TIP OFF TIME - Summer hoops 2008 tips off this Saturday, June 21st at Columbus Park in the heart of Chinatown with the 8th Annual Asianhoops.com 5 on 5 Friendship Cup. On the schedule for this weekend, is the highly competitive Men's AAA division, with 2007 champions, the USAB Warriors set to defend their title against some of the tri-state area's best ballers. Then on the weekend of June 28-29, the 5on5 really gets the ball rolling with 8 other divisions of play. The final count will read a total of 9 divisions of play and 48 teams hooping it up.
This weekend, June 21, it's about the BIG BOYS. Defending champions, the USAB WARRIORS always comes prepared and are led by the play of center Joe Vines and PG Nick Mui. But don't discount any of the other members of the team as many of them competed at the high school varsity/or college level. Ready to spoil the party, are the TECHNICIANS, the 2007 Men's A champions, stepping up and ready to play the role of spoiler. Captain Heng Chen is the calming factor of the team but it's center Eren Savasli that attracts all the attention. For a 6'4" big, the man has handle, can j it, and swats them away like Bill Russell. No jive here. The question is who else will step up? Will it be 44 year old legend, Mike Jung? Local team, the HYPEBEASTS, is just that. Big man Howie Chu, is a beast down low. Pair him up with Tim (put them on your back) Chin and you've got two beasts. But it'll be the play of guards, Ian Yu and Leon Chu, who may decide how far the HYPEBEASTS will go. Finally, the NY Rockits AIA, no doubt the team with the most tenure will look to use their saavy veteran play and shoot for another tournament win. The forward trio of Will Cheung, Ricky Vien and Kevin Chin will lead the way. But let's not forget about guard Chris Chin, who can drop buckets at any time.
It's definitely going to be a blockbuster of hoops this weekend. A preview of the other divisions will be posted next week.
LUCKY # 8 - 2008 in June welcomes the return of the 8th Annual Asianhoops.com 5on5 Friendship Cup. This year's event is scheduled for June 21, 28-29, 2008 and will feature seven (7) divisions of play. All games will be played outdoors at Roosevelt Park ( Houston Street) and Columbus Park in the heart of Chinatown.
Celebrating it's 8th year, the 5on5 Friendship Cup invites team of all ages and skill levels to participate with their teams, clubs, or just a bunch of friends in some friendly hoops. It's a chance to catch up with old friends to talk some hoops. And while you're in Chinatown, grab some dumplings and bubble tea. Hey, you might even want to stay for lunch or dinner.
Last year, 36 teams competed in six divisions. From the Men's AAA (elite) to the Men's B or C (those playing for fun), there's a division for every team. Will the USAB Warriors defend their Men's AAA title? Or will the Technicians repeat in the Men's A? Can the Sabres reclaim their supremacy in chinatown or will the NY Lady Crusiers continue their winning streak?
So mark your calendar, June 21, 28-29, 2008 for the 5on5 Friendship Cup. Call up some friends, ballers, or family members and we'll see you out there hooping it up.
Dates: Saturday and Sunday, June 21, 28-29, 2008 Place: Roosevelt Park (East Houston Street - between Forsyth Street and Chrystie Street) and the Columbus Park - bball courts/Mulberry St. and Worth Street Time: 8:30am - 7:30pm
Download an Entry Form (in adobe pdf format, click here to download Adobe Reader)
DEADLINE TO ENTER IS JUNE 18, 2008. BUT IT IS A FIRST COME FIRST PAID POLICY. ONCE DIVISIONS ARE FILLED UP REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE REGARDLESS IF THE DEADLINE HAS ARRIVED OR NOT.
ALL DIVISIONS ARE NOW FILLED. Thank you for your interest.
COST: $160/TEAM - YOUNG MEN 18-UNDER, BOYS JUNIOR 15-UNDER; WOMENS/GIRLS; $175/TEAM - MENS AAA. MENS A, MENS B, MEN'S B/C, MENS C,
Checks for payment wll only be accecepted if received before June 15, 2008. Checks should be made payable to: NY ROCKITS AIA and sent with the registration form to: NY Rockits AIA, 36 Market Street, #3, NYC, NY 10002.
Important:The Friendship 5on5 allows an opportunity for players of all skill levels to hoop it up. Thus, players may only play on one team during this weekend event. Any player caught playing on more than one team will be disqualified and prohibited from playing in future events.
Saturday, June 21, 2008
MEN'S AAA (limit 6-8 teams) - Our elite division, this is where the best teams from New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Boston and the east coast compete for bragging rights. This division is for those teams that want to play the best and who aren't afraid to bring it. (Very Competitive)
Saturday, June 28, 2008 (revised 6/5/08)
WOMEN'S/GIRLS Invitational (limit 6 teams) - It's always a surprise as to whether this division will have 4-5 or even 6 teams. One thing for sure - it's an opportunity for the girls/gals to hoop it up for NYC and east coast supremacy.
YOUNG MEN 18-UNDER (limit 4-6 teams) - Let's get the young uns in the mix and let them showcase their talents with boys their own age. (Cut off date: Players born before January 1, 1990 are not eligible to play this division)
MEN'S B/C (limit 6-8 teams) - For those teams that didn't get enough, it's another division perfect for those that play every so often and may have some game left. Teams getting together with some friends and those that may be a little older and just want to come out to get some exercise would be ideal for this division. (Slightly competitive)
MEN'S C (limit 6 teams) - This division is for ideally suited for players who just like to play for fun and decided to gather up a few friends and form a team and play some 5on5. Players ages can range from 17-55. This division is really for those that play once in awhile and who enjoy just hanging with the boys. (For Fun Only)
Sunday, June 29, 2008 (revised 6/5/08)
MEN'S A (limit 6-8 teams) - This division is perfect for those teams that are on the rise or those veteran laden senior teams that are more experienced and still got some game. (Competitive)
MEN'S B (limit 6-8 teams) - This division is perfect for teams or players who are somewhat competitive. If you've won the C division before or have made it to the finals, then this division is your next step up. Competitive Boys 18-under teams can also play in this division.(Somewhat competitive)
BOYS JUNIOR 15-UNDER (limit 4-6 teams) - Let's get the young uns in the mix and let them showcase their talents with boys their own age. (Cut off date: Players born before January 1, 1993) (May be combined with Boys 18-under if necessary. Organizer will notify coaches before this decision).
Note: we reserve the right to combine and/or eliminate any divisions. We also reserve the right to change/combine the dates of the tournament.
AWARDS The Champions 5on5 Friendship Cup will be awarded to 1st and 2nd place teams. (Individual awards will also be awarded to the 1st place teams in divisions of 6 or 8 teams only).
TOURNAMENT FORMAT An open draw will be utilized prior to or on the day that your team is playing to determine placing. Whether you are playing in a 6 team division or 8 team division, each team is guaranteed to play in three games throughout the day. Win two games and your team will play in the championship game.
NCAA rules apply in all games subject to the following modifications: 1. Each team is guaranteed to play in at least three (3) games. 2. The length of each game is 18 minutes per half. The first half is running time with the last 15 seconds stop time. The last two minutes of the game is stop time and clock stops on all made baskets in the last minute. The clock stops on all time outs. 3. Overtime will be as follows: 2 minutes total with the last minute=stop time on everything. 4. Each team will be entitled to three (3) time outs per game. They do not carry over into overtime. Each team is allowed one time out in the overtime period. 5. One and one situation will be in effect on the seventh (7) team foul. Two shots will be awarded on the tenth (10) team foul. 6. Each team must begin the game with five players. After fouling out, a player may not reenter the game. 7. Each player is allowed five (5) personal fouls and on the fifth foul that player will be disqualified. If a team has less than five players on the court, they can continue to play or forfeit or until the team has less than two players. 8. Flagrant fouls will be penalized with foul shots and/or ejection from the tournament. Fighting is strictly forbidden and players and/or teams may be disqualified from the league. 9. A team not ready to start their game will forfeit. Teams are required to be present (1/2 hour prior) at the designated court for their game. 10.Each team must wear uniforms with numbers (Jerseys orT-shirts) with the same color. Failure to do so will result in technical fouls for each player (2 shots per player). Possession of ball will not change. 11.All participants must present some type of photo identification that proves their age or nationality. If a protest is lodged, the burden of proof is on you to prove otherwise. Failure to do so will result in your disqualification from the game. 12.All protests must be lodged by the coach and/or team captain by notifying the Referee and Coordinator before the start of any scheduled game. 13. Players may play for more than one team so long as it is not in the same division and not in the Men's C division. 14. After the jump ball to begin the game, all ties ups will be decided by the alternate possession rule. 15. DUNKING IS NOT PERMITTED DURING WARM UP TIME. HANGING on the rim is not permitted. Teams will be assessed technical fouls for this infraction. 16. Other rules not covered above shall be decided by the tournament committee. 17.Only players of at least 50% Oriental Asian descent are eligible to participate in the tournament. The definition of a player of Oriental decent is as follows: at least one parent must be of 100% Oriental heritage. (Oriental nationalities are as follows: Chinese, Filipinos, Koreans,Vietnamese, Thai, Cambodian, Malaysian, Indonesian, and Japanese) The burden of proof is on the player. If a player's eligibility is challenged, then he/she must present documentation that is legible (questions - please email us). 18.Teams must submit protest before the start of the game to referee who in turn will notify tournament director.
PARK LOCATIONS COLUMBUS PARK BASKETBALL COURT: Mulberry Street/Worth Street
ROOSEVELT PARK (Houston Street): E. Houston Street between Chrystie Street and Forsyth Street)
Wassup !!! Asianhoops.com is once again proud to present the 8th Annual Summer Nights League. If you're a hoop fan like so many of us are - what better way to end your work day by playing some nightime hoops with your friends and co-workers. Each summer, local teams from the five boroughs come down to Chinatown's famous Columbus Park basketball courts to showcase their "GAME".
This year, the Summer Nights League will look to field four divisions of play: Men's Open, Men's Friendship, Junior Men's 18-under, and if possible a Women's division.
Last year, ten teams hooped it up with the NJ Raging Demonz capturing the coveted Championship by narrowly defeating the 2006 champs, Rockits U. in triple overtime. Will the Demonz return to defend their title? Or will someone else comeaway with the "CHIP". So send a couple of text messages and make a few calls and see about entering a team.
SUMMER NIGHTS LEAGUE INFORMATION
Dates: July 8 thru August 26, 2008 (Tuesday or Thursday Nights) Times: 6:05pm and 7:00pm game times (other times to be determined) Place: Columbus Park - Chinatown (Mulberry Street and Worth Street) (Raindates are Wednesday nights (Tuesday games) and Friday nights (Thursday games)
DEADLINE TO ENTER IS JUNE 30, 2008. BUT IT IS A FIRST COME FIRST PAID POLICY. ONCE DIVISIONS ARE FILLED UP REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE REGARDLESS IF THE DEADLINE HAS ARRIVED OR NOT.
COST: $300/TEAM - each team is guaranteed to play in a minimum of five games throughout the league
$360/TEAM - includes 11 T-shirts with the tournament logo in front and number on back.
The fastest way to register your team is to pay via credit card or paypal account. This way you don't have to worry about the mail getting lost.
1) USE YOUR CREDIT CARD OR PAYPAL ACCOUNT TO QUICKLY RESERVE YOUR SPOT IN THE TOURNAMENT (a handling charge of $10.00 will apply)
After paying, please send an email to: rockits@asianhoops.com with your team name and division chosen
2) DOWNLOAD AN ENTRY FORM AND MAIL IT WITH YOUR CHECK TO: NEW YORK ROCKITS A.I.A., 36 Market Street, #3, NYC, NY 10002
Divisions of Play Mens Open - for teams and players that are competitive.
Men's Friendship - for teams and players that are somewhat competitive.
Junior Men 18-under - strictly for those teams 18-under. (minimum of 4 teams to start, otherwise this division will be combined with the Men's Friendship)
Women's Open - this would be the first time. Can it happen? (minimum of 4 teams to start)
Tournament Format: Each team is guaranteed to play in a minimum of five games throughout the league. Playoff format will be determined depending on number of teams is each division.
Tie Break Procedures: 3 TEAM: Point differential between the teams tied to determine the best placed of the three teams. Then the two teams remaining is determined by head to head competition.
Awards: Individual trophies for 1st Place and team trophy for 2nd place
ELIGIBILITY The tournament is open to players who are at least 50% Oriental Nationality. Oriental nationalities are as follows: Chinese, Filipinos, Koreans,Vietnamese, Thai, Cambodian, Malaysian, Indonesian, and Japanese.