Streets Charity Basketball Tournament
About the Founder
Jacob Tatom was born in Aurora, Colorado and for many years, Jacob was a four-sport athlete who played basketball, football, lacrosse, and Taekwondo.
In 2018, Jacob moved across the country to Maine where he started his journey.
After high school, Jacob majored in Nutrition to fulfill his dreams of becoming a health coach and a personal trainer. Currently as a motivational speaker, Jacob strives to help people succeed in any way he can which is why he started Streets in the first place to create a positive and long-lasting impact that will inspire many through the art of Basketball.
Background on Streets
Streets was founded in July of 2022 at the outdoor Windham basketball courts. Streets earned its name for the beginning of every hooper's journey where worn Jordans meet the cracked pavement and memories are made through pickup games from aggressive and fun play. Streets also aims to build and renovate courts to give kids an escape from a troubled home life and a chance and space to achieve their dreams. Tournaments vary upon season and location; however, with the same aim to bring the community together through the art of basketball to create a lasting impact on helping people in need.
Info:
Location and where to pay:
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Memorial Park Basketball Courts Old Orchard Beach
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Venmo: @ballforunity to donate today or visit our GoFundMe page...
When?:
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August 4, 2024 starting at 12pm
Details:
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$150 per team
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16-team bracket
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Double Elimination
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3v3 format
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Teams of 3-5 players
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Winning team receives up to $1,500 to the charity of their choice along with up to $600 cash prize
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Second place receives up to $500 to the charity of their choice and up to $300 cash prize
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Ages 16+
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All Star Contest during intermission
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Raffles, Prizes, Awards announced every hour
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Interviews
Rules:
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Matchups will be determined by a random draw
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Change of possession every score
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A flip of a coin will determine who receives ball first
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Refs will be available to make calls when necessary
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Foul rules are the same as the NBA; if it is a shooting foul then free throws will be had and teams are in bonus after 5 fouls. Maintain or change of possession will occur if just a regular foul
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Each game is 12 minutes long, running clock with the tournament being a double elimination style. Clock stops under two minutes.
What's the process?
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Love Charity and Basketball
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Complete the registration form
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Compete to win for charity
Ready to play?