Gus Macker Tournament
Name:
Gus Macker Tournament
Date:
June 5, 2021 - June 6, 2021
Event Description:
The Gus Macker Tournament is designed for basketball players who love the fun of the driveway game - male and female, from age 7-70 plus, short and tall, the most experienced or those with little or no experience who just want to play.
Teams are computer matched into male and female divisions in one of these categories; Junior, Adult or Top. The age, height and experience of all players on each team are considered in bracketing. Teams receive at least three scheduled games for each tournament. A Macker is a double-elimination tournament but with a consolation bracket historically called "The Toilet Bowl' for teams that lose the first two games.
This tournament will feature 3-3 hoops as well as a Slam Dunk and 3-point contest. 3-point challenge is $3 first try-$5 retry. $500 cash prize for the winner. The Slam Dunk Contest is free entry. $1,000 cash prize for the winner.
In addition to the economic impact of bringing thousands of players and fans into the community, the charitable aspect of the Gus Macker tournament is very important. At each tournament site, the local organizing committee donates proceeds from their event to local charities. Also, in many cities, local non-profit clubs and organizations raise funds through on-site food concession sales, special events and other on-site activities. Gus Macker estimates that since 1987, approximately $16 million has been raised for worthwhile local charities. This years proceeds will benefit the Mescalero Boys and Girls club.
Teams are computer matched into male and female divisions in one of these categories; Junior, Adult or Top. The age, height and experience of all players on each team are considered in bracketing. Teams receive at least three scheduled games for each tournament. A Macker is a double-elimination tournament but with a consolation bracket historically called "The Toilet Bowl' for teams that lose the first two games.
This tournament will feature 3-3 hoops as well as a Slam Dunk and 3-point contest. 3-point challenge is $3 first try-$5 retry. $500 cash prize for the winner. The Slam Dunk Contest is free entry. $1,000 cash prize for the winner.
In addition to the economic impact of bringing thousands of players and fans into the community, the charitable aspect of the Gus Macker tournament is very important. At each tournament site, the local organizing committee donates proceeds from their event to local charities. Also, in many cities, local non-profit clubs and organizations raise funds through on-site food concession sales, special events and other on-site activities. Gus Macker estimates that since 1987, approximately $16 million has been raised for worthwhile local charities. This years proceeds will benefit the Mescalero Boys and Girls club.
