Fresno State Bulldogs

The Fresno State Bulldogs play at the Save Mart Center in Fresno, bringing Mountain West basketball to California's Central Valley. Under Vance Walberg, the Bulldogs aim to restore the program to its success under Jerry Tarkanian. Fresno State's red and white colors and valley pride create a loyal following. The program has made multiple NCAA Tournament appearances. Fresno State's location in the Central Valley provides a unique identity. The Bulldogs' rivalry with San Diego State and other California schools adds conference stakes.

Fresno State reached the 2000 NCAA Tournament under Jerry Tarkanian, the legendary coach who built UNLV. The Bulldogs have made six NCAA Tournament appearances. Melvin Ely and Paul George played at Fresno State before NBA careers. The program joined the Mountain West in 2012. Fresno State's 1982 and 1983 NCAA appearances under Boyd Grant established tournament pedigree. The Bulldogs continue to chase consistency in the Mountain West.