Game Times:

Printed game times are effective through the first game for all teams. After which, each team is encouraged to check the master scoreboard for game times, cancellations, court assignments and general information. Teams are given a seven (7) minute grace period before a forfeit is enforced. Due to the effect of unexpected delays, scheduling changes, or inclement weather, each team is encouraged to keep a contact on their respective courts. If cancellation occurs due to inclement weather, act of God, or any reason causing unsafe conditions for game play, refunds will not be given. Court officials furthermore have the authority at anytime to call / end / cancel games due to unsafe conditions.

Number of Players:

A team shall consist of a minimum of three (3) and a maximum of four (4) players representing their team on their roster. A minimum of two (2) players per team must be present to start a game. A maximum of three (3) players per team can be on the court at any given time. All games must be finished with at least two (2) eligible players from each team on the court.

Captains / Adult Monitors:

Each team will need to appoint a team captain that will be responsible for all correspondence to/from your team. If team is in high school division or below, an adult monitor (age 18 or over) will need to be apointed.

Ball First:

The coin toss prior to the game will determine who gets the ball first.

Check Ball:

Before/after each scored point the ball must be ‘checked’ before game play begins. This is done by passing the ball to the other team and the other team passing it back as an example of readiness to begin game play. Once the ball is checked, it must be passed in. All ‘checks’ must be made above the free throw line. Unchecked balls will result in a change of possession after the first warning. Ball changes possession after each scored point.

Take Back:
When a shot is missed, the ball stolen or possession changed, the ball must be taken back. This means dribbling or passing to a teammate whose entire body is above the 2 point arc. The person and ball have to be above the line at the time of take back. Failure to do so will result in points NOT being awarded – and loss of possession.

Scoring:
Each basket scored inside the 2 point arc will be counted as one (1) point. Baskets made beyond the 2 point arc are counted as two (2) points. Free throws are counted as one (1) point. There is no continuation. When fouled inside the two point arc, the team is awarded one (1) free throw shot. A foul beyond the 2 point arc results in two (2) free throws being awarded. Though players cannot foul out, 10 team fouls will result in the offending team awarding the opposing team one (1) free throw per successive foul.

Dunking:
No dunking is allowed prior to, during, or after any game. On the first offense a warning will be given, and points will not be awarded, if the team scored. After warning, dunks will be treated as unsportsmanlike conduct.

Out Of Bounds:
A ball out of bounds will be ‘checked’ above the 2 point arc.

Time-Out:
Each team will be given one forty-five (45) second time out per game. In the event of overtime, each team will be given one (1) additional timeout. Unused time-outs will not carry over into overtime.

Jump Ball:
In the event of a jump ball, the ball will alternate possession. Initially it will go to the team that lost the coin toss, and alternate thereafter.

Substitutions:
Substitutions can be made during dead ball situations or time-outs.

Authorized Equipment & Apparel:
No player shall be allowed to wear a guard, cast, hard brace, or other potentially dangerous equipment on his or her elbow, hand, wrist, finger, or forearm, including equipment made of hard leather, plastic, plaster, or metal—even if the equipment is covered with soft padding. Soft braces, sleeves, and wraps will be allowed unless they pose a danger to other players. Hibachi retains the right to disallow any equipment or apparel that it judges to be dangerous or inappropriate.

Bracket Types:
Teams will be divided into tournament brackets according to its player's ages, heights, playing experience, and competition level, in accordance with the information on each team entry form. Tournament officials reserve the right to verify player entry form data. False information will be grounds for dismissal from the tournament. Each adult player is required to possess personal identification at all times during the tournament.

Length of Game - ALL DIVISIONS:
A score of 20 achieved within 20 minutes.

Boundaries:
The basket structure, padding, and structural supports will be played as out-of-bounds. The actual backboard, including its face, top, bottom, and sides, shall be considered in-bounds.

Player Injury:
It is the court referees’ discretion to determine if a player’s injury will stop play. In the case of extreme injury or loss of consciousness, a medical approval may be necessary before that player will be allowed to rejoin tournament play. Players with open wounds will be required to bandage wounds before returning to game play. Any blood-stained clothing must be changed before a player will be allowed to rejoin game play.

Adding / Changing / Dropping Players:
Player additions and changes must be done at least 24 hours prior to that team’s first scheduled game. If it is determined that an injured player will not be able to play the remainder of the tournament, a substitute player may be added to the roster only if the team would be below three (3) players. Any dropped players must be reported on the add/drop form.

False Information:
The information provided on each team’s registration forms are used to determine their division of play and for scheduling purposes. The information you provide is assumed to be true and complete. False information may lead to disqualification from tournament play.

Sportsmanship:
Overall consideration, fair play, and sportsmanship are expected. Questions on sportsmanship issues should be directed to the referee or court monitor. Each team captain/adult monitor is expected to aid in controlling their team and representing team interests in disputes. Poor sportsmanship may result in flagrant, intentional or personal fouls and, in extreme cases, disqualification of a person or team from the game or tournament.

Technical Foul:
Unsportsmanlike conduct including taunting, baiting, intimidation of a verbal or physical nature, or insults directed at anyone attending the event (including referees or players) will result in a technical foul. In extreme cases, court officials have the right to disqualify/suspend players from tournament participation. A technical foul results in one (1) free throw shot and offended team gets possession of the ball.

Intentional Foul:
This foul is generally called when a player is not making a play on the ball. At the official’s discretion, the offended team gets one (1) free throw shot and possession of the ball.

Flagrant Foul:
Any act that displays unacceptable conduct will result in a flagrant foul. This may involve violent or brute force, striking including kicking, moving, under cutting players in motion, hipping or shoving. Also includes verbal conversation that is extremely abusive or persistent. Flagrant fouls result in the disqualification of the offending player(s) and possibly the game. The offended team gets one (1) free throw and possession of the ball.

Illegal Players:
Only players listed on each team’s official Hibachi registration form and roster are eligible to play for that respective team. All changes to the roster Tournament Handbook must be made at least 24 hours in advance of that team’s first game. Unauthorized and/or unapproved players will not be allowed to compete. Ineligible players will lead to that team’s disqualification from the tournament. Before the beginning of the tournament, each player will be required to sign the Hibachi waiver and release, along with the sportsmanship pledge and compliance agreement.

Code of Conduct:
Competitive sports can bring the best emotions out of us. Hibachi encourages hard and crafty play but not while decreasing the enjoyment of all involved. This event is designed to bring the community together in the spirit of fun while promoting and encouraging a positive and competitive atmosphere. Court officials have the authority to remove any person(s) being verbally and/or physically abusive, as well as anyone disrupting the peaceful progress of game play. If overly physical play occurs, the court official may give the player(s) a warning, after that, an appropriate penalty will be issued.

All areas being utilized by Hibachi will be drug, tobacco and alcohol-free zones. Use of either or any form of these substances may result in your removal from the premises and/or disqualification from the tournament. It is expected of each player, spectator, volunteer and attendee of the tournament festivities to follow ALL the above Hibachi code of conduct guidelines.