Divisions will feature pool play, single-elimination playoffs ans guaranteed games before elimination
Teams will compete throughout the weekend, with championship games and featured matchups taking place during peak festival hours.
The tournament will generally follow internationally recognized FIBA 3x3 basketball rules, with select modifications made to fit the event format and outdoor festival environment.
Final rules and tournament operations may be adjusted prior to the event.
Team Composition
- 3 players on the court at one time
- Teams may register substitute players
- Minimum roster requirements apply
- All players must check in prior to gameplay
Court & Ball
- Games will be played on half-court setups
- Standard basketballs will be provided
- Outdoor courts and nets supplied by the tournament
Scoring
FIBA-style scoring:
- Shots inside the arc = 1 point
- Shots behind the arc = 2 points
- Free throws = 1 point
Game Length
Games will operate using:
- Running clock
- Approximate 15-minute games OR
- First team to a designated point total (21pts)
Final timing structure will depend on division size and scheduling needs.
Possession Rules
- Possession changes after made baskets
- Ball must be cleared beyond the arc after rebounds or steals before an offensive attempt
- Check-ball format used to begin play and restart dead balls
Fouls
- Team fouls will be tracked
- Excessive or unsportsmanlike contact may result in:
- Possession changes
- Free throws
- Removal from gameplay
- Tournament disqualification if necessary
- Sportsmanship is expected at all times.
Overtime
If a game remains tied at the end of regulation, overtime will be decided using a free-throw shootout format inspired by a soccer penalty shootout.
Overtime format:
- Teams will alternate free-throw attempts
- Coaches or teams may select their shooters
- Each team will receive an equal number of attempts
- The team with the most made free throws at the end of the round wins
If still tied after the initial round:
- Sudden-death free throws will begin
- Teams will continue alternating shots until one team scores and the other misses within the same round
Substitutions
- Substitutions may occur during dead-ball situations
- Players must enter and exit safely and clearly
Timeouts
- Limited timeouts may be permitted
- Tournament officials reserve the right to keep gameplay moving to maintain schedule timing
Officials & Scorekeeping
- Tournament staff and volunteers will oversee gameplay
- Officials’ decisions are final
- Scorekeepers may be used depending on division and court availability
Sportsmanship Policy
This tournament is intended to showcase basketball culture, community, and competition in a positive environment.
Unsportsmanlike behavior toward officials, volunteers, opponents or spectators may result in warnings, technical fouls, removal, or disqualification.
Weather & Scheduling
As this is an outdoor event, schedules may be adjusted in the event of weather concerns or unforeseen circumstances.
Tournament organizers reserve the right to modify schedules, formats, and gameplay timing as needed for the success and safety of the event.
