2026 NCAA Tournament: Purdue vs. Queens Pregame Video
Pregame video from St. Louis before Purdue takes the court.
Mar 19, 2026; St. Louis, MO, USA; Purdue Boilermakers guard Fletcher Loyer looks on during a practice session ahead of the first round of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Enterprise Center. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Le-Imagn Images | Jeff Le-Imagn Images It was media day in St.
Louis today as Purdue took the court for its open practice at the Enterprise Center in advance of facing the Queens Royals. Our crew was also in the house to cover the opening round as Purdue prepares for (hopefully) another deep tournament run. As expected from a 2/15 matchup, Purdue is a heavy favorite by 25.
5 points, but we are also well aware of what that means. We can’t help it. The scars run deep.
This is still a game Purdue should be able to control in order to advance, espcially as a senior dominated crew that has been through all of this before. Here is all the pregame video for your consumption, including the Queens press conference after their own practice. Purdue Locker Room Video Purdue Press Conference Queens Press Conference Looking to see the Boilers in St.