What is it?
SIYBO is organized by Singapore-based Touchdown Sports Pte Ltd, with the aim of promoting and fostering the spirit of sportsmanship. Through the platform of basketball, this event encourages international cultural exchange and provides a global stage for young basketball players to demonstrate their skills and tactics.
Our Mission
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Fostering International Friendships through Sports
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Promoting Youth Development in Basketball
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Creating a Platform for Cultural Exchange
Event At A Glance
What's in it for SIYBO 2024 & 2023?
Age Categories U10, U12, U14
Youth Teams from 20+ Countries
Cultural exchange Programs
Skill Development Workshops
Rules & Regulations
SIYBO follows FIBA rules.
Playing Time
U10: 8 minutes x 4 quarters.
U11: 10 minutes x 4 quarters.
U12: 10 minutes x 4 quarters.
U13: 10 minutes x 4 quarters.
U14: 10 minutes x 4 quarters.
U15: 10 minutes x 4 quarters.
Basketball Size
U10: Size 5
U11: Size 6
U12: Size 6
U13: Size 7
U14: Size 7
U15: Size 7
The timer stops during timeouts and in the last 2 minutes of the fourth quarter according to the rules. The timer runs continuously for the rest of the game. There is a 1-minute break between quarters and a 3-minute break at halftime.
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Number of Pauses
2 times in the first half and 3 times in the second half, with a maximum of 2 times in the last 2 minutes of the fourth quarter, and 1 time per tie breaker.
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Number of Fouls
Personal fouls: A player will be disqualified from the game after committing 5 personal fouls.
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Team fouls: If a team commits 4 fouls in a single quarter, the team will be in a penalty situation. From the 5th foul onwards, the opposing team will be awarded 2 free throws by the player who was fouled.
Player Eligibility
U10: Players must be born on or after 1 January 2015
U11: Players must be born on or after 1 January 2014
U12: Players must be born on or after 1 January 2013
U13: Players must be born on or after 1 January 2012
U14: Players must be born on or after 1 January 2011
U15: Players must be born on or after 1 January 2010
Player Registration
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Team lists with must be submitted online through this SIYBO 2025 Registration Form
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All players must bring their personal identification card or digital ID for verification
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Walkover for teams not present five minutes after scheduled play
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Players without digital ID or proper registration will not be be allowed to play
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Appropriate attire is mandatory
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All players must wear their designated team jerseys during the competition
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Team Managers and coaches are to ensure suspended players aren't fielded; non-compliance may result in disqualification.
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Prize Presentation​
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Each player of the awarded team will receive a medal at the prize presentation ceremony
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Medals and trophies cannot be exchanged
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All decisions are final