Please read and understand the following rules. Each coach is responsible for his/her players and others with the team, to know the rules and follow them.

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Team:

1. Each team is guaranteed a minimum of either three or five games.
2. Game time is Forfeit Time.  No Exceptions.  Teams are expected on the floor at the designated time. Teams must have five players and a coach to begin a game.
3. Teams must have matching jerseys with a number displayed on the back.
4. All players must have their last name and number listed (printed) on the score sheet prior to the start of the game. No names may be added after the game has started. Team scorebooks may be used.
5. Coaches are accountable for all ages of the players listed on the score sheet. If a question should arise and the proof is not available, the game will be played but will be a forfeit. Player may not be able to play if in violation.
6. Teams are responsible for any damages to the facilities and equipment that are caused by them. Any damages to the facilities and/or equipment, or misconduct deemed inappropriate by the Event Director will result in ejection from the event.  There will be absolutely no refunds or awards given to any team ejected.
7. Coaches and teams are expected to check in at least 30 minutes before their first scheduled game. Coaches are advised to check the master schedule and compare to the schedule you have before your first game.

 Games:  

1. MHSAA HIGH SCHOOL RULES – Will apply except for the following:

All games will be Twenty (20) minute running halves with the clock stopping the last two (2) minutes of each half.  The clock will not stop in the second half if a twenty-five points or greater margin exists. Teams will be given two (2) thirty (30) second time-outs per half. Time-outs cannot be carried over at any time. Teams will be given a maximum of two (2) minutes for half time. First team listed is the guest team.  

Any team leading by twenty (20) points will not be allowed to press. This includes half court traps as well as full court presses. Teams will be warned once and if they are continuing to press they will be given a technical foul. 

Overtime:  A two (2) minute running clock with the clock stopping for only the last thirty (30) seconds will make up the first overtime period. If a second overtime is needed, it will be sudden death overtime (first team to score in any manner wins).

 General:  

1. By accepting admission into this event, each and every participant accepts responsibility for all injuries and indemnifies the host, event workers, host facilities and all others who have put this event on for your pleasure. 
2. The event Director reserves the right of final decision pertaining to any action committed by a player, coach or fan.  The Director also reserves the right to change/modify any of the rules above. This will be done in the best interest of the players not the coach or fans.
3. POOR SPORTSMANSHIP WILL NOT BE TOLERATED!  This is a friendship tournament and we expect COACHES, PLAYERS and FANS to be on their best behavior. Violators will be asked to leave the facilities.
4. Individual medals will be given at youth basketball and volleyball event for age bracket and/or pool winners.

Hangtime Sports hosts basketball tournaments under the direction of Steve Albertson and Marc Sroufe.