End of Year Tournament 9am to 4:30pm 4v4

• Sport: Volleyball
• Format: 4v4 Sand Volleyball
• Locations: Bumpy Pickle
• Days of the week: Saturday
• Started on : Started on Saturday, December 30
• Dates: 12.30
• Times: 9:00 AM, 9:45 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 12:00 PM, 12:45 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:15 PM, 3:00 PM, 3:45 PM

Signup Deadline: Friday, December 29

**Volleyball Tournament"

**Description:**
Join us for an exhilarating tournament where the sun, sand, and intense competition come together for the ultimate beach volleyball experience! Our tournament promises a day of fun, and camaraderie Whether you're a seasoned volleyball enthusiast or a casual player, this event is designed to bring out the best in every participant.

**Rules:**

1. **Team Composition:**
- Teams consist of 4 players.
- Players can sub in and out freely during the game.

2. **Format:**
- Round-robin pool play followed by knockout rounds.
- Matches consist best 2 out of 3 sets with rally scoring in each set.

3. **Scoring:**
- Rally scoring means a team will be awarded a point regardless of who served. Teams will be playing 2 games to 21, win by 2 (cap at 25 points). If a third game is necessary the game will be played to 15, win by two (cap at 17). If the third/deciding set does not reach at least 10 points by the end of the set match runtime, then the game will not count towards the win/loss record of either team.

4. **Rotation:**
- Teams rotate clockwise after each match, ensuring fair play and diverse matchups.

5. **Time Limit:**
- Matches have a time limit (e.g., 45 minutes) to maintain the tournament's pace.

6. **Service:**
- Overhand or underhand serves are allowed.

7. **Touches:**
- A maximum of three consecutive touches per team before the ball must be sent over the net.

8. **Boundaries:**
- Players must stay within the designated court boundaries during play.

9. **Fair Play:**
- Good sportsmanship is paramount. Respect opponents, officials, and fellow participants.
- Blocks will not count as making contact, each team is entitled to a maximum of three contact to return the ball to the opponents. A player may not contact the ball two times consecutively except during or after block or at the teams first contact. Blocking does not constitute a team contact, and any player may make the first contact of the ball after the block.

10. **Weather:**
- Tournament organizers reserve the right to adjust schedules or cancel matches due to inclement weather for the safety of participants.

**Note:**
Please review the official tournament rules prior to the event. We look forward to seeing you on the sands for an unforgettable grand opening tournament!