PLAY - Frequently Asked Questions



	What are the Rules & Regulations? Who Can Play? How is the Tournament set up? How many players can be on a team? How are the divisions broken up? How many games is each team guaranteed? How long is a game? If the entry is for one player will So You Think You Can Hoop (SYTYCH) put them on a team or do they have to get their own team? How do I register? I didn't get a confirmation letter, so is my team registered? Can I get a copy of my schedule online? Do I still need to come to check-in? My team has been contacted by SYTYCH personnel because we have had a problem with our team's registration. What should I do? Where do I pick up my event information if I did not attend check-in? One or more of my players won't be able to participate. Can I replace them with someone else? What if there aren't enough teams to form a division, what happens then? If I am under 18, do my parents have to be present? Can another parent/guardian sign a waiver for a player 17 and under? Does each player need an ID while at the event? What is a wristband and does each player need to wear one? What is the procedure for a protest or dispute? Do we need a coach? What do I get if I play? What do I get if I win? What time does the tournament start? Are there things to do on site when you are not playing? Is there a fee for spectators? Does the SYTYCH competition provide food or hotel rooms for players? Are there any Celebrity players on site during the event? If I still have questions, whom do I contact?

	Misc Information
	Faxing Entry Forms Mailing Entry Forms Confirmation How Teams Are Divided Into Divisions



	What are the Rules & Regulations?
	CLICK HERE to read or download the rules and regulations for the tournament.


	Who can play?
	So You Think You Can Hoop (SYTYCH) is open to participants 8 and older. The age groups for kids are: 10 and under, 11 and under, 12 and under, 13 and under, 14 and under, 15 and under, 16 and under, & 17 and under. Please note that these age groups are dependent upon the number of teams that sign up in those age groups. Some age groups may have to play against older kids to form a complete bracket. Adults are placed in divisions based what each team indicates of their team's entry form, on average age of all players, and the tallest player on the team. All skill levels can participate, from no playing experience up to the Top Gun division. SYTYCH does not provide Jerseys, nor are jerseys required to be worn by players. However, we do encourage teams to wear them to make it easier for all parties involved (referee, your team, & your opponents).



	How is the Tournament set up?
	ALL BRACKETING & SEEDING OF TEAMS IS BASED ON THE ORIGINAL ROSTER TURNED IN FOR THE SYTYCH REGISTRATION. Once all entries are received via mail, fax or web-site they will be collected and entered into the tournament bracketing and seeding computer system. SYTYCH will only use Round Robin brackets for all events. Round Robin bracket - Each team plays the same amount of games in that bracket. No matter if you win or lose those games, you still play all of the games scheduled. The top three (3) teams in each group and sometimes more (there are 2 groups in each division) advance to playoffs.

	How many players can be on team?
	Each team may have 3, 4, or 5 players on a team.

	How are the divisions broken up?
	Youth Divisions - First we look at the age of the oldest player on the team. The divisions for kids teams are 10 and under, 11 and under, 12 and under, 13 and under, 14 and under, 15 and under, 16 and under, & 17 & under. (Example: If a team's ages are 17-15-16-15, then this team would be in a 17 and under division) The brackets are based on the age of the oldest participant and the amount of teams in each division. For example, if there are only two (2) teams that fit into the 10 and under age bracket, then we will have to move them up to play in the 11 and under or 12 and under division so that there are enough teams to make a division and allow for the guaranteed three (3) scheduled games against different teams. Adult Divisions - Adults are broken up by what each team selects (recreational or competitive) on the entry form. Next, the height of the tallest player on the roster further divides the registered teams into appropriate divisions. Then they are broken out more by the average age of all the participants on the team. The height levels are: 6'0" and under, 6'2" and under, 6'4" and under, & height open (6'5" and above). We do our best to group teams with similar characteristics. What is the difference between Top Gun, Competitive, and Recreational divisions? The Top Gun division is the most competitive division at the event. The level of play in this division is college and semi-professional. The price for this division is slightly higher; however, the champion from this division will receive a different award. The Competitive division is for those teams who play regularly and are competing to win. The recreational division is for those teams who may not play regularly or are only playing for fun.



	How many games is each team guaranteed?
	SYTYCH guarantees three (3) scheduled games.

	How long is a game?
	3on3 games will be to 16 points, win by two, or 30 minutes. 4on4 games will be played to 20 points, win by two, or 30 minutes.

	If the entry is for one player will SYTYCH put them on a team or do they have to get their own team?
	SYTYCH is a team pre-registration tournament. We do not take individual players and put them on a team.

	How do I register?
	You may register online in our registration section, download and fax the form, or call the local hotline and request an entry form by mail.

	I didn't get a confirmation letter, so is my team registered?
	Go to the home page and click on the "registered teams" link. Your team's name should appear on an alphabetized list of teams that are registered to participate in the event. Please allow 24-48 hours from the time your registration is received to see your team name on this list of teams.



	Can I get a copy of my schedule online? Do I still need to come to check-in?
	Yes. Schedules can be downloaded from the internet on the Thursday prior to the event. One team representative needs to be present at check-in to receive their team t-shirts, player bags, team schedule and any other information related to the event.

	My team has been contacted by SYTYCH personnel because we have had a problem with our team's registration. What should I do?
	Return the phone call immediately and instructions will be given to you.

	Where do I pick up my event information if I did not attend check-in?
	All player information can be picked up on Saturday beginning at 8:00 am.

	One or more of my players won't be able to participate. Can I replace them with someone else?
	Yes. Contact SYTYCH using the tournament hotline or email as soon as possible so that we can adjust your team's characteristics according to the new addition(s). All player changes must be made 15 minutes before the start of your first scheduled game. All changes at check-in or on Saturday will be made at the discretion of the tournament staff since this player cannot alter placement in a division that was based on the characteristics of the original player.

	What if there aren't enough teams to form a division, what happens then?
	If there are not enough teams to form a division each team will be contacted and given the option to play in a different division (as close as possible to their current division's characteristics) or not play at all.



	If I am under 18, do my parents have to be present? Can another parent/guardian sign a waiver for a player 17 and under?
	If you are under 18 and have a waiver on file with SYTYCH, your parents do not need to be present. Only a parent or guardian can sign a waiver for a child 17 and under. If a parent's signature is not on file a player will not be eligible to participate.

	Does each player need an ID while at the event?
	Yes. Each player should have a government issued ID onsite both Saturday and Sunday.

	What is a wristband and does each player need to wear one?
	Wristbands are ID bracelets that are issued at some events by SYTYCH staff and must be worn by each participant in order to play in the event. Each player must wear the same wristband on both Saturday and Sunday.

	What is the procedure for a protest or dispute?
	The captain has the right to ask the monitor/referee/court supervisor to explain any rules. If there is a dispute that needs to be resolved, request a court supervisor to come to your court immediately to handle the situation. All protests/disputes will be handled on the court. The court monitor's, referee's, or court supervisor's decision is final for the purpose of that game. Once play resumes or once the game is completed after a disagreement, the problem is considered a dead issue. DURING ANY PROTEST, TIME ON THE GAME CLOCK CONTINUES TO RUN, EXCEPT FOR THE LAST 3 MINUTES OF THE GAME.

	Do we need a coach?
	SYTYCH does not require a team to have a coach, however, coaches are welcome to participate.



	What do I get if I play?
	• A city specific T-shirt with a unique SYTYCH logo. Players are not required to wear these T-shirts during play. • A Player bag that contains special offers, premium items and other great gifts from local and national sponsors of SYTYCH.

	What do I get if I win?
	• The winner and runner-up of the Top Gun Division earns a cash prize, and customized SYTYCH award for each player on their team. • All division champion and runner-up teams of the SYTYCH will receive a customized SYTYCH award for each player on their team.

	What time does the tournament start?
	All SYTYCH events start at 9:00am, however the team's specific games may not start until later that day. A team representative will have to go to check-in to pick up the games schedule for the weekend.

	Are there things to do on site when you are not playing?
	Yes, we have special events that are set up and running during the down times during the weekend. Anyone can participate, so come on out and join the fun!



	Is there a fee for spectators?
	There is no fee for spectators.

	Does the SYTYCH competition provide food or hotel rooms for players?
	No. It is up to players to make arrangements themselves.

	Are there any Celebrity players on site during the event?
	We never know when a player will show up to watch the action...

	If I still have questions, whom do I contact?
	If you have been all through our website and still have questions, please feel free to contact us at dbrooks@oaklandnet.com and we will be glad to assist you!




	Faxing Entry Forms
	Fax forms to (510) 986-2650 • Be sure that all information is filled out and printed clearly. All information must be included - birth date, height, email address, home address, and phone number. Entry forms with incomplete information cannot be processed. • Please allow at least 30 minutes from the time you fax your entry to the time you call to confirm your fax. Your SYTYCH Hotline number is located on your entry form or on the official SYTYCH website, www.soyouthinkyoucanhoop.com.



	Mailing Entry Forms
	Before you seal the envelope, be sure all of your information is complete and is printed clearly. Your payment must be included inside the envelope for processing. Mailing Address: So You Think You Can Hoop c/o Hon. Desley Brooks City Hall 1 Frank Ogawa Plaza, 2^nd Floor Oakland, CA 94612 Phone: 510 238-7306

	Confirmation
	Confirmation letters will be emailed to the address included. The team captain will receive a confirmation phone call if an email address is not included. Please allow one week to receive your confirmation from the time you send in the entry form. ALL ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

	How Teams Are Divided Into Divisions
	• So You Think You Can Hoop welcomes all players, male or female, 8 years old to 88 years old. Participants must be at least 8 years or older to participate. Ages are determined as of the first day of the tournament. • All participants ages 17 and under are included in our youth divisions. This is how they are divided - the team is put in a division by the oldest player. (If all other players are younger and one is two years older, they will be put in the oldest player's age division). • All players 18 and older will be included in our adult divisions. If only one player is 18 and the rest are younger, they will be placed in the adult division. Participants in an adult division cannot be younger than 16 years old. First, teams are separated by what the team indicates on the entry form and then into divisions based on the height of the tallest player; Height Open and 6'0" and Under. Then we break divisions according to the average age of all players and the experience information provided on the entry form. • We also have a Top Gun division for those players with college experience or better. If you sign up for Top Gun, you will play other players regardless of their height or age, because it is an open division.