PHILADELPHIA  – Today at the Coaches vs. Cancer Jim Maloney Golf Classic, Toyota was announced as the title sponsor of the Big 5 Classic for the next three years. Toyota will headline both the Women's Classic at Villanova University on December 6 and the Men's Classic at Wells Fargo Center on December 7. 

"The Tri-State Toyota Dealers Association is incredibly proud to partner with the iconic Big 5 Classic, an event that holds a special place in Philadelphia's rich sports history," said President of the Tri-State Toyota Dealers Association Paul Muller. "Toyota has always been committed to supporting community-driven events that bring people together, and we see college sports as a key part of that vision. By sponsoring both the Men's and Women's Classics, we're not only celebrating the spirit of competition but also helping elevate these incredible athletes and institutions on a national stage."  
 
With this announcement, tickets for the second annual Toyota Men's Big 5 Classic are now officially on sale. Tickets for the tripleheader start at just $30 and are good for all three matchups. Group and premium ticket options are also available at big5classic.com. Tickets for the Toyota Women's Big 5 Classic are on sale at Villanova.com. 

Last year, Saint Joseph's claimed the coveted Big 5 title, defeating Temple 74-65 in the championship game with hopes to defend its title at Wells Fargo Center on Saturday, December 7. Details on the 2024 men's Big 5 pod schedule can be found at big5classic.com.  The Villanova men will visit Saint Joseph's on Nov. 12 and host Penn on Nov. 19 at Finneran Pavilion. The Women will host Penn on Nov. 20 and travel to Saint Joseph's on Dec. 1.

"We are incredibly excited to partner with Toyota to elevate the tradition of Big 5 basketball in Philadelphia and beyond," said Comcast Spectacor Chairman & CEO and Big 5 Ambassador Dan Hilferty. "After a successful inaugural year with the Men's Classic, we are thrilled to have the women's teams be part of the excitement this year. We are looking forward to welcoming students, alumni and fans back to the Wells Fargo Center this December." 

This past June, the Philadelphia Big 5 Athletic Directors officially welcomed Drexel University as part of the women's basketball Big 5 and revealed details of the inaugural Toyota Women's Big 5 Classic which will be held at the Finneran Pavilion on the campus of Villanova University on Friday, December 6. This event will also feature a tripleheader determined by pod play. 

"The Big 5 Classic is a unique opportunity for the city of Philadelphia to add to the continued growth of women's basketball, and Toyota's commitment is emblematic of the excitement surrounding the sport," said Villanova University Interim Director of Athletics Lynn Tighe. "I am thrilled to welcome them as our partner in this only-in-Philadelphia special event." 

About Tri-State Toyota Dealers Association 
The Tri-State Toyota Dealers Association (TDA) is comprised of 25 Toyota Dealers in the Greater Philadelphia market dedicated to providing customers in Southeastern Pennsylvania, Northwestern Delaware and Southern New Jersey communities with Toyota vehicle sales and service. 
 
About Toyota 
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for more than 65 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships. 

Toyota directly employs more than 49,000 people in the U.S. who have contributed to the design, engineering, and assembly of more than 34 million cars and trucks at our nine manufacturing plants. By 2025, Toyota's 10th plant in North Carolina will begin to manufacture automotive batteries for electrified vehicles. With more electrified vehicles on the road than any other automaker, Toyota currently offers 30 electrified options. 

Through its Driving Possibilities initiative, the Toyota USA Foundation has committed to creating innovative educational programs within, and in partnership with, historically underserved communities near the company's U.S. operating sites.