The anticipated Run It Back – Volume 3 tournament returns August 8–10 at the University of Winnipeg Duckworth Centre (400 Spence Street in Winnipeg), bringing together top-tier basketball talent in a high-stakes, high-energy setting.
With legends ready to reclaim their crown and new contenders eager to make a statement, the action tips off with round-robin pool play Friday and Saturday across both “Legends” and “All Time” divisions. Seeding will set the stage for intense playoff brackets on Sunday, with every matchup carrying weight under the event's signature target score ending format.
Pool Breakdown
LEGENDS
- Pool A: St. Paul's Crusaders, Dakota Lancers, Sturgeon Heights Huskies
- Pool B: Sisler Spartans, Miles Mac Buckeyes, College Jeanne-Sauvé Olympiens, The Province (Team Rural)
ALL TIME
- Pool A: Fort Richmond Centurions, Sisler Spartans (Smith), St. John's Tigers
- Pool B: Sisler Spartans (Devyn), Kildonan East Reivers, Kelvin Clippers
- Pool C: Daniel McIntyre Maroons, Garden City Gophers, Mennonite Brethren Hawks
Tournament Rules
- Target Score Ending: +9 to the leading team's score, triggered at 6:00 remaining in the 4th.
- Mercy Rule: Game ends if the lead is 30+ at end of 3rd quarter.
- Seeding: Based on record, capped point spread (+/-30), and points allowed.
- Misconduct: Ejections for abuse towards officials or players carry a 1-game playoff suspension.
The Run It Back tournament continues to set the bar for elite-level summer hoops. With top alumni talent, school pride, and regional bragging rights all on the line, only one team will run it back and take the crown.
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