VH Summer Tip-Off Bloodline - B

Coaches,
We have two 6th grade spots open for Mohegan Sun in two weeks. These are the last two spots open in the tournament of 340 teams. Register today at www.verticalhoops.com.

Vertical Hoops – 60 Minute Game Rules

Ball Size: (28.5") is used for 4th–6th grade, (29.5") for 7th grade and older

It is not up to game officials to coordinate ball size compliance. It is up to the coaches playing to coordinate correct ball size prior to the start of the game with the other team coach.

Time Rules

Two (2) 16-minute halves
Clock stops on all whistles
2–4 minute warm-up period
Running clock when a team is ahead by 20+ points in 2nd half with 12 mins left
All teams must be ready to play at least 10 minutes prior to scheduled game time
Zone Defense (4th–5th Grade Only)

No zone defense in the 1st half
Zone defense is permitted in the 2nd half
Pressing Rules (4th–5th Grade Only)

No pressing in the 1st half
Pressing is allowed in the 2nd half
Press must be dropped if leading by 20+ points
Fouls

6 fouls = player disqualification
8 team fouls = 1-and-1 bonus
No double bonus (2 shots) unless in the act of shooting
Timeouts

Each team is allowed 3 full timeouts per game
Overtime

5th grade thru varsity - First team to 4 points wins. No Clock.
4th grade and below: - First team to 4 points or 2 minutes
Technical & Flagrant Fouls

2 technical fouls = ejection for the remainder of the tournament (coach or player)
Flagrant fouls follow college rules
Fighting = technical foul + removal from the remainder of the tournament
No exceptions. No arguments

Vertical Hoops Tournament – Schedule Update

The schedule for this weekend’s Vertical Hoops tournament is now live.

All teams are guaranteed a minimum of three games, unless your program specifically registered for the two-game option.
If your current schedule does not show games on Sunday, please be aware that you will still play on Sunday. Sunday matchups will be determined and updated based on Saturday’s results.
For the most accurate and up-to-date information—including schedules, game updates, messages, and venue addresses—we strongly recommend downloading the Vertical Hoops app at verticalhoops app

Please stay tuned for Thursday’s message, which will include important event details such as rules, admissions, and additional information.