The Georgetown Hoyas men's basketball team proudly represents Georgetown University in the NCAA Division I competition, competing in the respected Big East Conference. Basketball has been part of Georgetown's legacy since 1907. Their home games fill the Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C., with passionate fans. Led by new head coach Ed Cooley, the Hoyas uphold their rich basketball tradition.
Reflecting on Georgetown's basketball championships, it's evident they've made a lasting impact on the sport. From their first NCAA championship win in 1984 to their ongoing success, Georgetown basketball leaves a legacy that will be remembered for generations.
Georgetown College Basketball Championship Wins
In 1984, the Hoyas triumphed as NCAA tournament champions, etching their name in basketball history. Over the years, Georgetown has made 31 appearances in the NCAA tournament and 13 appearances in the National Invitation Tournament (NIT), showcasing their consistent presence in college basketball.
This table provides a summary of Georgetown's NCAA tournament achievements:
| Tournament Achievement | Years |
| NCAA Tournament Champions | 1984 |
| NCAA Tournament Runner-up | 1943, 1982, 1985 |
| NCAA Tournament Final Four | 1943, 1982, 1984, 1985, 2007 |
| NCAA Tournament Elite Eight | 1943, 1980, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1987, 1989, 1996, 2007 |
| NCAA Tournament Sweet Sixteen | 1980, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1987, 1989, 1995, 1996, 2001, 2006, 2007 |
When did Georgetown win the College Basketball Championship?
Georgetown's crowning moment came in 1984 when they clinched the NCAA tournament championship. Their journey to success includes five appearances in the NCAA Tournament Final Four, with the 1984 victory standing as a testament to their prowess. Additionally, the Hoyas have claimed the Big East tournament title eight times, further solidifying their dominance in college basketball.
Georgetown College Basketball Championship appearances: How many College Basketball Championship appearances do the Georgetown have?
The Hoyas have been a force to reckon with in college basketball, making 31 appearances in the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament. Their impressive record of 47–30 reflects their resilience and competitive spirit on the court.
| Year | Round | Opponent | Result |
| 1943 | Elite EightFinal FourNational Championship Game | NYUDePaulWyoming | W 55–36W 53–49L 46–34 |
| 1975 | Quarterfinals | Central Michigan | L 75–77 |
| 1976 | Quarterfinals | Arizona | L 76–83 |
| 1979 | Second Round | Rutgers | L 58–64 |
| 1980 | Second RoundSweet SixteenElite Eight | IonaMarylandIowa | W 74–71W 74–68L 80–81 |
| 1981 | First round | James Madison | L 55–61 |
| 1982 | Second RoundSweet SixteenElite EightFinal FourNational Championship Game | WyomingFresno StateOregon StateLouisvilleNorth Carolina | W 51–43W 58–40W 69–45W 50–46L 62–63 |
| 1983 | First roundSecond Round | Alcorn StateMemphis State | W 68–63L 57–66 |
| 1984 | Second RoundSweet SixteenElite EightFinal FourNational Championship Game | SMUUNLVDaytonKentuckyHouston | W 37–36W 62–48W 61–49W 53–40W 84–75 |
| 1985 | First roundSecond RoundSweet SixteenElite EightFinal FourNational Championship Game | LehighTempleLoyola-ChicagoGeorgia TechSt. John'sVillanova | W 68–43W 63–46W 65–53W 60–54W 77–59L 64–66 |
| 1986 | First roundSecond Round | Texas TechMichigan State | W 70–64L 68–80 |
| 1987 | First roundSecond RoundSweet SixteenElite Eight | BucknellOhio StateKansasProvidence | W 75–53W 82–79W 70–57L 73–88 |
| 1988 | First roundSecond Round | LSUTemple | W 66–63L 53–74 |
| 1989 | First roundSecond RoundSweet SixteenElite Eight | PrincetonNotre DameNorth Carolina StateDuke | W 50–49W 81–74W 69–61L 77–85 |
| 1990 | First roundSecond Round | Texas SouthernXavier | W 70–52L 71–74 |
| 1991 | First roundSecond Round | VanderbiltUNLV | W 70–60L 54–62 |
| 1992 | First roundSecond Round | South FloridaFlorida State | W 75–60L 68–78 |
| 1994 | First roundSecond Round | IllinoisArkansas | W 84–77L 73–85 |
| 1995 | First roundSecond RoundSweet Sixteen | XavierWeber StateNorth Carolina | W 68–63W 53–51L 64–74 |
| 1996 | First roundSecond RoundSweet SixteenElite Eight | Mississippi Valley StateNew MexicoTexas TechUMass | W 93–56W 75–65W 98–90L 62–86 |
| 1997 | First round | UNC Charlotte | L 67–79 |
| 2001 | First roundSecond RoundSweet Sixteen | ArkansasHamptonMaryland | W 63–61W 76–57L 66–76 |
| 2006 | First roundSecond RoundSweet Sixteen | Northern IowaOhio StateFlorida | W 54–49W 70–52L 53–57 |
| 2007 | First roundSecond RoundSweet SixteenElite EightFinal Four | BelmontBoston CollegeVanderbiltNorth CarolinaOhio State | W 80–55W 62–55W 66–65W 96–84 OTL 60–67 |
| 2008 | First roundSecond Round | UMBCDavidson | W 66–47L 70–74 |
| 2010 | First round | Ohio | L 83–97 |
| 2011 | First round | VCU | L 56–74 |
| 2012 | First roundSecond Round | BelmontNorth Carolina State | W 74–59L 63–66 |
| 2013 | First round | Florida Gulf Coast | L 68–78 |
| 2015 | First roundSecond Round | Eastern WashingtonUtah | W 84–74L 64–75 |
| 2021 | First round | Colorado | L 73–96 |
When did Georgetown last appear in the College Basketball Championship?
Georgetown's most recent appearance in the NCAA tournament was in 2019, where they faced Harvard in the First Round.
Georgetown Conferences Wins
Georgetown's dominance extends to their conference performances. They have secured the Big East tournament championship a remarkable 11 times, demonstrating their ability to excel in competitive environments. Additionally, they have claimed the title of conference regular season champions on multiple occasions, showcasing their consistency and commitment to excellence in college basketball.
Conference tournament champions: 1975, 1976, 1979, 1980, 1982, 1984, 1985, 1987, 1989, 2007, 2021
Conference regular season champions: 1939, 1980, 1984, 1987, 1989, 1992, 1996, 1997, 2007, 2008, 2013
FAQ's On Georgetown College Basketball Championships
A. Georgetown competes in the Big East Conference in NCAA Division I basketball.
A. Georgetown has one NCAA championship win, achieved in 1984.
A. Georgetown has made 31 appearances in the NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament.
A. Georgetown has appeared in the NCAA Tournament Final Four five times.
A. Georgetown has been the runner-up in the NCAA Tournament three times.
