2019 ABCNA National Championships – Tri-Valley, CA
Tournament Details
Location: Tri-Valley, CA
Tournament Date: June 21 – June 23, 2019
The 2019 ABCNA National Championships will be held June 21-23, 2019 in Tri-Valley, CA. The Nationals was held here back in 2016, and we expect the same great level of competition. With the numerous options for shopping, tourism, food, and recreational activities in the Bay Area, this will be a weekend you won’t want to miss. Come and be a part of something amazing!
Format
All teams will play at least 2-3 pool play games on Friday evening/Saturday. Following pool play, all teams will advance to the Single elimination Round on Saturday/Sunday. All games will be officiated by highly qualified certified officials, and will have paid independent scorekeepers. As you know, we go above and beyond to bring you the very best officials we can find. We have NBA, WNBA, D-League, NCAA Final Four, FIBA, and numerous collegiate officials in our cadre.
Registration
Entry Fee
$400 USD per team
Regular Registration Deadline
June 1, 2019 or until all spots have been filled.
Payment
Checks in USD funds
Payable to: “Philadelphia Fastball, Inc.”
Mailing Address:
Mike Mon
3 Karen Drive
Cherry Hill, NJ 08003
Hotel Accommodations
Tournament Hotel
AC Hotel by Marriott, Pleasanton, CA. When we hit the Bay Area in June, this will be Marriott’s newest property in the world. Situated near many shopping and dining options, and with easy access to the playing sites, this is the place to be during tournament weekend. The BART station is also located less than a block away, if you want to take an easy trip into downtown San Francisco or Oakland. We have negotiated an unheard of $109/night rate for the AC Marriott.
AC Hotel by Marriott (formerly the Sheraton)
5990 Stoneridge Mall Road
Pleasanton, California 94588
Rate info: $109 per night plus tax
Transportation
Airports
Oakland airport (code OAK) is the closest airport. San Francisco (code SFO) may have more flights and cheaper options. If you are not renting a car at the airport, you can take the BART directly to the steps of the AC Hotel in Pleasanton.
Airline/Car Rental Discount Codes
Coming soon.
Divisions of Play
Men’s Premier: The Best of the best in Asian basketball. This is our highest rated division.
Men’s Select: Highly competitive, but one notch down from the Premier level.
Men’s Open: For all Asian teams, from Rec to lower level teams.
Women’s Premier: This is where the top teams in the country compete.
Women’s Open: Ideal for lower level, younger, or more experienced “veteran” teams.
Boys 16/Under: Birth year 2002 or later.
Boys 14/Under: Birth year 2004 or later.
Boys 12/Under: Birth year 2006 or later.
Boys 10/Under: Birth year 2008 or later.
Girls 12/Under: Birth year 2006 or later.
ABCNA Eligibility
Eligibility
Standard ABCNA eligibility rules regarding player participation.
Rules
Standard modified NCAA Men’s rules in all divisions.
Schedule
Thursday June 20, 2019
7:00PM – 9:00PM – ABCNA Pro Scouting Combine. Livermore Recreation Center.
Thursday June 21, 2019
9:30PM – 2:00AM – ABCNA Welcome Party – Location TBD.
Friday June 21, 2019
6:00AM – 10:00PM – Start of Round Robin Pool Play – Foothill High School, Livermore Recreation Center.
Saturday June 22, 2019
8:00AM – 6:00PM – Conclusion of Pool Play and start of Single Elimination Playoff Round. – Foothill High School, Las Positas College, Livermore Recreation Center.
Saturday June 22, 2019
7:00PM – 10:00PM – ABCNA Social Activity (Food Provided)
Sunday June 23, 2019
8:00AM – 5:00PM – Conclusion on Single Elimination Playoffs, Championship Sunday. Foothill High School, Las Positas College.