We have decided to delay this competition.
We are looking for teams expressions of interest. 3×3 is a great way to play the game. Limited running and always in the action. Lots of scoring options and fast action.
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Played on one third of a court with 2 x 12 minute halves. 4 players per team with 3 players and 1 sub.
A coin flip shall determine which team gets the first possession.
12 sec shot clock per possession (referees discretion)
Scoring:
Every shot from inside the 3pt arc (1-point field goal area) shall be awarded 1 point.
Every shot from behind the 3 pt arc (2-point field goal area) shall be awarded 2 points.
Every successful free throw shall be awarded 1 point.
Possession:
If the offensive player rebounds the ball, he may continue to attempt to score without returning the ball behind the arc.
If the defensive player rebounds the ball, he must return the ball behind the arc (by passing or dribbling).
After a successful last free throw, the next offensive team is in possession of the ball.
After an unsuccessful last free throw and the ball continues to be live, the ball touches or is touched by any player on the playing court.
If the defensive team steals or blocks the ball, it must return the ball behind the arc (by passing or dribbling).
A player is considered to be “behind the arc” when both of their feet are outside the 3pt arc line.
In the event of a jump ball situation, the game shall be resumed with a check-ball for the last defensive team. The shot clock shall be reset to 12 seconds
Stalling or failing to play actively (i.e. not attempting to score) shall be a violation.
An offensive player, after the ball has been cleared, shall not dribble inside the arc with his back or side to the basket for more than 3 consecutive seconds.
If the score is tied at the end of regular playing time, an overtime shall be played. There shall be an interval of 1 minute before the overtime starts. The first team to score 2 points in the overtime wins the game.