35+ Men's League · 40+ Men's League · Tech D1 & D2
San Jose, CA
A recreational league built for men 35 and older who still love the game. Competitive enough to matter. Respectful enough to last. Limited to 7 teams — secure your spot today.
35+
Age Minimum
7
Teams Max
12
Players / Roster
6'3"
Height Limit
$1,150
Per Team
Jul 1
Tip Off
About The League
BUILT FOR THE LOVE OF THE GAME
Southbay Hoops is a 35+ recreational men's basketball league in San Jose, CA — presented by YRFH, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Wednesday nights, one court, real competition.
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Tip Off
July 1st
Wednesday Nights 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM
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Location
San Jose
San José Unified School District Gym
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Format
7 Teams
Round Robin + Playoffs & Championship
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Season
9 Weeks
6 regular season games + playoffs + finals
How It Works
FROM SIGNUP TO CHAMPIONSHIP
Register Your Team
Submit your team registration and $1,150 fee to secure your spot. Limited to 7 teams — first come, first served.
Submit Your Roster
Submit up to 12 players with jersey numbers and positions. All players must be 35+ and 6'3" or under.
Play 6 Regular Season Games
Every team plays every other team once. Wednesday nights, 3 games per night, real-time stats tracked online.
Playoffs & Championship
Top 4 teams advance to playoffs. Semifinals then Championship night — trophies and bragging rights on the line.
Team Registration
SECURE YOUR SPOT TODAY
Limited to 7 teams. Registration is first come, first served — spot is secured upon receipt of the $1,150 team fee.
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Spots Remaining
First come, first served — don't wait. Limited to 7 teams only.
Team Registration Form
Complete all fields below. After submitting, you'll receive payment instructions via email within 24 hours. Your spot is not confirmed until payment is received.
League Selection
💼 Tech League eligibility: All players must be actively employed at a tech company. Verification (LinkedIn or work email) required at check-in.
🏀 40+ League: All players must be 40 years of age or older. Valid photo ID may be requested.
Team Information
Team Captain / Contact
Roster (Optional at Registration)
💳 Payment Instructions
After submitting this form, send your $1,150 team fee via one of the methods below. Your spot is not confirmed until payment is received. Use your team name as the payment note.
All teams and players are expected to know and follow these rules. The League Commissioner's decision is final on all matters not explicitly covered.
Table of Contents
01 Eligibility
02 Team Registration & Rosters
03 Game Format & Rules
04 Scoring & Stats
05 Fouls & Violations
06 Playoffs & Tiebreakers
07 Code of Conduct
08 Forfeit Policy
09 Fees & Refunds
10 Commissioner Authority
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Eligibility
Age requirement: All players must be 35 years of age or older as of the first game of the season. Valid photo ID may be requested at any time. Strictly Enforced
Height restriction: All players must be 6'3" or under. Players over 6'3" are ineligible regardless of skill level or position.
Residency: No residency requirement. Players from anywhere may participate as long as they meet age and height requirements.
Ineligible players: Any team found using an ineligible player will forfeit that game. Repeated violations may result in team disqualification.
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Team Registration & Rosters
Roster size: Each team may register a minimum of 5 players and a maximum of 12 players.
Roster deadline: Final rosters must be submitted 48 hours before the first game. Late additions must be approved by the Commissioner.
Jersey numbers: All players must have a unique jersey number. Two players on the same team may not wear the same number.
Roster additions: Teams may add players to their roster up to Week 3 of the regular season. No additions after Week 3. Deadline
Minimum players to play: A team must have at least 4 players present to avoid forfeit. Games may begin with 4 players.
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Game Format & Rules
Game length: Two 20-minute halves with a running clock. Clock stops only in the last 2 minutes of the second half when the score is within 10 points.
Halftime:5-minute halftime break.
Overtime: If tied at the end of regulation, 3-minute overtime periods are played until a winner is determined. Sudden death in playoffs.
Game time is forfeit time: Teams have a 10-minute grace period from scheduled tip-off. After 10 minutes without 4 players, the game is a forfeit.
Ball: Official NBA size ball (Size 7) provided by the league. Teams may not use their own ball without referee approval.
NBA rules apply unless otherwise specified in this rulebook. Referees have final say on all calls.
Timeouts: Each team receives 2 timeouts per half. Unused timeouts do not carry over. Each team receives 1 timeout in overtime.
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Scoring & Stats
Real-time stats: A scorekeeper tracks all stats live. Stats are published to the league website after each game night.
Stats tracked: Points, Rebounds, Assists, Steals, Blocks, and Turnovers per player per game.
Standings points:2 points for a win, 1 point for an overtime loss, 0 points for a regulation loss.
Stat disputes: Disputes must be raised with the scorekeeper before leaving the gym. No retroactive stat corrections after the following game day. Time Limit
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Fouls & Violations
Personal fouls: Players foul out upon committing 6 personal fouls.
Team fouls: Bonus free throws begin on the 7th team foul per half (1-and-1). Double bonus (2 shots) begins on the 10th team foul.
Technical fouls: Issued for unsportsmanlike conduct, arguing with referees, or excessive complaining. 2 technical fouls = automatic ejection.Zero Tolerance
Flagrant fouls: Excessive or dangerous contact results in immediate ejection and possible suspension pending Commissioner review.
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Playoffs & Tiebreakers
Playoff format: Top 4 teams after the regular season advance to playoffs. Semifinals (1v4, 2v3) then Championship.
Seeding tiebreaker order: (1) Head-to-head record, (2) Point differential in head-to-head games, (3) Overall point differential (max +/- 20 per game), (4) Points scored, (5) Coin flip.
Playoff overtime: Sudden death — first team to score wins. No time limit.
All players eligible: Players must have appeared in at least 2 regular season games to be eligible for playoff rosters.
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Code of Conduct
Respect: All players, coaches, referees, scorekeepers, and spectators must be treated with respect at all times. This is non-negotiable.
Fighting: Any player involved in a physical altercation is immediately and permanently suspended for the remainder of the season. No exceptions. Zero Tolerance
Harassment: Verbal abuse, threats, racist, sexist, or otherwise offensive language toward anyone is grounds for immediate suspension or permanent ban.
Referee disputes: Referees' calls are final. Respectful questions are allowed. Arguing, cursing at, or intimidating referees results in a technical foul.
Alcohol & substances: No alcohol or illegal substances on gym premises. Violations result in immediate removal from the facility.
Facility respect: Players are responsible for keeping the gym clean. All trash must be disposed of properly. Damage to the facility may result in team liability.
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Forfeit Policy
Forfeit score: A forfeited game is recorded as a 20-0 loss for the forfeiting team.
Notice required: Teams must notify the Commissioner at least 24 hours in advance if they cannot field a team. Failure to notify may result in a fine or penalty.
2 forfeits: A team that forfeits 2 or more games without notice may be removed from the league without refund.
Reschedules: Rescheduled games are at the Commissioner's discretion and subject to gym availability. No reschedules are guaranteed.
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Fees & Refunds
Team fee: $1,150 per team, due upon registration to confirm your spot.
Refund policy: Full refund if the league is cancelled before the first game. No refunds after the season begins. No Exceptions
Withdrawal before season: Teams withdrawing before the roster deadline may receive a partial refund (50%) at the Commissioner's discretion.
Suspended teams: Teams disqualified for conduct violations forfeit their team fee entirely.
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Commissioner Authority
Final authority: The League Commissioner has final authority on all matters including rule interpretations, suspensions, eligibility disputes, and scheduling.
Rule amendments: Rules may be amended at any time with 48 hours notice to all teams.
Appeals: Teams may appeal Commissioner decisions in writing within 48 hours. Appeals are reviewed by the YRFH Board and are final.
Presented by: Southbay Hoops is presented by YRFH, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 86-1229572).
Season Schedule
SUMMER 2026 SCHEDULE
Live schedule, standings, scores, and player stats are all available on the Southbay Hoops stat app.
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VIEW LIVE SCHEDULE & STATS
The full schedule, real-time scores, standings, and player stats live on the Southbay Hoops stat tracker app. Updated live every game night.
Season At a Glance
July 1 — Tip Off / Week 1
First games of the season. 3 games, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Weeks 2–7 — Regular Season
Round robin play. Every team plays every other team once. Wednesday nights.
Week 8 — Semifinals
Top 4 teams advance. 1 seed vs 4 seed, 2 seed vs 3 seed.
Week 9 — Championship Night
Championship game + consolation game. Trophies awarded.
Get In Touch
CONTACT US
Questions about registration, rules, or the league? Reach out — we typically respond within 24 hours.
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Email
signup@YRFH.org
Best for registration questions
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Phone / Text
(408) 758-2533
Mon–Fri, 9 AM – 7 PM
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Location
San Jose, CA
San José Unified School District Gym Address provided upon registration
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Organization
YRFH
501(c)(3) Nonprofit · EIN: 86-1229572
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I secure my team's spot? ▼
Submit the registration form on the Register page and send your $1,150 team fee via Venmo, Zelle, or check. Your spot is confirmed once payment is received. Spots are first come, first served.
Can I add players after registering? ▼
Yes — you can add players to your roster up through Week 3 of the regular season. All players must meet the age (35+) and height (6'3" and under) requirements. Contact us to add players.
What happens if we can't make a game? ▼
Notify the Commissioner at least 24 hours in advance. The game will be recorded as a forfeit (20-0). Two or more unannounced forfeits may result in removal from the league without refund.
Are there referees for every game? ▼
Yes — every game has 2 certified referees and a dedicated scorekeeper tracking real-time stats. Stats are published to the league website after each game night.
Can I get a refund if we withdraw? ▼
Full refund if the league is cancelled before it starts. Teams withdrawing before the roster deadline may receive a 50% refund at the Commissioner's discretion. No refunds after the season begins.
Where can I see standings and stats? ▼
Real-time standings and player stats are tracked via the Southbay Hoops stat app — a dedicated player portal with live game tracking, standings, schedules, and per-player statistics.