CSMBA 3x3 Basketball Tournament Details

Gentlemen - CSMBA is pleased to host a weekend 3x3 tournament on January 16-17. The objective of the tournament is to evaluate and determine interest in this game. Here is information about 3x3 and the tournament

• this is an opportunity to try 3x3 basketball - a fast growing sport that was included in the Paris Olympics
• it is more intense than 5 on 5
  • Easier on players’ bodies with less running and pounding
  • Superior cardio workout due to the fast pace and constant movement
  • Players get more involved and have more opportunities to dribble, pass and shoot  
• we are planning for 12 teams each with maximum 5 players, minimum 4
• this is an adult tournament - players 18 or older
• guaranteed 4 games, 5 if in finals
• set for January 16/17 - Friday evening - Saturday morning/afternoon
• seeding games followed by quarter/semi finals
• teams register on RAMP similar to how teams register for regular season
• CBOA official and CSMBA scorekeeper at each game
• a short clinic will be held to cover 3x3 rules
• the break-even cost per team is $300 - covers gyms, officials, scorekeepers, prizes and administration

3x3 Rules

• 10 minute game - stop time - most games take 20-25 minutes to complete
• 15 second shot clock; official to call out 5 seconds
• Check ball after fouls and out of bounds
• Continuous play after mades shot
• No defense after made shot inside charge circle
• Shoot 2 free throws after 7th team foul
• Shoot 2 free throws and get possession of the the ball after 10 team fouls
• Fouls in act of shooting result in free throws (1's and 2's) 
• Each team gets 1 timeout (30 sec)
• Halftime break of 1 minute at first Dead Ball after 5 minutes
• 1st team to 21 wins or has lead after 10 minutes
• Coin flip for 1st possession
• Jump balls go to defense

How to register a team or as a player

• Note - players cannot register until the team captain registers the team
• Players then register once they receive the team invite email

STEP 1 - TEAM REGISTRATION

Team captain to have the following information available before you begin.

• Email and correct spelling for First and Last Name of each team member
• Your RAMP login ID and password (or be ready to create an ID if you don't have one)
• Credit card to pay for Team fee and Basketball Alberta membership fee (if you are not already a member for the current membership year)

Go to the Team & Player Registration link on our website home page

1. If you don’t have a RAMP ID, you can create one or can reset your password if needed
2. After logging in to RAMP, select Team Registration and make selections on the 4 fields on that page
3. There is only one season to choose - CSMBA 3x3 Tournament Jan 2026
4. Choose the Division you wish to register for (remember you may be moved up or down later)
5. Choose yourself as the Team Contact - your information should appear after that
6. Create a new team - you can use an existing team name if you like, but add 3x3 in the name to differentiate it.
7. Tick the box for the 3x3 Team Fee
8. The next page may ask for you to opt in for Canada Basketball communications
9. On the next page you need to provide your Team Roster players information (including yourself!) - First Name, Last Name and at least one email - you can add to your roster later but it's easier to enter all or most of them now
10. Remember that players are only permitted to play once they complete the steps below. If they play without doing so, your games may be treated as a default. 
11. The next page is the last one where you confirm team details and complete the Payment Information - credit card is recommended, otherwise you are not considered a registered team until you are fully paid
12. Hit "Submit Registration" 
13. The system will then activate your team, which will initiate the email invites to go to your team roster
14. If you need to add players later to the invite list, you can log in through the Registration site and do so - make sure to provide a valid email, followed by initiating an email to him.
15. Remember that you need to have uniforms that meet CSMBA requirements at your first game - note that we sell numbered black & white reversible uniforms that meet these requirements for $35 each

PLAYER REGISTRATION INFORMATION (start once you get the Invite email from RAMP)

1. The Player Invite email has a link to the Registration page
2. After logging in, you are taken immediately to the Register to a Team page
3. Choose yourself as a player
4. Note that some items below do not apply if you already have your 2025-26 ABA membership
5. For Choose Your Packages, select 2025-26 Membership IF you haven't already paid for this membership year through another organization or played in the Regular Season
6. Review the Waivers and electronically sign in the box using your mouse or finger (if on a device)
7. Click on the box where you indicate you are over the age of 18 (Age of Majority)
8. The Uploads page is where you provide a Photo and Government Issued ID (if not already registered)
9. Confirm Details is the next page which is where you enter credit card information to pay for your membership (if not already paid)
10. Click on Submit Registration
11. You will then receive an email confirming you are accepted by the team and your registration is complete