Black Diamond Showcase "USF NEXT GEN RISE" Riverview Sonics B

Good afternoon everyone,


We’ve made some significant schedule updates this afternoon, and we strongly encourage all teams to review the changes. We do not anticipate any additional adjustments at this time; however, please double‑check again tonight at 10:00 PM to ensure you have the most accurate information. If you still have a fee outstanding, please remit that at this time. Failure to do so will result in a forfeit.

Reminder: Rosters are due today on Athlete Rated.

Steps to Submit Your Roster
1. Log in to your Coach Account
2. Open the side menu
3. Select Events
4. Scroll to find Black Diamond Showcase
5. Click the black “Submit Roster” button
6. A screen will appear showing all your rosters
7. Select the roster(s) for the team(s) registered for the event
8. Click Submit


Quick Notes:

Many teams will play back-to-back games this weekend. This allows us to move teams in and out of the gym efficiently, accommodate coaches’ requests, and ensure adequate seating for families to watch their athletes compete.

Admissions: Cash is preferred. There is an electronic ticket available that can be purchased as of today, and at the event. It has a $2.00 processing fee on top of the cost. The QR code for that is attached.

$20 Adults
$10 Kids
All teams are guaranteed at least 3 games.
Some teams may play up to 5 games, depending on bracket play results.

Important Reminders:

We do our best to stay on schedule; however, games may start up to 15 minutes early.
Please arrive at least 25 minutes before your first game to allow time for check-in.
The Athlete Rated App is required for each player to check in. If you are prepared, the process takes just a few seconds.
All rosters must be submitted through Athlete Rated. If you are experiencing issues, please refer to the previous messages and the user guide for assistance.
If you still need help, text 727-380-1261 for support.

Facility Information:

USF opens at 8:30 AM for the first games. Please park in Lots 6 or 22 to avoid parking fees. Refer to previous messages for the parking map.
SLAM will open at 10:40 AM on Saturday and 8:30 AM on Sunday for the first games.
Please respect both the university and the school facilities. Clean up after yourselves and do not enter unauthorized areas.

We look forward to hosting your teams this weekend!

Best Regards
Coach Davis

Good afternoon everyone,

The schedule is now live.

Quick Notes:

Many teams will play back-to-back games this weekend. This allows us to move teams in and out of the gym efficiently, accommodate coaches’ requests, and ensure adequate seating for families to watch their athletes compete.

Admissions:

$20 Adults
$10 Kids
All teams are guaranteed at least 3 games.
Some teams may play up to 5 games, depending on bracket play results.

Important Reminders:

We do our best to stay on schedule; however, games may start up to 15 minutes early.
Please arrive at least 25 minutes before your first game to allow time for check-in.
The Athlete Rated App is required for each player to check in. If you are prepared, the process takes just a few seconds.
All rosters must be submitted through Athlete Rated. If you are experiencing issues, please refer to the previous messages and user guide for assistance.
If you still need help, text 727-380-1261 for support.

Facility Information:

USF opens at 8:30 AM for the first games. Please park in Lots 6 or 22 to avoid parking fees. Refer to previous messages for the parking map.
SLAM will open at 10:40 AM on Saturday and 8:30 AM on Sunday for the first games.
Please respect both the university and the school facilities. Clean up after yourselves and do not enter unauthorized areas.

We look forward to hosting your teams this weekend!

Parking:
Please park in Lot 22 or Lot 6 (See attached Parking Map)

Address (Closet to location):
USF Recreation and Wellness Center
12301 USF Genshaft Dr., Tampa, FL 33620

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Admissions is cash based on site.
Concession is cash based on site.

Electronic ticketing is available starting Thursday before the event, allowing you to purchase tickets using a credit card. Simply scan the QR code and present your QR ticket at the admissions table. Please note that there is a $2.00 service charge for electronic ticketing. (THIS IS NON-REFUNDABLE)

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STANDARD HIGH SCHOOL RULES

CLOCK (TIME)
2 Running 24-minutes Halves (Varsity - Post Grad)

2 Running 20-minute Halves(5-10)

2 Running 18-minute Halves (3-4)

***CLOCK STOPS LAST 2 MIN OF THE 2ND HALF IF THE GAME IS WITHIN 10PTS

Overtime 1 minute stopping and/ or the ELAM ENDING FIRST TO SCORE 3 TOTAL POINTS (1 TimeOut - No carry-over timeouts from regulation)

Double Overtime starts as soon as the 1-minute overtime concludes and go by the ELAM ending First to score 3 total points (NO timeouts)

Half Time 2 minutes

Timeouts: 3 Total: 30-second timeouts per game

*** The ball can be advanced to the frontcourt in the last 2 minutes of either half or overtime if the Timeout is taken by the team with possession of the ball.

FOULS
Fouls PER HALF (7 team fouls 1 & 1, 10 team fouls Double Bonus)
5 Personal Fouls (6th Grade & below) 6 Personal Fouls (7th Grade & Up)
Players and Coaches are allotted 3 total technical fouls for the tournament – anyone who receives a 4th technical foul will be ineligible to participate for the remainder of the tournament. 2 technical fouls in one game will result in being thrown out for the remainder of that game.

MERCY RULES

*** 6th grade & below press rule. A team with a 30-point lead cannot press and cannot initiate defense above the half-court.

GAMES CALLED by point differential rules
*** Mercy Rule all ages/ grades - Games are called with 2 minutes in the second half if either team is losing by 20 points or more.
*** Mercy Rule all ages/ grades - Games are called with 4 minutes in the second half if either team is losing by 30 points or more..

CODE OF CONDUCT & LAW ENFORCEMENT & SECURITY (We have paid extra to have Sherriffs and or Security on site for this event to maintain decorum and safety for all players, parents, coaches refs and staff) - Coach, we are relying on you to set a good example for your players and coaches to follow. Please be mindful that referees are people making judgment calls. They may make mistakes. Coaches do have the right to ask questions and make comments. Interaction between coaches and refs should be on a cordial, professional level. Please let your fans know that at no point are they allowed to come onto the playing surface to confront referees or score table staff directly. Doing so will result in them being ejected without a refund. If a fan or coach is asked to be removed, they must do so promptly (2 minutes). If the fan or coach refuses to leave, the game will be called at that point in favor of the other team, despite the score. NO FIGHTING will be tolerated. This can result in the game being called immediately and the players involved being removed from the remainder of the event. Fighting may also result in Law Enforcement being called. Excessive trash talk or taunting will not be tolerated. Cursing and Racial slurs will not be tolerated. These things will lead to immediate technical fouls.

We are joining forces with organizations across the country to strengthen the integrity of youth sports and put an end to rampant cheating. Together, we’re committed to protecting fair play, athlete development, and the true spirit of competition.

Effective immediately, all Impress Me Basketball events will be powered by the Athlete Rated App — a platform built to promote FAIR PLAY, verified competition, and a seamless experience for players, coaches, and parents.

Every COACH and PLAYER is required to download the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and create a verified user account. The annual verification fee is $14.99 per person, valid for the full school year (September 1–August 31) and renewed each season.

Coaches must submit official team rosters through the app. These rosters will be used to confirm player eligibility and prevent cheating. By integrating this technology, we are raising the standard for youth basketball and ensuring that every game is played with integrity.

Please review the attached Coaches Guide, and and send them to you players and parents.

Many parents and guardians are completing player verifications at the start of the year. Please remind your families that after documents are uploaded and payment is completed, the final step is for the parent or guardian to check their email and submit consent.
The email comes from info@athleterated.com and asks them to confirm their agreement to provide their child’s player documents. If they do not see the email, please have them check their spam, junk, or promotions folders.
Verification can take 24–72 hours, but it is processed much faster when all documents are uploaded correctly and the consent email is completed promptly.
Additional help can be found at the AthleteRated Support Hub: supporthub.athleterated.com

Best Regards,
Athlete Rated

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The event schedule will be released on Wednesday, Feb 18, 2026, by 7:00 PM.
Please review the attached Welcome Letter, and make sure you’ve read the previous Player Verification and Coaches Verification messages that were sent out earlier. These steps ensure a smooth check‑in process and help us maintain the highest standards of fairness and organization throughout the event

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