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ESDAA Division II Boys and Girls Basketball Tournament
ESDAA Division II Boys and Girls Basketball Tournament
When: Friday, February 13th to Sunday, February 15, 2026
Where: Rhode Island School for the Deaf
Additional Information: E-Program Book
Boys Teams Pre-Seeds:
Boys Teams Pre-Seeds:
Rhode Island (Providence, RI - Roosters)
St. Mary (Buffalo, NY - Bisons)
Virginia (Staunton, VA - Defenders)
Marie H. Katzenbach (Trenton, NJ - Colts)
Delaware (Newark, DE - Blue Hawks)
New York State (Rome, NY - Trojans)
Marie Philip and Walden (Framingham, MA - Galloping Ghosts)
Horace Mann (Charlestown, MA - Cougars)
Girls Teams Pre-Seeds:
Girls Teams Pre-Seeds:
Delaware (Newark, DE - Blue Hawks)
Rhode Island (Providence, RI - Roosters)
Marie H. Katzenbach (Trenton, NJ - Colts)
St. Mary (Buffalo, NY - Bisons)
Virginia (Staunton, VA - Defenders)
West Virginia (Romney, WV - Bears)
Team Personnel Limits:
Team Personnel Limits:
Each team is permitted a maximum of 10 players, 1 manager, 2 coaches, and 1 additional staff member as needed.
Uniforms:
Uniforms:
The better-seeded team will wear white uniforms unless an alternative color is agreed upon verbally by both head coaches prior to the game. T-shirts or other undergarments worn under the uniform must be white, black, or match the team’s primary uniform color. All players on a team must wear matching uniforms and undergarments.
Medical Coverage:
Medical Coverage:
Teams are responsible for ensuring player availability if evaluation or treatment is required by the athletic trainer or other medical professional. Note: Each school is responsible for bringing their own first aid and taping materials.
Nearby Emergency Care Facility:
📍 Hasbro's Children's Hospital
593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903
Nearby Urgent Care Facility:
290 Branch Ave, Providence, RI 02904
Game Information
Game Information
Playing Time: Four (4) 8-minute quarters. Halftime will be 10 minutes.
Shot Clock: 35 seconds, in accordance with ESDAA bylaws.
Time-Outs: Each team is allotted four (4) full time-outs (1 minute each) and two (2) 30-second time-outs per game.
Bonus: Team bonus begins on the 7th team foul. Double bonus begins on the 10th team foul. Team fouls reset at halftime.
Free Throws: Players lined up along the lane may enter the lane once the ball contacts the rim.
Mouth Guards: Strongly recommended per NFHS guidelines. Mouth guards are especially recommended for players with braces.
ESDAA Boys and Girls Basketball Mercy Rule
ESDAA Boys and Girls Basketball Mercy Rule
Rule: Beginning at the start of the second half, if a team leads by 35 points or more, the game clock will run continuously. The clock will only stop for shooting fouls and time-outs. Once the mercy rule is in effect, the clock will not stop, even if the lead falls below 35 points during the remainder of the game.
Approval: Adopted by the ESDAA Athletic Directors on 11/16 and effective starting with the 2018 season.
Athletic Trainers
Athletic Trainers
Certified athletic trainers will be available on-site throughout the tournament. Schools are encouraged to make use of these services to help ensure athlete safety and optimal performance. Below are the names, photos, and scheduled on-site dates and times for each athletic trainer.
Student Guidelines
Student Guidelines
Drugs and Alcohol: The possession or use of drugs or alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited on the RISD campus. Any violation of this policy will result in immediate expulsion from the tournament and may require the student to be sent home.
Property Damage: Any deliberate damage to or destruction of RISD or hotel property will result in expulsion from the tournament and may require the student to be sent home. Full payment for damages must be made prior to departure from campus.
Conduct and Behavior: Any misconduct observed by RISD staff will be reported to the student’s coach. Students are expected to demonstrate cooperation and respect toward all adults who are assisting or correcting behavior.
Smoking: Smoking or the use of tobacco or vaping products is not permitted anywhere on the RISD campus.
Identification Badges: Identification badges must be worn during meal times in the cafeteria in order to receive meals. Badges should be visible at all times while on the RISD campus and are required for admission to all games.
Campus Supervision: Participants may not leave the RISD campus at any time without direct supervision from their coach.
Valuables: All valuables should be kept with the team coach. RISD is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items.
Fire Safety: In the event of a fire alarm, immediately exit the building using the nearest available exit and follow staff instructions.
Additional Information
Additional Information
Water: Please bring your own water bottles. Water jugs will be available in the gym for refilling purposes.
Locker Rooms: Locker rooms will be available for team use; however, teams will not be assigned specific lockers. Locker rooms will remain locked at all times. RISD is not responsible for lost, stolen, or unsecured personal items.
For any questions or concerns, please contact Leonardo Gutierrez at: lgutierrez@rideaf.net or by videophone: 401-859-3565
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