RIMPAGE IS DIFFERENT.
Playing Rimpage Matches
What to do before, during and after your match.
The first thing to know about Rimpage is that it is different from what we’ve all come to expect from organized basketball. Usually, in organized basketball, you join a team and they give you the game schedule.
Not with Rimpage.
Our athletes are empowered to schedule their own matches, and have complete control, deciding if, when, who, and where they play their Rimpage matches.
If you want to play 10 matches a week or 10 matches a year; if you want to only play indoors or you’re ok playing outdoors at the local park; if you want to play Rimpage players or non-Rimpage players, it’s up to you.
The following are some important details to keep in mind as you compete on Rimpage's platform.
Who, when, and where you play
Who Can You Challenge?
You may play any athlete, Rimpage or non-Rimpage, male or female age 15 and up. However remember, Rimpage’s ratings system rewards you for challenging tougher competition. Most of your matches should be against players within your city. However you may, when traveling, play against players outside your city and you may play outsiders when they visit your city.
Challenging matches also bring you more respect from your peers and your matches are more entertaining and therefore more likely to be watched by fans. Don’t be that guy who challenges his grandmother to get an easy win.
Where Can You Play?
You may play on any court where the playing surface is sufficiently marked and level, the size is close to regulation (2pt line, shot boxes, etc) and the rim and backboard are in decent condition and appropriately sized. Use good judgment. Also remember your matches can be viewed by basketball fans. So strive for quality.
When Can You Play?
Play as little or as much as you want. However remember your eligibility for certain prizes and events may be determined, in part, by number of matches played or victories won. Also keep in mind everything there is to gain from competing in Rimpage depends on you playing matches. So it serves you to develop a consistent playing routine.
You may play at night as long as there is sufficient lighting to provide for a fair match. No external condition (court, rim, backboard, lighting, interfering persons or objects, etc) shall influence the outcome of the match. The idea is for skill to be the dominant contributing factor to a player’s victory.
Before The Match
Make it official! Notify Rimpage BEFORE you start your match!
Matches must be officially scheduled by notifying Rimpage beforehand, which includes submitting a form for each individual match, telling Rimpage who, when, and where you’re playing. MATCHES MUST BE SCHEDULED BEFORE THEY ARE PLAYED. First schedule it, THEN play it. The only acceptable way to schedule a Rimpage match is to use this form
Match Rescheduling/Cancellation:
Anytime you need to change or cancel a scheduled match, as soon as possible, you must:
1. Let your opponent know, and
2. Let Rimpage know
Players can agree to change or cancel a scheduled match with at least 24 hour's notice, or risk forfeiture. Matches scheduled to start the same day can be canceled by giving the opponent 1 hour’s notice. Matches scheduled to start inside of 1 hour may be canceled at any time (before the match begins) without notice.
Pre-Match Interview (optional):
Optional interviews allow players to share their thoughts before the match, adding a personal and promotional element.
During The Match
Video Record Every match!
ALL MATCHES MUST BE VIDEO RECORDED. Follow these guidelines and the checklist below to ensure your match counts for stats, rankings and ratings.
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Video must capture the beginning and the result of every shot.
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Only 1 match per video. Video must show 1 entire match. Start a new video for any subsequent matches.
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Video must be stable and of sufficient quality so as not to diminish the viewer experience.
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Use a tripod! Elevate the camera. If you place it on the floor, the viewer cannot see the court markings to tell if a shot was from behind the two pt line or in a shot box, etc.
Match Format:
The game is played to 12 points or 25 rounds, with scoring based on a variety of factors, including shot boxes that add extra points for specific types of shots. The match is won when one player reaches or exceeds 12 points first or, when both players have exhausted 25 possessions, the player who reached the highest point total first is the winner. A Rimpage match never results in a tie. There is always a winner.
Calling Fouls and Respect:
Players are responsible for calling their own fouls, with an emphasis on honor and respect. Disputes must be settled on camera, or the match may be forfeited.
Handling Incomplete Matches:
If a match can't be completed, players must either cancel, reschedule, or forfeit, with mutual agreement and proper notification required.
After The Match
Submitting Match Video:
Players must properly name and submit their match videos via Google Drive, WeTransfer, or another file transfer service.
Check Your Stats:
Look for your stats, rating, and rankings to be updated when your match video has been processed and your match result certified. Also check league leader boards and milestone and challenge progress trackers.
Opponent Rating (where available):
Players can rate their opponent's sportsmanship and performance, adding an extra layer of accountability and community feedback.
Post-Match Interview (optional):
Optional post-match interviews allow players to discuss their performance and experiences, providing content for Rimpage's media channels.
Dispute Match Result
Disputing a match that has concluded: Only the players who competed in the match can dispute the result of it. The two players have 24 hours after the conclusion of the match to inform Rimpage of their dispute. They must state exactly what they are disputing, (I.e. the result of the match, the result of a play, a particular stat, the legitimacy of a call, etc and why) next they must state the remedy they are seeking. (I.e.Do they want to correct a bad call that the result of the play may stand? Do they want to review a specific play to determine if it was correct?)
The player disputing the match must pay $50 when filing the dispute. Rimpage will then review the match to determine if the dispute is valid. If the dispute is valid the player receives his $50 back and the match result is corrected. If the dispute is deemed invalid, then the player loses his $50 and the result of the match stands.