the USA Today Coaches Poll: Wichita State (8), Purdue (21) and Alabama (25).