INDIANAPOLIS (March 17, 2026) – The State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships will feature live music and entertainment curated by Chreece, the Indianapolis-based hip-hop organization known for elevating independent artists and producing large-scale cultural events. The event will take place Friday, April 3 at Hinkle Fieldhouse, beginning at 7 p.m. ET.

Fans attending the event will experience live performances from 4200 Kory, Zakiyah and PS Maldonna, bringing Indianapolis’ independent hip-hop scene to the national college basketball showcase.

Music throughout the arena will be provided by SoundsByCam, who will serve as the in-arena DJ, while Chyna will perform as the concourse DJ, keeping energy high throughout the venue during the evening’s competitions.

The event will also feature Sampson Levingston and Olivia West as emcees, guiding fans through the evening’s programming and helping create a high-energy atmosphere as some of the nation’s top college basketball players showcase their high-flying dunking and long-range shooting abilities.

The 37th edition of the State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships is the table setter for final weekend of the college basketball season. Each year, a collection of the country’s elite men’s and women’s 3-point shooters and dynamic dunkers put their talents on display and energize the college basketball community as it prepares to crown their national champions. Thousands of fans, young and old, enjoy a family friendly experience that allows everyone to be part of the biggest weekend in the sport.

Participants in the event have included some of basketball’s greats and legendary lottery picks, including Gary Payton, Steve Nash, Cappie Pondexter and Odyssey Sims, to unforgettable tournament superstars from recent history like Kris Jenkins, Jack Gohlke, Dyaisha Fair and Ariel Atkins.

Tickets are on sale now for the annual showcase event and can be secured by visiting www.collegeslam.com/tickets or www.ticketmaster.com

About Chreece

Chreece is an independent, artist-led hip-hop organization based in Indianapolis. It is a cultural force dedicated to strengthening the hip-hop community, building platforms for independent artists, and stimulating the creative economy across the Midwest. Since 2015, Chreece has transformed the historic Fountain Square neighborhood into a beacon for hip-hop culture—creating meaningful industry access, fostering authentic creative collaboration, and putting real resources into the hands of artists. Through year-round programming, cultural curation, artist development initiatives, and its Chreece Presents concert series, the organization produces national touring hip-hop shows and dynamic cultural activations, including collaborations surrounding NBA and WNBA All-Star and WWE events, while remaining deeply rooted in community and independent artistry. Its annual signature event, the Chreece Hip-Hop Festival, is a multi-venue cultural experience showcasing more than 80 local, regional and national artists. To date, it has supported more than 800 artists, helping establish Indianapolis as a growing powerhouse of cultural innovation.