Rules and Regulations

- First team to 15 points OR whoever is in the lead when the time is up wins, whichever one comes first.

- All games are timed simply to ensure a quality and efficient tournament, overtime is only enforced in playoffs. If overtime is permitted, the next team to score wins.

 - All possessions start with a check up at the top of the key.

- There are no free throws! If a player gets fouled, the possession will start at the top of the key with a check-up. If a player gets fouled and makes the basket (AND-1) then they will simply be awarded the basket, 1 extra point, and the possession will go to the other team with a check-up at the top of the key.

- Each player is allowed 4 fouls per game, if a player reaches 4 fouls, they are to be subbed out or the team must continue the remainder of the game without the 3rd player.

- All shots from beyond the arc will be 2 points, all shots inside the arc will be 1 point. (1's and 2's) There are NO makers, Teams must always be making an effort to score. There is NO 3 seconds in the paint.

 - There is NO excessive arguing allowed, you may engage in a polite conversation with the refs to clear up any misunderstandings; however any and all aggressive behavior or threats towards anyone during the tournament will not be tolerated and will result in the disqualification of the player/team depending on the situation. 

-  All teams are allowed up to 5 players MAX per team, substitutions are allowed to be made anytime there is a dead ball/ the ball is not in play.

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                               Winning team receives:

- $777 Cash Prize

- Exclusive "Shamrock Classic Champions" T-Shirts

- Photo on the front page of our website and social media!

- Crowned the Kings of Backyard Basketball