Proper noun
(basketball, US, informal) The eight teams participating in the regional finals of the NCAA Division I tournament, one of whom will become the national champion.
(basketball, US, informal) The round of the NCAA Division I basketball tournament where all but 8 teams have been eliminated.
(basketball, US, informal) The eight teams that advance to the site of the final rounds of the NCAA Division II tournament, one of whom will become the national champion.
(basketball, US, informal) An appearance in the Elite Eight, whether in Division I or II.
Source: en.wiktionary.orgBut Williamson returned to lead Duke to the Atlantic Coast Conference Tournament championship and the NCAA Elite Eight. Source: Internet
In 2006, Fisher advanced to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Men's Division III Basketball Championship Tournament. Source: Internet
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Napheesa Collier had 16 points and 11 rebounds to help top-seed UConn beat Duke 72-59 on Saturday and advance to the Elite Eight for the 13th consecutive season. Source: Internet
After mounting an Elite Eight run as an 11-seed, Xavier carried its late-season success into the beginning of this season. Source: Internet
As Skagit Valley’s frustrations continued, the Titans poured it on and outscored the Cardinals 51-22 in the second half, and advanced to the Elite Eight with a commanding 83-43 victory. Source: Internet
Both teams advanced and will tip off March 13 for the Southeast Regional championship and a trip to Sioux Falls, South Dakota for the Elite Eight National Championship tournament. Source: Internet