TOURNAMENT DETAILS
3 GAME GUARANTEE
AGE GROUPS: Heart of Dixie Invitational #1 (8u, 9U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U) Heart of Dixie Invitational #2 (8u, 9U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U, 15U, 16U, 17U,19U)
Sometimes we have to combine some ages but that usually only happens at 17u and 19u. Teams may play down but only with the permission of the tournament director. Teams playing up will be treated like other teams in the desired age group.
PLEASE REGISTER EARLY. SPACE WILL BE LIMITED. PLEASE DO NOT ASK BY TELEPHONE THAT WE SAVE YOU A SPOT. WE NEED YOU TO SEND IN YOUR REGISTRATION, FEES & ROSTER TO BE RECEIVED BY MARCH 24, 2008 for Heart of Dixie Invitational #1 and April 28, 2008 for Heart of Dixie Invitational #2.
SITE: HEART OF DIXIE #1 AND HEART OF DIXIE #2 WILL BE HELD AT SAMFORD UNIVERSITY, PELHAM HIGH SCHOOL, HOOVER HIGH SCHOOL AND & OTHER GYMS IN THE GREATER BIRMINGHAM/HOOVER AREA DEPENDING ON AVAILABILITY.
NOTE: TEAMS MORE THAN 180 MILES FROM BIRMINGHAM, ALABAMAWILL NOT BE REQUIRED TO PLAY ON FRIDAY BUT LATE GAMES ON FRIDAY CAN BE SCHEDULED IF POSSIBLE. JUST REMEMEBER THAT SCHEDULING THREE OR MORE GAMES IN ONE DAY IS VERY DIFFICULT AND WILL NOT ALWAYS BE POSSIBLE.
INFORMATION: TIM MULLINS
2437 JAMESTOWN DRIVE
HOOVER, AL 35226
HOME: (205) 823-7174 CELL 205-492-7175 E-MAIL: TMULLINS12@CHARTER.NET
REGISTRATION FOR THE TOURNAMENT (INCLUDING ENTRY FEES) MUST BE RECEIVED ONE WEEK PRIOR TO THE TOURNAMENT. A $25 PENALTY WILL BE CHARGED AFTER THE ONE WEEK DEADLINE .
ALABAMA TWISTERS BASKETBALL GIRLS TOURNAMENT
TOURNAMENT RULES
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
1. AAU and NCAA rules except as stated herein and there will be no shot clock (10 second count to reach front court) at most games.
THE "HOME TEAM" (TEAM LISTED ON TOP OF THE BRACKET OR FIRST IN THE GAME SCHEDULE MUST WEAR WHITE JERSEYS) IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING AN OFFICIAL SCORER, THE "AWAY TEAM"(TEAM LISTED ON THE BOTTOM OF THE BRACKET OR SECOND IN THE GAME SCHEDULE MUST WEAR DARK JERSEYS) AND MUST PROVIDE A PERSON TO WORK THE CLOCK IF THE HOST CLUB IS UNABLE TO PROVIDE THE NECESSARY PERSONELL. THE VOLUNTEERS MUST BE EXPERIENCED AND AT LEAST 14YRS OF AGE UNLESS APPROVED BY THE TOURNAMENT CHAIRMAN. WE RECOGNIZE THE FACT THAT SOME TEAMS MAY ONLY HAVE ONE COLOR JERSEY AND THE TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR WILL MAKE THE FINAL DECISION ON UNIFORM ISSUES IF THE COACHES CANNOT WORK THEM OUT.
2. 8U-10U (7 MINUTE QUARTERS) 11U-18U (16 minute halves). Running clock according to Rules for blowouts below.
Two rules which are tied to the score margin, shown below:
Age Margin
8&U, 9&U,10&U 20 pts
11&U 22 pts
12&U 24 pts
13&U-18&U 26 pts
Rule 1: No Back-Court pressure - Once the above margin is reached, and for as long as it remains, there shall be no back-court pressure by the winning team. A violation shall result in one verbal warning to the player and the Coach, and ball out of bounds to the team behind. The second and all following violations shall result in two (2) technical free throws and possession awarded to team behind.
Rule 2: Conditions for Running Clock - If the margin at half-time or beyond is reached, then a running clock WILL BE implemented (coaches consent is NOT required). If the margin drops below 20 POINTS, a regular stop clock will be implemented until the required margin is reached again. THE CLOCK WILL NOT RUN DURING THE SHOOTING OF FREE THROW SHOTS.
3. FIVE (5) minute half time, and 5 minute pre-game warm up. 4 one minute timeouts. 2 thirty second timeouts..
4. Seven fouls - bonus. Technical fouls count as personal fouls. NOTE: Under girls' rules the 2 shot after 10 does now apply.
5. Overtime will be 3 minutes for first occurrence and two minutes thereafter.
6. No 5-second count on the dribble but 5 seconds on closely guarded held ball. 10 second time limit in backcourt unless a shot clock is being used.
7. All teams should be present a minimum of fifteen minutes before game time. Your lineup should be ready 10 minutes before the game. If the tournament is AAU Sanctioned then Birth certificates and AAU cards must be verified prior to the first game. However, each coach is making an affirmative statement that they have verified birth certificates for each player on the team by the time of the tournament. Maximum of 15 players on each team. Players from lower age brackets from the same AAU club may play on 2 teams if they are listed on the original roster of each team. All team coaches must have AAU cards.
8. Tie Breaker System for Pool Play:
A. Head-to head competition in two way ties in a pool.
B. Score differential (+ or 13 points maximum)
C. In the event of a three-way tie, point differential will determine the placement without regard to any head to head results. This seems unfair but is necessary to prevent teams from taking strategic losses or doing funny things with the margin of victory.
D. A coin flip when both coaches are available or if not available at 8:00 pm at MAIN ARENA DESIGNATED BY TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR or if a necessary game is still in play within fifteen minutes after the game at a MAIN ARENA DESIGNATED BY TOURNAMENT DIRECTOR.
E. Brackets may also be used to determine the tournament championship.
9. The formula will also be used to break a tie between teams that did not play. However, if these are 2 team undefeated in a pool then they will play to BREAK THE TIE.
10. Any player receiving what the referees designate as a flagrant foul will be suspended from the remainder of the tournament. Taunting of other players, foul language and similar conduct will not be tolerated. Please discuss these matters with your players before the tournament.
11. Head coaches are responsible for their players, the players' parents and fans. Unruly fans will be asked to leave the gym if they cannot control themselves after being warned. If fans constantly ride the officials they may be asked to leave the gym. The referees will issue technical fouls if necessary. We expect the fans to cheer not cause problems for the tournament. This is an invitational tournament. Teams and/or coaches that have behavioral problems will not be allowed to play next year in our tournament. A team will be financially responsible for any property damaged caused by a team member. Coaches need to discuss our policy with their fans and parents. COACHES AND PLAYERS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR TEAMS AND FANS AT ALL TIMES. WE DO NOT TOLERATE IMPROPER BEHAVIOR.
12. Any problems or concerns are to be directed to the attention of the tournament committee.
13. Protests: All disputes will be settled on the playing floor by the officials as long as they are within the rules for the tournament. There is a $75.00 protest fee. If the officials deviate from the tournament rules, then the site supervisor and/or the tournament director can overrule the officials.
14. Concessions: Most playing site will be selling concessions at a reasonable price. Please do not attempt to carry in coolers or packages! The profits from the concessions help to pay for the tournament expenses and coolers cause clean-up problems and not permitted in most of our gyms under their rules. AGAIN COOLERS FILLED WITH ICE AND DRINKS ARE NOT ALLOWED IN ANY GYM USED FOR OUR TOURNAMENTS. THESE ARE FACILITY RULES AND CANNOT BE VIOLATED.
15. Admission fees: For 3 day tournament format- Single Day Passes are $5.00 per Day and students are $3.00 per day and players & children under 6 are free. Tournament passes if available may be sold for $12.00 Adults $8.00 Students (Covers all venues all days). Coaches (up to 3 Total Coaches) and scorekeeper will be admitted free if listed on the official roster. We will provide passes for four bench personell. Team moms, team dads, siblings, water boys/girls and any other creative titles will not be allowed to enter the event without paying admission. If you are a coach or a scorekeeper just show your pass and sign the book and enter the gym.
For 2 day tournament format- Single Day Passes covers all gyms that day $5.00 per day and students are $3.00 and players & children under 6 are free. Coaches (up to 3 Total Coaches) and scorekeeper will be admitted free if listed on the official roster.
16. Scheduling should be posted on the Internet at Alabamatwisters.com at least 5 days prior to the tournament.
17 FREE THROWS ACCORDING TO NCAA COLLEGE RULES.