Spring Showdown Northern Kings

Dear Coaches,

On behalf of the Etobicoke Basketball Association, thank you to all teams for participating in our Spring Showdown tournament this past Easter weekend.

We appreciate your commitment, flexibility, and competitive spirit throughout the event. It was a strong and competitive weekend, with great energy across all divisions, and a great way to close out our 2025–2026 EBA tournament season.

A special congratulations to our division champions:

GU13 – Brampton Warriors
BU16 – Youth Elite Ballers
BU19 – Timmins Selects

We will be submitting all official scores to the OBA later this week.

We would also like to thank our convenors, volunteers, and scorekeepers for their efforts in helping deliver a smooth and well-organized tournament.

Lost Item – Timmins Selects

The Timmins Selects may have left behind a ball bag containing five basketballs in Gym C on Sunday afternoon. If any team has picked this up, please contact us so we can coordinate its return.

Upcoming Event – NSU Summer Heat

We invite all teams to participate in our upcoming NSU Summer Heat tournament:

Dates: July 3–5, 2026
Location: Six Park East, Oshawa – Multiplex Courts
Format: Four-game guarantee
Age Groups: U10 through Senior Varsity
Game Length:
*U10–U12: 14-minute halves (stop time, no equal play rules)
*U13 and older: 16-minute halves (stop time)

To register, please use the link below:
https://basketball.exposureevents.com/262055/nsu-summer-heat

Spots are limited, and we encourage teams to register early to secure their place. Based on past events, several divisions are expected to fill quickly.

Schedules, tournament updates, and all event information will be available through the North Stars United app, free to download on the Apple App Store and Google Play.

Thank you again for your support and for being part of it this season. We hope to see your team back on the court this summer.

Best regards,

John Panagiotopoulos
Etobicoke Basketball Association

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Dear Coaches,

The Sunday playoff schedule is now final and live on the Etobicoke Basketball app.

Please review the Brackets section of the app for your team’s game time and gym location. As a reminder, teams are responsible for checking the app and ensuring they know when and where they are playing.

Please note that some game times have been adjusted. These changes were made to ensure that our Etobicoke U16 and U19 teams are not scheduled to play at the same time, allowing them to support score table operations throughout the day.

Doors & Arrival
*Doors will open to the public between 8:00 AM and 8:15 AM
*Please plan your arrival accordingly to ensure a smooth start to the day

Wristband Reminder
We have had several parents mention that wristbands will be removed during showers or for other reasons. If this applies to you:
*Please bring the removed or damaged wristband with you on Sunday
*We will exchange it for a new one at the venue

We appreciate your cooperation with this, as it helps us manage admissions smoothly.

Thank you again for your flexibility and support. We look forward to a great finish to the weekend.

Best regards,

John Panagiotopoulos
Etobicoke Basketball

Dear Coaches, Players, and Families,

Welcome to the Spring Showdown, hosted by the Etobicoke Basketball Association and marking the final event of our 2025–2026 season.

We are excited to bring together all participating teams for a competitive and well-organized weekend of basketball, and we thank you for being part of it.

Tournament App & Schedule
We strongly encourage all teams to download the Etobicoke Basketball app, available for free on the Apple App Store and Google Play. The app will serve as the central hub for the weekend and provide:

*Game schedules and updates
*Scores and standings
*Team rosters (last chance to send them through to me)
*Playoff brackets
*Gym locations and directions
*Scoresheets copies

Please note that teams are responsible for checking the app regularly for updates.

Sunday Schedule & Playoffs
Sunday game times may shift slightly based on final rankings following Saturday’s games. This allows us to better manage scheduling and ensure our volunteer scorekeepers—many of whom are players from our U16 and U19 Etobicoke Thunder teams—are not scheduled to play and work at the same time.

We will do our best to keep the schedule as close as possible to what is currently posted.

Please check the app on Saturday evening to confirm your Sunday game time A final confirmation email will also be sent Saturday evening once all matchups and times are finalized

Parking & Food
Please review the attached parking information from UTM for important details regarding parking on campus this weekend. Please note that campus restaurants will be closed during the tournament weekend. Food options are available nearby, off campus, for those looking to grab meals or snacks between games

General Reminders
*Teams should arrive at least 30 minutes prior to their scheduled game time
*Games will begin on time
*Please ensure your team is prepared and at the correct court

We appreciate your cooperation and flexibility as we work to deliver a smooth and enjoyable tournament experience for all teams.

Thank you again for your participation, and we wish all teams the best of luck this weekend.

Sincerely,

John Panagiotopoulos
Etobicoke Basketball

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Addendum – Schedule Access & Uniforms

* The full schedule is available on the Etobicoke Basketball app. We strongly recommend using the app for real-time updates, results, standings, and playoff brackets.
* For those who prefer to access the schedule online without the app, please use the link below:
https://basketball.exposureevents.com/254986/spring-showdown/schedule
*The home team is listed first in the app (top of the matchup).
*Teams are asked to bring both light and dark jerseys where possible.
*If your team only has one jersey colour (light or dark), please notify us in advance so we can coordinate accordingly and avoid delays.

Thank you,

Etobicoke Basketball

Hello Coaches, Players, and Families,

Welcome to the Spring Showdown, presented by the Etobicoke Basketball Association. We look forward to hosting all teams for a competitive, organized, and enjoyable weekend of basketball. Below are the key details to help everyone prepare.

EVENT OVERVIEW
• Tournament: EBA Spring Showdown
• Location: UTM Recreation Centre
• Dates: April 4–5, 2026
• Divisions: GU13, BU16, BU19

SCHEDULE & APP
The full schedule is now live on the Etobicoke Basketball app, available as a free download on the Apple App Store and Google Play. We strongly recommend that all coaches, players, and families download the app to stay informed throughout the weekend. All schedules, results, and documents will be managed through the app. The app provides real-time access to:

• Game schedules and updates
• Venue directions and court assignments
• Live results and standings
• Digital scoresheets
• Playoff brackets and progression
• Teams must arrive at least 30 minutes prior to their first game.
• All games will begin on time.
• Teams are responsible for checking their game times and playoff schedule within the app.

TEAM INFORMATION & ROSTERS
• Please review your team profile in the app to ensure your team name, logo, and roster details are accurate.
• Each team must have two points of contact listed (name, email, and mobile number) to ensure we can reach you during the weekend if needed.
• For players, please ensure first name, last name, and jersey number are correctly entered, as this information is used to pre-populate official scoresheets.
• If there are any errors or omissions, please notify us as soon as possible.
• Scoresheets will be finalized and printed on Wednesday of next week.
• If you prefer, you may request an Excel template to submit your roster for us to upload on your behalf.

FORMAT
• Each team is guaranteed a minimum of four games.

U13 Girls Division
• Five teams will compete in a round-robin format.
• Each team will play four games.
• The top two teams will advance to the gold medal game.

BU16 and BU19 Divisions
• Teams will play two games for ranking purposes.
• Final standings will be determined for all teams.
• Playoffs will begin Saturday evening.
• Please refer to the bracket in the app for playoff game times.
• Sunday playoff game times may be adjusted to maintain schedule flow and to accommodate score table coverage.
• Please monitor the app on Saturday evening for any updates.

GAME DAY EXPECTATIONS
• Teams must bring their own warm-up basketballs.
• Teams should bring basic first-aid supplies, as only limited supplies may be available on site.
• Please ensure your team is at the correct gym (A, B, or C) and ready at your scheduled tip-off time.
• The home team is listed first or at the top of the schedule.

WARM-UP & BENCH TRANSITION
• Warm-up time between games will be limited.
• Teams must clear benches and team areas immediately following their game.
• Efficient transitions are required to keep the tournament on schedule.
• Standard OBA / FIBA rules will apply unless otherwise noted.

FACILITIES & CONDUCT
• Please respect the facility, staff, and volunteers at all times.
• No outside food or drinks are permitted inside the gymnasium.

SPECTATORS
• All spectators are expected to demonstrate positive and respectful behaviour.
• Officials’ decisions are final.
• Only players and coaches listed on the roster are permitted in the bench area.
• Spectators must remain in designated seating areas.

MEDICAL & SAFETY
• First Aid will be available on-site, accessible through the UTM staff.
• Please report any injuries immediately to tournament staff.

ADDITIONAL NOTES
• OBA tie-breaker rules will be used for ranking purposes. The document is available in the "Documents" section of Spring Showdown in the app.
• Parking information provided by UTM is available in the "Documents" section of Spring Showdown.
• Admissions: Daily rate $10, Weekend pass $15. Children 12 and under are free. Exact change is appreciated.
• Tournament contact: jaypea69@gmail.com (please limit use to coaches and managers only)

We understand that this event takes place over the Easter weekend and appreciate the commitment from all teams. Our goal is to provide a strong, competitive environment while allowing for as much flexibility as possible.

We look forward to a great weekend of basketball.

Best of luck to all teams.
EBA Tournaments

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