Arrows and Baker joining forces with the Bridge Street Fire

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13
Name
Arrows
Position
Forward-Center
Member Status
Lifetime
Height
6-2
Weight
195
Current Team
Fire
Past Teams
Nets
Leagues
2nd Ward Division, the GR3G league
Seasons
Year 4: 2023-24, Year 5: 2024-25, Year 6: 2025-26
Age
34
Baker photo 2023
#
22
Name
Baker
Position
Guard
Member Status
Lifetime
Height
5-9
Weight
165
Current Team
Fire
Past Teams
Nets
Leagues
1st Ward Division, 2nd Ward Division, the GR3G league
Seasons
Year 3: 2022-23, 2022 Summer, Year 4: 2023-24, Year 5: 2024-25, Year 6: 2025-26
Age
32

Year 6: 2025-26 Season Schedule Released!

Here it is!

The 2025-26 Gr3g League regular season schedule has been written and Year 6 dates have been confirmed.

The League schedule opens on October 14th with the defending Back-to-Back Champion City of Bridges opening the campaign with a tough matchup against last season’s runner-up Bridge Street Fire. The Roundball Ruckus Ligers take on the Rhythm of the River in the middle game and the West Leonard Hearts begin the year against the recently reborn Legends of the Lake, who take the place of the Sixth Street Nets for Year 6.

Teams will play up to 18 regular season games with a 3-week Playoff format to end the season.

We will host a Pre-Season Practice, Scrimmage and Meet & Greet on October 7th, from 7-9pm.

The League is OFF as we host In-Person events on the following dates: Nov 18, Dec 23, Dec 30, 2025 & Feb 10, 2026.

We’re doing a Facebook page again, check the event dates and stay in touch like old folk here.

 

2025 Season

2 Pints with Dar
Gr3g & Dar the Bud Man cheers after recording an episode of 2 Pints with GC at the Our Tavern in Grand Rapids, MI.

 We’re bringing back the podcast?

Register and Pay here! 

The Year 6 Rules Update

Welcome to the Gr3g League, where competition meets community and respect for the game is at the heart of every matchup.

Below are the official rules and guidelines for both in-game play and off-court conduct in the BeerCityHoops 5v5 league.

In-Game Rules

Game Format

  • Games are played on a full court with 5-on-5 teams.
  • Teams must field at least 4 players. Games may be played 4v4 if necessary, or teams may allow substitutions.
  • The first team to score 63 points wins, or the team ahead after 33 minutes is declared the winner.
  • Each game is played with a 33-minute running clock.

Scoring

  • Shots made inside the arc are worth 2 points.
  • Shots made outside the arc are worth 3 points.
  • Shots made beyond the special “3G” line (inside half-court circle) activate a “Make It, Take It” rule.

Possession and Play

  • After a dead ball, the defense must always return the live ball to the offense behind mid-court to restart play.
  • The offense may dribble, shoot, or pass to start play, reducing the risk of injuries from inbounds plays.
  • Substitutions are only allowed during a dead ball.

Fouls and Timeouts

  • Players are expected to “call your own” fouls.
  • Avoid being a “violations czar” or an overzealous referee.
  • Each team is allowed one 60-second timeout per game.

Defense and Strategy

  • All half-court defensive strategies are permitted, though man-to-man defense is preferred.
  • Ball movement is encouraged. Stalling in the final minutes is discouraged—open shots should be taken.

Overtime

  • Overtime consists of 3 minutes and 33 seconds or ends when the first team scores 7 points.
  • The home team shoots from the top of the key to determine possession at the start of overtime.

On/Off-Court Rules

Sportsmanship and Conduct

  • Do it like Stuart Scott: “Be as cool as the other side of the pillow.”
  • Show respect for the game, fellow players, opposing teams, and the gym facilities.
  • Bring hustle to the court, not harm—remember, everyone has commitments off the court.

Safety and Behavior

  • Any and all threatening behavior will result in immediate expulsion from the league.
  • Know your scheduled game times and arrive on time.
  • Teams will be given approximately 10 minutes to warm up before games.
  • Stay off the court, including baselines, while live games are in progress.

Summary

The Gr3g League is built on respect, hustle, and a love for basketball. These rules are designed to ensure fair play, safety, and a positive experience for everyone involved. Play hard, play fair, and enjoy the game!

Year 6 of the Gr3g League will officially begin July 1 with new JERSEY rules

New player recruiting, trades & transactions begin today

Summer Hoops begins Tuesday June 19th at cherry park after 5p

 

The start of Year 6 (2025-26) is less than a month away!!

Go outside and play. INDOOR HOOPS RETURNS IN OCTOBER.

Are you keeping yourself in shape, any shape at all? I’m a beer barrel.

Don’t worry, it’s still golf season (see below for the 3G Challenge).

But if you’re ready to get to hooping, summer recruiting runs begin Tuesday June 19th at Cherry Park (Cherry/Eastern SE) sometime after 5p. Hopefully we’ll see you out at Cherry, Wilcox, Garfield, MLK or wherever we end up each week.

Check out the BeerCityHoops FB page if you don’t get the text messages.

 

These summer runs are YOUR recruiting season! It’s a real pain in the admin when players bring random newbies along to hoop. This happened in multiple Finals games this season.

 

 

Player are now eligible to seek “trades” or “free agent signings” but they must play NICE:

  1. NOTIFY League office that you have interest to switch teams.
  2. INITIATE Contact Teams to find a good fit, gauge interest, League prefers TRADE before FA Signing.
  3. CONFIRM The Details and Compensation, it is not finished until the League office signs off
  4. EXECUTE and Finalize the Deal by purchasing your new BeerCityHoops jersey through the League office.

Current players moving teams must pre-pay $77 fee to cover the cost of their new jersey.

 

As we move into Year 6, the League is making the following jersey requirements:

  • all players must have a custom BeerCityHoops jersey to participate in League play
  • each current player (Years 1-5) with their own custom BeerCityHoops jersey are now “lifetime” members of the League
  • these players, in good standing, will pay only gym dues each season (variable cost) before Week 1 (mid-October)
  • new players (your cost is $200, includes admin/season dues/jersey) and/or returning players ($77) without a BeerCityHoops jersey must purchase one through the league before membership is granted.

Players may design new jerseys on your own but will need approval through the League office. This includes inquiries into wearing NBA, NCAA, HS, etc…we have LOGO PATCHES, let’s talk.

We are not the YMCA, MBA or JAM sports. If you want to hoop in ugly tee shirts, they have a league for you. 

Slight uniform differences are okay but don’t go crazy whack funky, MC Hammer.

Just contact Gr3g with questions, sizing, lettering, etc. and we’ll work with you.

Silky jersey photo

Real Deal #24 photo

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We’re trying to keep it fresh with some new ideas from our sister company, BeerCitySports!

moosters

These are old ideas, we’ve done them before, but if you’re looking for a way to stay “in the group” without having to always be “with the group”, here’s your next 3G Challenge!

This Summer of 2025 (June 9th-September 9th) you are CHALLENGED to GO PLAY GOLF at GRACEWIL Golf Course near 4 Mile Rd NW and Walker Ave.

Get all your pre- and post-game flavors

at Ron’s Quick Stop at 1115 Bridge St NW

next to Lincoln Park.

 

the 3G challenge is to PLAY a total of 36 HOLES OF GOLF
Over no more than three (3) rounds on the same course. 

 

  • Play 18 two times or 18-9-9 in any order.
  • Use the same scorecard for all rounds.
  • Play each of the 18 holes twice.
  • Record your putts, as well.
  • Play it as it lies…unless it’s dangerous, dark or dumb.
  • Rounds must be played between June 9th, 2025 and September 9th, 2025.
  • Play any day or time you are available, alone or with a group.
  • One player per scorecard.
  • Have Fun. Be Cool.
  • POST your finished scorecard on the BeerCityHoops Facebook Page until we get .
  • Gracewil GC is the venue, not an affiliated partner.
  • Prizes?        Beat Gr3g for fame plus 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Putts, +/- and more.

 

Why is it called a Euro-Step? Because you must travel to get there. 
Why is it called a Euro-Step? Because you must travel to get there. 

City of Bridges wins Year 5

Repeat Champions!

 

City of Bridges completed a 3-0 Finals Series to take home their second consecutive Gr3g League championship. 

After an opening week win over the Rhythm, the Blues stole a late victory in week two over the Hearts and finished the sweep with a confirmation of their title in a week three win over the Fire. 

Year 5 & Finals MVP T-Roof led the way while D Nags, the league’s all-time leading scorer, scored the final points of Year 5.

Check out the action here.