Rostered players are strongly encouraged to attend all scheduled tournaments, as team chemistry and development depend on consistent participation. If a conflict arises, please notify coaches as early as possible.

For the initial season, we plan to participate in a limited number of local and regional tournaments to balance competition with athlete development and family schedules.

Our focus is quality experiences — not excessive travel.

Most events are within a reasonable driving distance of Florence, typically in surrounding communities across western Oregon.

Locations and details are listed on our calendar and will be confirmed as registration deadlines approach.

No overnight travel is planned for the initial season. Most tournaments will be day trips.

If future events require overnight stays, families will be notified well in advance.

Tournament organizers typically release schedules 3–7 days before the event. Once received, we will share them immediately with families.

Players should arrive at least 45–60 minutes before their first game to allow time for check-in, warm-up, and team preparation.

Players should bring:

✔ Uniform (both light and dark if provided)
✔ Basketball shoes
✔ Water bottle
✔ Snacks for between games
✔ Any required medications
✔ Positive attitude and team spirit

Tournament entry fees are typically separate from monthly training dues. Costs will be communicated in advance and divided among rostered players.

Possible expenses include:

• Travel (fuel)

• Meals

• Optional spectator fees charged by venues

Our goal is to keep participation affordable.

While we aim to provide meaningful playing opportunities for all athletes, playing time during tournaments depends on effort, attendance, game situations, and team needs.

Development remains our primary goal.

Both matter — but development comes first.

We use tournament play as a learning environment to help athletes apply skills, build confidence, and grow as teammates.

Players are supervised by coaches during games and team activities. Parents remain responsible for their children outside scheduled team times unless otherwise arranged.

Coaches will respond immediately and notify parents or guardians. Emergency procedures will be followed if necessary.

All tournament information will be communicated through the team’s primary text messaging thread

Families will receive:

✔ Schedule updates
✔ Location details
✔ Arrival times
✔ Important reminders

Players are expected to:

✔ Attend practices consistently
✔ Arrive prepared and on time
✔ Demonstrate effort and coachability
✔ Support teammates
✔ Represent Coastal Elite with sportsmanship

We ask parents to:

✔ Support all players positively
✔ Respect officials, coaches, and opponents
✔ Encourage effort over outcome
✔ Help create a positive sideline environment

Yes. As the program grows, we plan to expand tournament participation and advanced training options based on athlete readiness and family interest.

As a general FYI - if your player is on the team roster, but their birthday does meet the tournaments eligibility criteria, this will be communicated in advance for your own planning purposes.