RULES

Game Rules

  1. Time Rules:

    1. Two 16 minute Halves

    2. Clock stops only on free throws & last 2 minutes of each half.

  2. Ball Size

    1. 29.5 (Size 7) for grades 7th-9th, 28.5 (Size 6) for grades 4th-6th

  3. 2- 4 minutes warm-up time.

  4. 20 point difference the clock runs.

  5. Pressing Rule (4th grade -6th grade) only

    1. Teams can press in the first half until they are up by 10 or more points.

    2. Teams can press in the second half until there are up by 20 or more points.

  6. 6 fouls = player disqualification

  7. 7 team fouls = 1 & 1, 10 team fouls = 2 shots

  8. Two full timeouts per team. In the event of overtime each team is given an additional timeout. (Timeouts do not carry to second overtime).

  9. Overtime 2 minutes. If still tied after one overtime the first team to score 3 points in second OT will be the winner. For example, if Team A scores a two point FG and then Team B scores a 3 point FG on the next possession the game is over and Team B is the winner.

  10. Technical Fouls / Flagrant Fouls

    1. Two Technical Fouls = Ejection (Coach or Player). Vertical Hoops supervisors along with NEOS (officials) will make the determination on whether of not that player or coach will face further penalty, such as a game suspension or removal from the tournament.

    2. Fighting = REMOVAL FROM THE EVENT NO EXCEPTIONS. ADULTS ENGAGED IN FIGHTING ARE ALSO SUBJECT TO THE MOHEGAN SUN TRIBAL POLICE AND THEIR RULES AND REGULATIONS.

Roster Rule

Scorekeepers and referees will use the binder at each scorer’s table which will include a copy of every roster verified through NSID. Rosters will include all information including pictures or each player. Any player not verified that participates will result in a forfeit for that team. Coaches are welcome to check the binders as well to confirm player eligibility. If you notice an ineligible player simply let the clock person know and they will call over to a supervisor. We will all work together to ensure a fair competitive environment.

Tie-Breakers:

In the event of a tie in your division in the standings the first tie-breaker if only two teams are involved in the tie is Head to Head. If there are more than 2 teams involved in the tie than point differential is the next tie-breaker. Please remember that the maximum amount for point differential for one game is 20 points. So if you beat a team by 40 you will see 20 show up next to your team in the standings. This is to encourage good sportsmanship. If the teams are still tied the next tie-breaker is total points allowed in pool play and then finally total points scored. If there is still a tie a coin flip will be used to break it.

Program Conduct

  1. Parents, fans, coaches, and players are all expected to conduct themselves appropriately. Swearing at or excessive yelling at refs, opposing players, or other fans will result in removal from the facility.

  2. All teams must provide a contact person who is reachable during the tournament.

  3. Team dropouts due to Covid or any other reason will not receive a refund as games are scheduled.