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CIAA tournament staying in Charlotte through 2014

The Columbian
Published: November 1, 2010, 12:00am

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association is keeping its prestigious basketball tournament in Charlotte through 2014.

Commissioner Leon Kerry tells The Associated Press the Division II league of historically black colleges and universities has voted unanimously on a three-year extension with the city of Charlotte.

Kerry said Monday it will mark the first time the CIAA tournament will be held in the same city for nine straight years.

The tournament brings in upward of 180,000 people to Charlotte for numerous events in addition to men’s and women’s basketball. The week features concerts, fashion shows, parties and other activities.

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