Date
Saturday, Aug 16, 2025
12 PM - 6 PM
Location
Binghamton, NY
(Exact Location TBA)
Cost
$50 Per Team
Registration Required
Format
5 vs 5 Full Court
All Ages Welcome
Perks
Free Food, Drinks, & Jerseys for all Participants
About Minaret Basketball Cup
We’re thrilled to announce the first-ever Minaret Basketball Cup
in 2025! This exciting initiative brings together Masjid communities across New York State for a tournament centered on camaraderie, sportsmanship, and healthy competition. Exclusively for Muslim teams from NY Masjids and Islamic centers, our goal is to unite communities through the spirit of basketball, promoting teamwork and brotherhood. Join us as we build relationships and trust, strengthening Masjids to become a source of empowerment and change for Muslims.
Ready to compete? The Minaret Cup 2025 challenges Masjid teams to showcase their skills on the court, building brotherhood and unity through spirited basketball rivalry.
How It Works
Rules & Format
- Game Length: Two 10-minute running-time halves.
- Clock Stops: Only during timeouts and the final 2 minutes of the 2nd half.
- Fouls: Players are disqualified at 5 personal fouls.
- Timeouts: One timeout per half, per team.
- Overtime: 5-minute OT, then 3-minute periods until a winner is decided.
Islamic Considerations
- Prayer: A designated break will be scheduled for Asr prayer.
- Modesty: Modest athletic attire is required. Excessively tight or revealing clothing is discouraged.
- Values: Taunting, excessive celebration, and disrespect are not tolerated.
- Prohibitions: No gambling or betting. No profanity or abusive language.
Code of Conduct
- Respect for All: Treat opponents, teammates, officials, and spectators with respect.
- Fair Play: Play honestly and by the rules. No cheating or intentional harm.
- Acceptance: Respect all decisions made by referees and organizers.
- Positive Environment: Contribute to an encouraging and supportive atmosphere.
- No Aggression: Physical and verbal aggression or intimidation will not be tolerated.
- Facility Respect: Keep the venue clean and treat it with care.
- Islamic Etiquette: Uphold Islamic manners and self-control at all times.
Violations may result in penalties, disqualification, or team expulsion at the discretion of the organizers.
Misc. Info
Sponsors & Budget
This event is made possible through the generous support of our sponsors and community donors. We aim for full financial transparency.
Gym rental is free of charge.
ICNA Relief
Official Sponsor
Zakat Foundation of America
Official Sponsor
Community Support
With a generous gift of $500 from a donor.
