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We want to ensure that all teams are well-informed about the rules and regulations  governing the competition. Please review the following official rules carefully to ensure a  fair and enjoyable tournament experience for everyone involved: 

Alley-oop Basketball Tournament Rules 

First and Foremost 

• The Tournament Director or a designated representative is the final arbiter of the interpretation and application of the Tournament Rules 
• Decisions will be made in the best interest of the tournament and the safety and well being of the participants

Game Rules 

• Calgary High School FIBA rules will apply, except for the modifications that have been specified below.

Games Format: 

• Warm up – 5 -10 mins
  • If the tournament is running behind, this will shorten your warm up.  
• 1st half – 24 mins
  • 23 minutes run time last 
  • The last 1 minute will be stop time. 
  • 1 time out (Clock stops on Timeouts)
• Half Time
  • 3 minute break
  • During your half time break. One player from each team will get a chance to participate in the Half Court, “Splash For Cash” Contest. (1 shot only) 
• 2nd Half – 24 min
  • 22 minute run time, 
  • The last 2 minutes will be stop time if the game is within 20 Points.
  • 1 time out (Clock stops on Timeouts)
• Overtime – 2 min 
  • No break in between the end of 2nd Half and the start of overtime. 
  • 2 minute stop time
  • 1 time out (clock stops on timeouts) 
• Additional Overtime – First to Score
  • Starts with a jump ball
  • No Break
  • No time outs
  • First team to score any point wins
• Special Rules
  • As the referees are keeping the 24 second shot clock, offensive rebounds will have the shot clock set to 14 seconds. (We follow FIBA shot clock rules)
  • Bonus starts on the 8th foul – One shot for 2 points
  • If fouled on a 2 point attempt – One shot for 2 points
  • If fouled on a 3 point attempt – One shot for 3 points
  • If fouled and the shot is made – One shot for 1 point 
  • Technical – Automatic 2 points and the ball at half
  • Unsportsmanlike – Automatic 2 points and the ball at half
  • No pressing at 20 point lead (this rule does not apply to HS Platinum divisions)
  • Mercy rule is 40, stop keeping score on the clock and only keep it on the paper.
  • No Zone defence in the U11 and U13 Divisions (Exception: If you have fouled out all your players and you are playing short a player)

• U11 Modifications
  • Foul line is 3 feet closer
  • No intentional double teaming or trapping of the ball
  • 5 on 5 (Platinum & Gold) 
  • 4 on 4 (Silver & Bronze)
  • 10 foot baskets (Platinum & Gold) 
  • 8.5 foot baskets (Silver & Bronze)
  • Pressing is allowed in Boys Platinum only 
  • No zone defence allowed – We expect teams and coach’s to play with integrity to uphold the spirit of the rule. 

• 5 minute Grace Period. (These count towards your guaranteed games)

• 2 Technical Fouls is an ejection for players or coaches for the remainder of the game.
  • If ejected, the player or the coach will be suspended for one game (Unless deemed otherwise by the Tournament Director)
• 3 Total technicals during the tournament will make the player or coach ineligible to participate any further in the Tournament. (unless deemed otherwise by the Tournament Directors) 
• Technical fouls on players count toward there personal and team fouls
• Technical fouls on coaches will count toward the teams fouls
• Unsportsmanlike Conduct will result in a Technical (examples below, but no limited)
  • Disrespect, Critical Remarks, Vulgarity, Profanity, Gestures, Negativity, Anger, violence. 
    • Player to Opposing Coach,Players, Refs, Scorekeepers, Spectators
    • Coach to opposing Coach, Players, Refs, Scorekeepers, Spectators 
  • If spectators are disrespectful to Refs, Coaches, Players, Scorekeepers, etc. This will result in a technical foul being given to their team. They may also be removed from the facility. If a spectator is ejected, they are not welcome back into the event. (no refunds will be given)  

• Tie Breaker Format:  
  • Better record
  • head-to-head
  • Total point differential in all pool games (max 20 points per game)
  • Points against
  • Coin toss

• There will be no overage players permitted unless they have been discussed with the tournament director. 
  • U-9: (2015-2016)
  • U-11: (2013-2014) 
  • U-13: (2011-2012) 
  • U-15: (2009-20010)  
  • U-18: (Sept/2005, 2006, 2007, 2008)  

• If a coach or program has a player’s age challenged by tournament administration ONLY, they must show a form of government ID or birth certificate. If they do not have that present the player will not be able to participate and the team may be disqualified from the tournament.
• If you would like to Challenge the age of a player. It will cost 200.00 dollars. (If you win the challenge, you will be reimbursed) 
  • The Tournament Directors will make the final decision on discipline

• Players cannot play on multiple teams in the same divisions or for different club programs. Players may play in different age divisions if their club deems it appropriate. Example, a player may play on a U15 team and then be called UP (not down) to support their same club program’s older team.