This tournament is open to any individual at least 8 years of age who can independently wheel. Prior experience playing wheelchair basketball is not required, however there will be some teams with experience. Wheelchairs will be provided for use at the event.
Teams can consist of three to five players. Only three players will be on the court at a time per team. Substitutions MAY be made throughout the game. The clock will not stop for substitutions.
Individuals interested in playing but who may not have a complete team will be placed on a scramble team.
Teams will be required to check into Tallmadge High School at 8:00 a.m. on May 14th. At 8:15 a.m. Tallmadge Wheelchair Basketball Team will do a short demo and review the rules of the tournament. The first games of the tournament will start promptly at 9:00 a.m.
All teams should consider wearing the same color t-shirt or creating a jersey that identifies them as a team.
This tournament will last one day. It will be a two game guarantee.
Games will last 15 minutes each with a running clock.
Admission for spectators will be $3 for the day. Children 2 and under are free.