Rules of the Game
Fast, physical, fair. Everything you need to know before you tip off.
3-on-3 Format
Three players on the court, up to 4 on the roster. Substitutions between made baskets or during dead balls.
10-Minute Games
Games are 10 minutes running clock OR first team to 21 points — whichever comes first.
Scoring
1 point for baskets made inside the arc. 2 points for baskets made outside the arc.
12-Second Shot Clock
A 12-second shot clock is enforced every possession. Failure to attempt results in a turnover.
Change of Possession
Ball must be checked at the top of the arc. On a made basket, defense takes possession and clears to the arc.
Championship Bracket
Pool play seeds all teams into a single-elimination bracket. Every team is guaranteed multiple games.
Play In Your Bracket
Competitive bracket for middle school-age players. Same format, same rules, same podium prize structure — sized for the next generation.
For current high school players. Fast-paced, physical, and refereed to championship standards.
Open to high school graduates and adults. Rec players, former college players, and everyone in between. Bring your best three.
The Fine Print
- 01Rosters must be submitted at registration; no roster changes after check-in on tournament day.
- 02All players must sign the digital waiver during registration. Middle School and High School players require parent/guardian signature.
- 03Games are self-officiated during pool play with tournament staff overseeing. Championship bracket games are officiated by tournament referees.
- 04Any behavior deemed unsportsmanlike may result in immediate ejection with no refund. Tournament directors have final authority on all disputes.
- 05Ties at the end of regulation are broken by a first-to-2-points overtime.
- 06Fouls: On the 7th team foul, the fouled team shoots one free throw worth 1 point. Free throws do not stop the clock.
- 07A player must play in at least one pool play game to be eligible for the championship bracket.
- 08Weather delays: In the event of a delay, tournament directors will restart or modify the schedule at their discretion.