FAIRFAX, Va. – A talented group of George Mason University men's basketball alumni – dubbed the Green Machine – will suit up for the chance at $2 million during the annual TBT event this summer.
 
When?
The Green Machine begins play starting Friday, July 26 during regional action at the Siegel Center in Richmond, Va. Mason will battle The Web – a University of Richmond alumni team – at 6:40 p.m. Friday. In the single elimination tournament, Mason will move on with a victory Friday.
 
Here's the path to regional victory for the Green Machine:
Friday, July 26, 6:40 p.m. - vs. The Web (Richmond)
Saturday, July 27, 7 p.m. - vs. Ram Nation or DRC*
Sunday, July 28, Noon - Regional Final*

What Happens If The TBT Green Machine Wins The Regional?
The players will receive 25 percent of the ticket sales in Richmond and move on to the Championship Round in Chicago Aug. 1-6
 
Is There A Way To Watch The Games?
Yes! All of the regional games will be streamed on WatchESPN (http://www.espn.com/watch/)
 
Is There Still Time To Get Tickets?
Yes! Use this promo link and the code TBT2019 to get $5 off tickets: https://bit.ly/2LGHA6O
 
If I'm Going To The Games or Want to Watch In Richmond, Is There A Pregame Spot To Hang With Mason Fans?
Yes! The Mason Alumni Association has an official Patriot Takeover spot! It features a live band and happy hour specials. RSVP here: https://bit.ly/2JSkBED
 
The Camel
Friday, July 26
5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
 1621 W. Broad Street
Richmond, Virginia 23220
 
Is The Team Named After Mason's Green Machine, The No. 1 Pep Band In The Nation?
Yes!
 
Will the Green Machine Band Be There To Get The Crowd Going And Pump Up Our Team?
Yes, 60 members of the ensemble will be there and bring the energy
 
Is There A TBT Website Where I Can See The Bracket And Get More Info?
Yes! https://www.thetournament.com/
 
Who's On The Team?
Here's a full list of the guys who will be playing:
 
Bryon Allen (2010-14)
2018-19 Team: Pallacanestro Reggiana (Italy)
•  6-year pro career
• Won the Czech League and Czech Cup titles with ČEZ Nymburk in 2016-17
• Part of Mason's 2011 NCAA Tournament Team
• 6th all time at Mason in assists (380); 1,048 career points
 
Isaiah Tate (2007-11)
2018-19 Team: The St. John's Edge (Canada)
• Part of Mason's 2008 and 2011 NCAA Tournament teams
• Averaged 7.0 ppg in the 2011 NCAA Tournament
• 2010-11 CAA All-Academic
• Averaged 6.2 points and shot 41.2 percent from 3-point range as a senior
 
Mike Morrison (2008-12)
2018-19 Team: s.Oliver Würzburg (Germany)
• 8-year pro career
• Played for Skyliners Frankfurt from 2014-18
• Averaged 8.0 ppg, 7.5 rpg in 2011 NCAA Tournament
• T-2nd at Mason in blocks (174), 16th in rebounds (658)
 
Ryan Pearson (2008-12)
2018-19 Team: JDA Dijon (France)
• 8-year pro career
• 2012 CAA Player of the Year; Two-time all-CAA
• 2012 AP All-America Honorable Mention
• 10.5 ppg, 4.0 rpg in 2011 NCAA Tournament
• 6th at Mason in scoring (1,626 pts), t-5th in FT made (420), 8th in rebounds (806)
 
Will Thomas (2004-08)
2018-19 Team: Valencia Basket (Spain)
• 2019 EuroCup MVP (17.3 ppg)
• Led Valencia to the 2017 Spanish League title and Supercup title
• 12-year pro career (multiple teams)
• Part of NCAA Tournament teams at Mason in 2006 and 2008
• Two-time all-CAA selection
• All-time Mason leader in FG% (.616); 3rd in rebounds (993); 10th in scoring (1,564)
• Averaged 13.0 points/9.0 rebounds/50.9 FG% in 2006 NCAA Tournament
 
Folarin Campbell (2004-08)
2018-19 Team: Bondi Ferrara (Italy)
• 11-year pro career in Italy, Germany and other global leagues
• Part of NCAA Tournament teams at Mason in 2006 and 2008
• Two-time all-CAA selection
• 5th all-time at Mason in assists (392), 11th in scoring (1,545 pts)
• Team-high 15.4 ppg, 2.6 apg in 2006 NCAA Tournament (62.5 FG%, 50.0 3pt FG%)
 
Non-Mason Players
Austin Freeman (Georgetown)
Phil Scrubb (Carleton)