The 2026 ECC Division I Boys Basketball Tournament begins February 25 with a play-in game, followed by quarterfinals on February 26, semifinals on February 28 at New London, and the championship final on March 2 at Mohegan Sun Arena. Fitch holds the top seed, while St. Bernard looks to defend its three-time championship title despite losing most of its starters.
Division I favorites include Fitch and New London, with NFA and St. Bernard considered dark horses. Key players to watch are Xavier Goode and Si'kis Reels of Fitch, Kyaire Young of New London, and Jayvon Robinson of New London. Morelli's prediction has New London defeating Fitch in the championship.