Last updated: 5th February 2026

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1. Organizer

The North Splash World Hoops Classic 5v5 Tournament (the “Tournament”) is organized by TNS Basketball Academy B.V., a private limited liability company incorporated under Dutch law, hereinafter referred to as the “Organizer.”

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2. Scope & Applicability

These Participation Conditions and Terms & Conditions (the “Terms”) apply to all teams and individual players registering for and/or participating in the Tournament.

By registering a team, the registering person (the “Team Captain”) confirms that they:

• Are authorized to register the team; and

• Accept these Terms on behalf of all team members.

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3. Eligibility & Team Composition

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3.1 Age Requirement

All players must be at least sixteen (16) years of age on the first day of the Tournament.

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3.2 Team Size

Teams must consist of:

• A minimum of eight (8) players; and

• A maximum of fourteen (14) players.

 

3.3 Player Responsibility

All players participate on a voluntary basis and are responsible for their own physical readiness to compete.

 

4. Registration, Deadline, Capacity & Payment

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4.1 Registration Process

• Team registration must be completed via the official Tournament website.

• Registration includes:

  • Completion of the registration form; and

  • Full payment of the participation fee.

• Registration is only considered final and binding after payment has been successfully completed.

 

4.2 Registration Deadline

• The registration deadline is April 15, 2026.

 

4.3 Capacity

• The Tournament has a maximum capacity of twelve (12) teams.

• The first eleven (11) teams to complete registration and payment will be accepted.

• One (1) team spot is reserved for a TNS-hosted team.

• The Organizer reserves the right to refuse or close registrations once capacity is reached or after the deadline.

 

4.4 Team Roster Submission

• The full and final team roster must be submitted no later than April 15, 2026.

• Changes to the roster after this date may be refused at the Organizer’s discretion.

 

5. Cancellation, Withdrawal & Refund Policy

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5.1 Cancellation by Team

• Teams may cancel their participation by written notice.

• The following refund policy applies:

  • Cancellations received on or before April 1, 2026:
    → 50% of the participation fee will be refunded

  • Cancellations received after April 1, 2026:
    → No refund will be issued

 

5.2 No-Show

• No refunds will be granted in case of:

  • No-show of the team;

  • Partial attendance;

  • Player unavailability.

This policy reflects the organizational nature of the Tournament and the costs incurred by the Organizer.

 

5.3 Cancellation by Organizer

The Organizer reserves the right to cancel, postpone, or modify the Tournament.

If the Tournament is cancelled by the Organizer:

• The participation fee will be refunded; or

• Participation in a rescheduled event may be offered.

No additional compensation shall be owed.

 

6. Tournament Format & Organization

• The Tournament is played 5v5.

• A double-elimination format applies.

• Each team will play:

  • A minimum of two (2) games; and

  • A maximum of seven (7) games.

• All games are professionally officiated.

• The Organizer may adjust:

  • Game schedules;

  • Brackets;

  • Game duration;

  • Tournament format
    if required for organizational or practical reasons.

All organizational decisions are final and binding.

 

7. Conduct & Fair Play

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7.1 Code of Conduct

Players and teams must follow:

• Instructions from referees;

• Instructions from Tournament staff;

• Official basketball rules as communicated on-site.

 

7.2 Disqualification

Unsportsmanlike conduct, aggressive behavior, or refusal to follow instructions may result in:

• Immediate disqualification of a player or team;

• Removal from the Tournament;

• No refund of participation fees.

 

8. Risk, Insurance & Liability

 

8.1 Assumption of Risk

Participation in basketball involves physical contact and inherent risks.
All players participate entirely at their own risk.

 

8.2 Insurance

• Players are responsible for arranging their own sports and health insurance.

• The Organizer does not provide individual insurance coverage.

 

8.3 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted under Dutch law:

• The Organizer is not liable for injuries, damages, losses, or theft of personal belongings;

• Liability is excluded except in cases of intent or gross negligence.

 

9. Media, Image & Promotion Rights

 

9.1 Recording

During the Tournament, photos and videos may be taken.

 

9.2 License

By participating, teams and players grant the Organizer a royalty-free, worldwide, perpetual license to use images, videos, and recordings for:

• Promotional and marketing purposes;

• Website and blog content;

• Social media;

• Event reporting and archival use.

 

9.3 No Compensation

Participants waive any right to compensation related to the use of such materials.

 

10. Force Majeure

The Organizer is not liable for failure to perform obligations due to force majeure, including but not limited to:

• Government measures

• Public health restrictions

• Extreme weather

• Venue unavailability

• Events beyond the Organizer’s reasonable control

In such cases, no refund is due unless mandatory law provides otherwise.

 

11. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed exclusively by Dutch law.

Any disputes shall be submitted to the competent court in the Netherlands.

 

12. Final Provisions & Acceptance

Participation in the Tournament implies full acceptance of these Terms.

In cases not explicitly covered by these Terms, the Organizer’s decision is final and binding.