Welcome to Valencia Heat

We are a group of people that organize basketball games in Valencia.

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To join our Telegram group, see places where to play in the city and more click on this link

Where do we play?

We usually meet at indoor courts (pay to use) like Polideportivo Benimaclet, Pabellón Municipal Benicalap or any other venue that’s available.

However, sometimes we meet in free public outdoor courts in different parts of the city.

How often do we play?

We usually meet on weekends, for now.

We would like to organize games during the week as well, but we have not been able to do it yet.

For how long do we play?

We usually play for 90 minutes.
- Each game is played to 11 points or 7 minutes, whichever comes first.
- The winning team continues playing. However, each team plays a maximum of 2 consecutive games and then rests.

What is the player limit?

Usually, up to 18 players (three teams of five and one sub each) but this can change if we booked a second court.

How much does it cost?

When we reserve at indoor courts (pay to use) price starts at €4, depending on each venue and the amount of time booked.

You will have to give the playing fee to the organizer - Bizum preferred. If you pay cash, don’t bring big notes, we are not a bank.

When we play in free public courts, then there is no cost (it’s free!)

How do I sign up to play?

In our Telegram group whenever we organize a new game, each member joins individually by sending a simple message showing intention to play. Then, we make a numbered list of players and a waiting list, if there is a free spot, put your name on the list. Finally head to the indicated place when the time comes.

This list is mostly to know who and how many of us will be going, so that we can also book the place for more or less time according to the amount of attendees.

Once the numbered list is published for the first time, it’s up to you to put your name on it. Please, copy the list, add your name where applicable and send it back to the group chat.

Have a look at the chat history to see how we do it.

What should I bring?

If you have any, you could bring a ball, an air pump, water and cash to pay for the reservation (if applicable).

Can I organize a game?

Any member of the group can organize a game whenever they wish.

What if I signed up for a game but cannot attend anymore?

If you sign up for a game but cannot attend anymore, you must remove your name from the list with enough time so that someone else can participate instead.

When the game has a payment fee (usually on indoor courts), if you don’t remove your name from the list and you don’t show up to play, you will receive a warning. If you receive three no-show warnings, you will be banned from the group.

Polideportivos municipales - how far in advance can I reserve?

Earliest is Tuesdays morning.

On Tuesdays you can call the polideportivo (Benimaclet, Benicalap, etc) and check the availability for the week. The reservation must be made in person at the reception.

Federated clubs and schools that use the place have priority of usage. Monday nights these institutions reserve the time slots for them. Whatever is left, would be available for us.

By joining the group you accept the rules.

The use of any type of violence, especially but not only verbal and physical, towards people is totally forbidden, even if the one you are referring to is not within the group.
Buying and/or selling any kind of products is not allowed in this group.
You must be a resident of the Valencian Community to participate in this service and/or Telegram group/channel.
Any kind of spamming towards users in this group is forbidden. Failing to comply with this rule will result in a permanent ban.
Sending pornographic material in this group is forbidden. Failing to comply with this rule will result in a permanent ban.
The group is for people of age eighteen and over only (>= 18). If you are underage, you will be banned permanently. We are not responsible for what happens to you if you do not comply with this rule.
Adding bots to the Telegram group is not allowed. Failing to comply with this rule will result in a permanent ban..
If there is a translation error in any part of the rules, the rules written in the Spanish version will always be followed. These rules are subject to change. If any, you accept the possible changes made to it.