2026 Hooplandia Hoop Forever

Dear Hooplandia Participants,

Day One of Hooplandia is in the books, and what a day it was! From clutch shots and comeback victories to unforgettable moments on every court, the competition was nonstop from start to finish. Thank you for making the opening day of Hooplandia such an incredible experience.

As we prepare for Championship Sunday, please review the important information below:

🏆 Sunday Play Begins at 9:00 AM

All teams will return for Sunday competition, and every team is guaranteed at least one playoff game regardless of its Saturday record.

Please note that some divisions will begin Sunday with additional pool play games. If your division is scheduled for Sunday pool play, those games are already reflected in the Exposure App.

Once pool play concludes, divisions will advance to the playoff bracket. All playoff games will be single elimination, with teams advancing until a champion is crowned.

Be sure to check the Exposure App regularly for the latest schedules, brackets, and game times.

Please Note:
• Teams that fail to appear for their first scheduled game will receive a forfeit.
• A first-game forfeit will result in elimination from the tournament.
• No game rescheduling requests can be accommodated.

✅ Team Check-In Opens at 8:00 AM

All teams must check in prior to their first game of the day.

• Only one player per team is required to check in at the Check-In Tent.
• If a teammate has already checked in, please communicate that to the rest of your team to help reduce wait times.

If your team will be unable to attend on Sunday, please email info@hooplandia.com with your team name, division, and scheduled game time as soon as possible.

📝 Sportsmanship & Roster Verification

If your team has not yet completed Sportsmanship & Roster Verification, please stop by the Sportsmanship & Roster Verification Tent located at Gate 9A, directly in front of the Eastern States Exposition Farmers Market.

All players must sign the Sportsmanship & Roster Verification Form before participating in playoff games.

🎁 Pick Up Your Hooplandia Swag Bag

Every team receives a Hooplandia swag bag. If you have not picked yours up yet, stop by Door 7 of the Better Living Center, located near the outdoor food vendors.

🌟 Championship Games at the Hall of Fame

Championship games for the 9U–18U divisions are tentatively scheduled to begin at 1:00PM on Sunday at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame.

Finalists will have the opportunity to compete on the legendary Court of Dreams—an unforgettable experience and a fitting stage to crown this year’s champions.

Thank you for being part of Hooplandia. We appreciate your support, sportsmanship, and passion for the game. We look forward to an exciting finish and can't wait to see who rises to the top on Championship Sunday.

Good luck to all teams!

The Hooplandia Team

Dear Hooplandia Participants,

Thank you for your enthusiasm and interest in Hooplandia! We’re thrilled to have you join us for this exciting event. As we get ready to kick off a fantastic tournament, we wanted to share some important information to ensure you have a smooth and fun-filled experience.

🅿️ Parking Information

Public Parking Entrance Gate 9: 875 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, MA 01089
Price: $10 (Free for all attendees on Friday!)
Re-Entry: Keep your parking receipt on your dash if you plan to leave and return the same day to avoid paying again.

🚘 Rideshare Information (Uber & Lyft)

If you plan to use Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare service, please have your driver drop you off and pick you up inside Gate 9 at Gate 9A near the Team Check-in tent. There is a designated rideshare drop-off and pick-up area located here for your convenience.

🏀 Hooplandia at a Glance

Friday Night Hooptacular
Get ready for the electrifying kickoff of Hooplandia, the Northeast's Ultimate 3x3 Basketball Tourney + Festival, at our Friday Night Hooptacular!

Our festivities commence on Friday, June 19, with an evening filled with thrilling skills challenges, free for all participants. From 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm, the courts will be buzzing with excitement as players showcase their skills and compete in various challenges.

More on Friday Night Hooptacular

Saturday & Sunday Tournament Play

Start Time: Tournament play kicks off at 9am both Saturday and Sunday.
Game Guarantee: Teams are guaranteed three games.
Sunday Play: All teams will make it to Sunday. Single elimination play begins Sunday morning, with 9U-18U championship games held at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame

📜 Hooplandia Rules and FAQs

Make sure you're up to date with our tournament rules and FAQs:

Rules:
• Hooplandia Rules
• Pro-Am Division Rules

FAQs: Hooplandia FAQ's

👥 Player Additions or Changes

Submit your add or change a player requests by completing the Player Add/Change Request Form and emailing it to info@hooplandia.com.

Please note:
Changes from Tuesday, June 16 through 9pm on Friday, June 19 will incur a $25 fee. No changes are allowed after 9pm on Friday, June 19. The Basketball Advisory Committee reserves the right to reject any player changes that do not align with the team's profile or bracket placement.

☁️ Rain or Shine — The Games Will Go On!

We plan to play outdoors unless weather conditions prevent us from doing so. Our facilities allow us to move courts indoors if needed. When brackets are released, each matchup will include both an outdoor court number and an indoor court assignment. This way, if we do need to shift play indoors due to weather, you’ll already know where your game will be held.

We will monitor the weather closely and notify all teams of any changes. A final decision regarding indoor or outdoor play will be made by the morning of Saturday, June 20 at the latest.

We strongly recommend packing and preparing for all weather conditions to ensure you're ready to play rain or shine!

🚫 Cooler & Outside Food/Beverage Policy

Please be advised that coolers and outside food or beverages are NOT permitted on the tournament grounds. This is for the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of all participants and spectators.

If you arrive with a cooler or outside food, security will ask you to return it to your vehicle before entering. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding.

Plenty of food and beverage options will be available onsite throughout the event.

Once again, thank you for your interest and participation in Hooplandia. We're looking forward to an amazing tournament and can't wait to see you on the courts!

Warm regards,
The Hooplandia Team

Please email info@hooplandia.com if you have any questions or need further assistance. Let’s make this tournament unforgettable!

Good Afternoon Coaches and Participants,

As we finalize preparations for Hooplandia 2026, we are asking all teams to please verify that they are registered in the correct division.

Please remember that teams must be registered based on the age of the oldest player on the roster as of September 1, 2026.

For youth divisions (6U–18U), players and teams are always permitted to play up a division; however, teams are not permitted to play down a division under any circumstances.

For adult divisions, teams may choose to play down into a younger adult division if they wish, but they are not permitted to play up into an older adult division.

If you determine that your team is currently registered in the wrong division, please email info@hooplandia.com with the following information:

• Team Name
• Current Division
• Correct Division

Our team will review your request and make any necessary adjustments.

If you have already been contacted by a member of the Hooplandia staff regarding your division placement, please disregard this message.

Schedule Update

We know everyone is eager to start planning for the weekend. Tournament schedules will be posted by the end of the day on Thursday and will be available through the Hooplandia website and tournament platform.

Additional event details, tournament information, and important logistical updates will be distributed in a separate communication prior to the event.

Thank you for your cooperation, and we look forward to seeing you June 19–21 for another great Hooplandia weekend!

Thank you,

The Hooplandia Team
info@hooplandia.com