Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

  • What is City Basketball?

    City Basketball 2010 is a half-court, 3 v 3 basketball tournament, in the heart of the city, spread over 3 days.

    The aim is to raise money for XLP a London based youth charity.

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  • When and where is it taking place?

    City Basketball is taking place from August 2nd to August 4th 2010, in the Broadgate Circle

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  • How much is it to enter?

    Each team is expected to raise £1200.

    To make it easier to collect the money, why not consider setting up a Just Giving account. It's free to set up and you can select XLP as the charity to receive the money directly.

    Download sponsor forms Word Pdf

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  • Who can enter?

    Currently, entry is by invitation only.

    Teams will consist of up to five members (male only)

    If you would like to register your interest to take part then please email: info@citybasketball.co.uk.

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  • What is the format of the matches?

    There will be eight mini-leagues, each with three teams. Each team will play all others in their league. The top two teams from each league will then enter the knockout stages. Download (pdf) Tournament Diagram for details.

    Each match is 7 minutes in duration.

    At any one time 3 members of a team are on court.

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  • What will the court be like?

    The court surface will consist of a hard rubber matting.

    In case of rain, the court will be covered.

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  • Are there any changing facilities?

    Fitness First - Broadgate has kindly agreed to let us use their changing facilities.

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  • What do I wear?

    Shorts, t-shirts and trainers. Simple.

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  • Who else is taking part?

    You can see who else is taking part by viewing the Team Page

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  • Who is XLP?

    XLP has been serving young people in inner-city London since 1996, through schools, community and arts projects, and is now at the cutting edge of urban youth work.

    XLP's grass roots approach to working in London's communities means that thousands of young people are now accessing dynamic long term projects, on their turf.

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  • Will we get a chance to practice before the games.?

    We are aiming to provide extra hoops so you can have a pre match practice

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  • What do the winners get?

    The winners will receive a trophy and individual medals.

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