Virginia Cavaliers guard Jacari White has been named to the watchlist for the E*TRADE Men’s 3-Point contest, a part of the 37th annual State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships. The event is scheduled for Friday, April 3, at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, and will be broadcast nationally on ESPN on Sunday, April 5.
Elite Competition
The State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships brings together top men’s and women’s college basketball players to compete in both dunk and 3-point shooting contests. The event likewise includes a team shootout, and the winners of the men’s and women’s 3-point competitions will face off in the Skechers Battle of the Champions.
White currently leads the University of Virginia in 3-point shooting, achieving a 44.6% success rate. He is ranked 13th in the Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC), averaging 2.2 made 3-pointers per game. He demonstrated his skill with seven successful 3-point attempts against Dayton on December 6, and five 3-pointers in a 61-48 win over Florida State on February 10.
Indianapolis will host the championships for the seventh time, and Hinkle Fieldhouse, home of the Butler Bulldogs, will serve as the venue for the third time. Tickets for the event are currently on sale, starting at $29, and can be purchased here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What events will take place at the State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships?
The event will feature the yearly Slam Dunk Championship, the E*TRADE Men’s 3-Point Championship, the Celsius Women’s 3-Point Championship, and the team shootout.
Where will the 2026 State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships be held?
The championships will be held at Hinkle Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.
Who has participated in the State Farm College Slam Dunk & 3-Point Championships in the past?
Past participants include Gary Payton, Steve Nash, Cappie Pondexter, Odyssey Sims, Kris Jenkins, Jack Gohlke, Dyaisha Fair, and Ariel Atkins.
A complete list of participants for the 2026 event is expected to be released closer to the competition date. Will Jacari White’s performance in the 3-point contest translate to success on the national stage?
