"We here at the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center are disappointed that we will not be hosting the great fans of the Summit League in 2021 but understand the position of the League. The Pentagon has already hosted several successful collegiate basketball tournaments during these challenging times. The move from the Denny Sanford PREMIER Center to the smaller, basketball-centric Sanford Pentagon was made to ensure all tournament operations, including practices, could be performed under one roof. However, after a review of the current environment and the potential impact of bringing 16 teams and all their constituents into one site, it became a necessary decision." "This decision was not made lightly, knowing that fan attendance has been a key driving force in raising interest in the Summit League Basketball Championships. "It is with deep disappointment, yet an equally deep amount of conviction that we came to this conclusion because the health, safety, and welfare of our student-athletes, coaches, administrators, fans, and the Sioux Falls community remain our highest priorities. "As the Summit League's Commissioner, I never imagined that the League would be making an announcement like this one," said Douple. – Commissioner Tom Douple in conjunction with the Sioux Falls Sports Authority announced Thursday that the 2021 Men's and Women's Summit League Basketball Tournaments will be held without fans and the games will be moved to the Sanford Pentagon and played during the originally scheduled dates of March 6-9.