Winter 1-Day Competition

We are excited to announce our upcoming Winter 1-Day Basketball Competition! This event promises to be a thrilling experience for all participants, featuring teams from three different age groups: 12s, 14s, and 16s. Each team will compete in a series of matches throughout the day, culminating in exciting finals for the top two teams in each age group.

Competition Schedule Overview

  • Date: 7 July 2025
  • Location: Blacktown Leisure Center Stanhope 
  • Duration: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Court Availability: 2 courts
  • Game Duration: Running time, 2 halves of 18 minutes each
  • Awarding Ceremony: End of day

 

Key Information

  • Age Groups: 
    • 12s Boys (born 2013 or later). Must be 12 years or younger on 31 Dec 2025.
    • 14s Boys (born 2011 or later). Must be 14 years or younger on 31 Dec 2025.
    • 16s Boys (born 2009 or later). Must be 16 years or younger on 31 Dec 2025.
  • Team Composition: A team must have a minimum of 6 players to a maximum of 10 players for this competition. 
  • Format: Each team will play a minimum of 3 games against other teams in their age group, ensuring plenty of opportunities to showcase skills and teamwork. Top 2 teams in each age group advances to the Finals.
  • Match Duration: Games will be played with running time in 2 halves with 18 minutes each half, allowing for high-energy competition. 1 minute half-time break.
  • Ball Size: 12s and 14s will use size 6 and 16s will use size 7.
  • NO Zone: No Zone defence for 12s. Teams must play man-to-man throughout the game.
  • Timeouts: Teams are allowed 1 time-out (1 minute duration) per half on running time. No timeouts on the last 3 minutes of the 2nd half.
  • Substitutions: Coaches or team managers will be responsible for calling substitutions.
  • NO Overtime: If the score is even at the end of the second half (during round games and finals), a golden point will be played to determine the winner. Golden point ball possession will start with a jump ball. First team to score wins.
  • Personal Fouls & Technical Fouls: A player who has committed 5 fouls will be asked by the Bench/Scorers/Duty team to leave the game immediately.8th and subsequent team fouls per half time will incur bonus free throws (2 tries). 

  • Bench Duties: 2 parents from each team playing must participate in bench duties each game.

    • The teams playing will need to provide two (2) parents each to perform either of the following: Scoresheet or Time & Score Board

                - Scoresheet (paper)

                - Time and score board

    • Parents on the bench must inform the officials and teams playing the match of the following:

                - Timeouts and substitutions (while on running time)
                - Players with 4 and 5 Personal fouls
                - Awarding of ball possession (with the use of the arrow)

  • Competition points (applicable to the round games)

               Win = 3 points

               Loss = 1 point

    In the event of a tie in competition points, the rankings will be determined using the total points calculated as follows: Total points won – Total points loss = Total points difference. Rankings will be based on the highest total points difference.
  • Awards: Trophies/medals will be awarded to the champions in each age group during the awarding ceremony at the end of the day.

 

Schedule

Games will be held on two courts with a mix of age groups throughout the day. All teams will be present from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. A detailed schedule will be provided a couple of days before the competition, ensuring that each team knows when and where to play.

 

Registration Details

  • Cost: $600 per team 
  • Minimum Players: Each team must have at least 6 players.
  • Registration Deadline: Registration closes on 20 June 2025 or when 4 spots per age group are filled, whichever comes first.
  • Number of Teams: We are only taking 4 teams per age group. To register, please use the form below. Note that an age group will be removed from the registration when full capacity is reached. Please register early to get a confirmed spot.

 

Individual Player Registration

  • If you don't have a team but you would like to play, you can register below as an individual player.
  • Individual player registration fee is $110 (including the coach's fee).
  • The team formed from individual registrations will have 8-10 players
  • The team will be assigned a coach once formed.

 

Additional Information

  • Health & Safety: Ensure the players are fit to play 3 or more games and do not suffer from any condition that could place them and other players at risk.
  • Referees: Certified referees will officiate all games to ensure fair play.
  • Communication: All registered teams will receive the draw a couple of days prior to the event.
  • Questions: Please send an email to info@maharlikasports.com 

 

 

Team Registration Form



Waiver & Release of Liability Agreement

In consideration of being allowed to participate in the Winter 1-Day Basketball Competition (the "Event"), I, the undersigned, of legal age (18 years or over), hereby acknowledge and agree to the following:

  1. Assumption of Risk: I understand that participation in basketball involves inherent risks, including but not limited to injuries or accidents. I and all the players registered in our team voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation in the Event.

  2. Compliance with Rules: I and all the players and coaches in the team agree that our team and I will adhere to all rules and regulations set forth by the organizers of the Event. This includes but is not limited to:

    • Conducting ourselves in a sportsmanlike manner at all times.
    • Following all instructions from referees and event staff.
    • Ensuring that all players are registered and meet the eligibility requirements.

  3. Release of Liability: I, for myself and can confirm the same is true for the rest of the team, hereby release, waive, and discharge Maharlika Sports Pty Ltd, its officials, staff, volunteers, and sponsors from any and all claims, liabilities, or injuries arising from participation in the Event, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.

  4. Medical Treatment: I am aware that Maharlika Sports staff are not medically trained, but do have first-aid training. I give permission for the Event organizers to seek medical treatment for my team members in case of injury or emergency. I understand that our team will be responsible for any medical expenses incurred.

  5. Photography and Video Release: I grant permission to Maharlika Sports Pty Ltd to use any photographs, videos, or other media taken during the Event for promotional purposes.

Acknowledgment

By signing below, I and my team acknowledge that we have read, understood and agreed to this waiver and release of liability. 

Please transfer the team registration fee amount ($600) to the account details below and include the transfer confirmation number in this section.

 

Use the age group and team name in the description/reference (i.e. 12s - Bears).

 

Account Name: Maharlika Sports

BSB: 062692

Account No: 79699462

Individual Player Registration Form



Waiver & Release of Liability Agreement

In consideration of being allowed to participate in the 1-Day Basketball Competition (the "Event"), I, the undersigned, of legal age (18 years or over), hereby acknowledge and agree to the following:

  1. Assumption of Risk: I understand that participation in basketball involves inherent risks, including but not limited to injuries or accidents. I voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation in the Event.

  2. Compliance with Rules: I agree that the player being registered will adhere to all rules and regulations set forth by the organizers of the Event. This includes but is not limited to:

    • Conducting ourselves in a sportsmanlike manner at all times.
    • Following all instructions from referees and event staff.
    • Ensuring that all players are registered and meet the eligibility requirements.

  3. Release of Liability: I, for myself and can confirm the same is true for player, hereby release, waive, and discharge Maharlika Sports Pty Ltd, its officials, staff, volunteers, and sponsors from any and all claims, liabilities, or injuries arising from participation in the Event, whether caused by negligence or otherwise.

  4. Medical Treatment: I am aware that Maharlika Sports staff are not medically trained, but do have first-aid training. I give permission for the Event organizers to seek medical treatment for my team members in case of injury or emergency. I understand that I will be responsible for any medical expenses incurred.

  5. Photography and Video Release: I grant permission to Maharlika Sports Pty Ltd to use any photographs, videos, or other media taken during the Event for promotional purposes.

Acknowledgment

By signing below, I and the player acknowledge that we have read, understood and agreed to this waiver and release of liability. 

Once a team is formed, you will be asked to transfer the individual registration fee amount ($110) to the account details below.

 

Use the age group and player's name in the description/reference (i.e. 12s - John Depp) when you make the transfer.

 

Account Name: Maharlika Sports

BSB: 062692

Account No: 79699462

 

Wait for the confirmation from our team. We will get in touch soon.