DAYTIME EVENT

The Richmond Midnight Basketball League will provide a safe place for youth, from both urban and suburban communities, to bang the boards, hit the hardwood and dazzle the public while displaying their skills. Basketball is the “hook” used to help promote positive attitudes and behaviors on and off the court. The players are not just limited to the basketball courts. They will participate in life-skill workshops facilitated by professional athletes that are members and friends of the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation, USA.

The athletic center of St. Christopher’s School (711 St. Christopher’s Street, Richmond, Virginia 23226) where youth will compete to be champions of their court. Community involvement is essential and we encourage the public to come support tomorrow’s leaders today.

A concession stand will be available.

Divisions

There are four age groups:

Pee-Wees	Ages 8-9
Midgets	Ages 10-11
Juniors	Ages 12-14
Seniors	Ages 15-17

Basketball Fundamentals

Youth of all ages, with little or no experience, can learn basic basketball fundamentals with Jerome "Gerald" Henderson. He was a shooting guard who had a 13-year career in the NBA from 1979 until 1992. He played for the Boston Celtics, Seattle SuperSonics, New York Knicks, Philadelphia 76ers, Milwaukee Bucks, Detroit Pistons, and Houston Rockets. Don’t want to compete…learn the 5-Spot Drill basic basketball fundamentals currently used by Richmond Midnight Basketball League and developed Dean “the Dream” Meminger.

Track and Field

Track and field athletes, we have something for you too. Edwin Moses, 1976 and 1984 Olympic gold medalist in the 400-meter hurdles, will provide a workshop for youth and track and field tips. Moses, won 107 consecutive finals (122 consecutive races) and set the world record in his event four times. Register now and join him on the track. Limited space is available.

Tournament Format

Participants will be assigned to a team by RMBL coaches/court monitors.  Four teams will be assigned to play on one court, with the goal to become champions of the court. The tournament will be double elimination with the exception of the championship game (single elimination). Players will be assigned and bracketed to a court based on the information provided on their completed registration form. The teams will be made up of individuals from urban and suburban communities of similar age, height, and playing experience.

Entry Fees

The entry fee is $30 per participant.  Registration will be accepted on-line and at the RMBL headquarters located at 208 E. Clay Street, Suite C, Richmond, Virginia 23219.

Please note:  Registration will close on Thursday, September 20, 2008 at 9:00am or when registration reaches maximum capacity (200). There will be no refunds or transfers of entries. 

T-Shirts

T-shirts can be purchased on-line for $15. Athletes will be available to sign purchased t-shirts during the event.

Tournament Rules

Tournament rules are available online and will be posted at each court. Once registered, a signed waiver form for each participant must be printed and brought to team check-in on Saturday, September 20th by 9:30am.

Volunteers

Volunteers are always needed and appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering to be a coach, court monitor, time/scorekeeper, registration clerk, or on the ready relief team contact the RMBL office at (804) 782-0700.

VCU Health Systems

Volunteers from VCU Health System will be providing medical coverage during the basketball event.

Spectators

General admission is free to the public.

EVENING EVENT - 7pm - 11pm
(21 years and older)

Professional athletes and our community will gather at the Science Museum of Virginia (2500 West Broad, 23220) for an amazing evening of great food by Sharper Palate, and music by Midnight Movers. There will also be a silent auction. Tickets are available on-line. Please join us in the fight to reclaim our young people and make a difference in our communities for $100 per person.

If you have any questions about the Urban/Suburban Basketball Tournament or the gathering at the Science Museum of Viringia, email Janet Campbell or call her at 804-782-0700.