Rules & Gameplay

FIBA-style 3x3 rules for fair and exciting competition

Tournament Format

The R.G.M 3-on-3 Summer Hoops Classic follows FIBA-style 3x3 rules with some modifications for youth divisions. All games are half-court with pool play leading to playoff rounds.

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Half-Court Play

All games are played on half-court with one basket.

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Pool Play

Teams compete in round-robin pools with top teams advancing to playoffs.

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Single Elimination

Playoff rounds are single elimination leading to championship games.

Game Rules

Scoring

  • 1 point - Free throws and shots inside the arc
  • 2 points - Shots from behind the 3-point line (2-point arc)

Game Duration

  • Youth Divisions: First to 15 points (win by 1)
  • Men's Divisions: First to 21 points OR 15-minute time cap

Shot Clock

  • 12 seconds to attempt a shot after gaining possession
  • Shot clock enforced by referee count or visible shot clock

Possession

  • Ball must be cleared (passed/dribbled behind the arc) after defensive rebounds or steals
  • No make-it-take-it: Possession changes after made baskets

Complete Rules & Regulations

🏀 Court & Equipment

  • Games played on standard half-court with one basket
  • Standard 3x3 court dimensions (approximately 15m x 11m)
  • 2-point arc at 6.75m (approximately 22 feet)
  • Free throw line at 5.8m from basket
  • Size 7 ball for Men's divisions, Size 6 for Youth divisions

👥 Team Composition

  • 3 players on court per team at all times
  • 1 substitute allowed (maximum 4 players per team)
  • Substitutions can be made during dead ball situations
  • Teams must have minimum 2 players to start a game
  • Players must be within the age range of their registered division

⏱️ Starting the Game

  • Game begins with a coin flip or rock-paper-scissors
  • Winner chooses possession or defers to opponent
  • Ball starts at the top of the arc (check-ball)
  • Ball must be passed to a teammate to begin play

🔄 Change of Possession

  • After a made basket: Ball goes to defensive team (no make-it-take-it)
  • After defensive rebound or steal: Ball must be cleared behind the arc before attacking
  • Dead ball situations: Ball starts at top of arc with check-ball
  • Free throws: Ball is live after attempt

🚫 Fouls & Violations

  • Personal fouls: Counted per team per game
  • Team fouls: After 6 team fouls, opponents receive 2 free throws
  • Technical fouls: 1 free throw plus possession
  • Flagrant fouls: Ejection from game (discretion of referee)
  • Unsportsmanlike behavior: May result in technical foul or ejection

⏰ Time Rules

  • Shot clock: 12 seconds per possession
  • No timeouts in pool play games
  • 1 timeout per team in playoff games (30 seconds)
  • Clock does not stop except for timeouts or injuries

Sportsmanship is Mandatory

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Respect

Show respect to all players, referees, and spectators at all times.

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Fair Play

Play hard but fair. Intentional fouls and unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated.

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Communication

Disputes should be handled calmly and respectfully through team captains.

⚠️ Note: Players ejected for unsportsmanlike conduct may be disqualified from the remainder of the tournament.

Referee Authority

  • All referee decisions are final
  • Referees have authority to eject players for unsportsmanlike conduct
  • Referees may call technical fouls for excessive arguing or disrespectful behavior
  • Tournament directors have final authority on any disputes or protests
  • Protests must be filed in writing within 30 minutes of game completion

Questions About the Rules?

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