Answers players, parents, and event hosts ask most.
We’ve compiled a list of the questions we get asked the most often. To jump to the section you’re most interested in, simply click on one of the links directly below.
Hot Shot Nationals is designed to operate through local qualifiers, regional stops, and a final national event. Locations and dates can vary by season.
Registration fees can vary by tournament host, location, and event scale. Final pricing can be listed on the event registration page for each stop.
Players and families should check the event calendar or registration page to find the nearest qualifier, regional stop, or national event opportunity.
The age format includes youth, school-age, and open adult divisions while keeping the contest exciting and easy to follow.The age divisions are Boys: 12 and Under, Boys: 13 - 17, Adult Men: 18 - 30, Adult Men: 31 - 100, Girls: 12 and Under, Girls: 13 - 17, Adult Women: 18 - 30, Adult Women: 31 -100. All tounaments follow the same age format.
Yes. The long-term format is built around local and regional qualification that leads to a bigger national-stage event.
Yes. Gyms, schools, tournament operators, and event partners can inquire about bringing the contest format into their facility or community.
Yes. The setup calculator page is designed to support court planning, staffing estimates, and event structure. The setup Guide helps place the shooting mats in the proper place.
The numbers within the shooting mats (circles) are the points awarded to you if you make that basket from that spot. If you make 4 baskets from the 3 point shooting mat (circle) you will be awarded 12 points. When the clock starts, you will have 1:30 (1 minute and 30 seconds) to shoot, hustle and score as many points as you can. The top shooters will advance to the championship round.
Each shooter will have 1:30 (1 minute and 30 seconds) to complete a round.
NO! Each shooter is responsible for rebounding their own shots.
The score keeper/timer may stop the clock under certain situations. If a competitors ball enters your shooting space this may result in a stoppage in play. The ball will be played as close as possible to the place on the court where the infraction occurred and the clock will restart on the score keeper’s discretion.
You should arrive at the facility at least 1 hour prior to the challenge start. This will give you a chance to do a shoot around and warm-up.
You should dress comfortably. Gym shoes, shorts and a shirt are required to participate.
Points will be awarded if you start with at least 1 foot within the shooting mat (circle). You can land outside the circle after you have released the ball. One foot must be in the circle and touching the ground prior to shooting the ball. If the score keeper has determined that your feet were both outside the circle prior to shooting you will NOT be awarded those points. The score keeper/referee decisions are final.