GENERAL RELEASE:

By entering the Contest, contestants release Super Commissioners, LLC (the "Company") and Big Z Family Fun Center and Restaurant (the "Sponsors"), and each of their respective affiliated companies, directors, officers, employees, representatives, partners and agents from any liability whatsoever for any claims, costs, injuries, losses or damages of any kind arising out of or in connection with the Contest or with the acceptance, possession or use of any prize including, without limitation, claims, costs, injuries, losses or damages related to personal injuries, death, damage to, loss or destruction of property, rights of publicity or privacy, defamation or portrayal in a false light.

The "Company" and the "Sponsors" will not be responsible for lost, damaged, late, misdirected, incomplete or illegible registration, or technical problems incurred while playing via the Internet. If for any reason, the Internet-related portion of this contest is not capable of running as planned, including infection by computer virus, tampering, fraud, technical failure, or any other cause which corrupts or threatens the administration, security or integrity of the contest, Super Commissioners, LLC reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to terminate or suspend the contest or any portion of the contest. Any attempt to damage or undermine the fair and legitimate operation of this contest will result in disqualification from the contest.

TO ENTER:

The "The Big Z College Hoops Tournament" Contest (the "Contest") will be open for registration beginning 12:01 a.m., Thursday, January 21, 2010. Go to the www.bigzsimi.com website, click on the Contest icon and complete the registration form, which includes name, address, telephone number and email address and other information. Submit your registration by clicking “SEND”. One (1) entry per valid email account; duplicate entries beyond that will be discarded. Entries generated by a script, macro or other automated means will be disqualified. Entries that are incomplete, illegible or corrupted are void and will not be accepted. All entries become the property of Sponsors and will not be acknowledged or returned.

CAUTION:

Any attempt by an entrant or any other individual to deliberately damage any online service or web site or undermine the legitimate operation of the Contest is a violation of criminal and civil laws and should such an attempt be made, Sponsors reserve the right to seek damages and/or other remedies from any such person to the full extent permitted by law.

ELIGIBILITY TO PARTICIPATE:

Contest open to residents of the United States of America, 18 years of age or older. Employees of the "Company" and the "Sponsor", their respective parent, subsidiary, affiliate companies, as well as their respective advertising and promotion agencies and members of their immediate families (spouses, parents, children, and siblings and their spouses) and/or persons living in the same households as such persons are not eligible to enter the Contest. 

ELIGIBILITY TO WIN:

To be eligible to win, the contestant must reside in the "Company's" Designated Market Area (DMA) which includes the following county:
Ventura County, California

 Winners will be notified by telephone and/or U.S. Mail after the completion of the tournament, which will be April 6, 2009. Return of prize notification as undeliverable may result in disqualification and an alternate winner may be selected.

Winners may waive their right to receive a prize. Prizes are non-assignable and nontransferable. No substitutions allowed, except that prizes and individual components of prize packages are subject to availability and the Sponsor reserves the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value.

Winners are solely responsible for reporting and payment of any taxes on prizes. Winners may be required to complete an affidavit of eligibility, and a liability and publicity release (except where prohibited by law) which must be returned within Five (5) days of date of postmark. Failure to sign and return the affidavit or release within five (5) days, or to comply with any term or condition of these Official Rules, may, at the sole discretion of Sponsor, result in a winner's disqualification, the forfeiture of his or her interest in the prize, and the award of prize to an alternate winner. Except where prohibited, participation in the contest constitutes entrant's consent to the publication of his or her name and image in any media for any commercial or promotional purpose, without limitation or further compensation.

WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT/ RULES:

Winners will be notified by telephone and/or email. Prize vouchers/Gift Cards must be claimed by 4pm on Friday, April 30, 2010 at Big Z Family Fun Center and Restaurant or prizes will be forfeited. Big Z Family Fun Center and Restaurant are located at 2428 Stearns Street, Simi Valley, CA 93063. For directions to the Big Family Fun Center and Restaurant call  (805) 526-3000.

For a complete list of winners, please send your request, along with a self-addressed, stamped envelope to
"Super Commissioners, LLC",
10824 Via Del Cosira,
San Diego, CA 92124.
This list will be available 04/14/10 - 04/30/10. 

A copy of these Official Rules is also posted at www.bigzsimi.com website.

HOW TO PLAY:

Visit www.bigzsimi.com website and click on the Contest icon, link or menu. Visit the contest prior to the announcement of the brackets on Sunday, March 14, 2010 to pre-register. After the brackets are announced, return to enter your picks prior to the first game of the tournament, which begins at 12:00 PM Eastern Time on Thursday, March 18, 2010.

Sponsors reserve the right to add survey questions that are appropriate for the contest. The contest will operate on a point system based on the number of questions entrant answers correctly, as explained below. Entrants must submit answers to questions prior to scheduled start of the tournament in order to be counted towards players’ scores.

• Click on the "Play" button.
• For each game, click on the team that you think will advance to the next round. At the bottom of the page, click on the "Continue" button.
• Continue this process until all of the brackets are completed and you have a championship winner. All games must be selected to submit your picks.
• VERY IMPORTANT - When finished with all your selections, click on the Submit Picks" button.

POINT SYSTEM:

• One point will be given to all correct choices in the first round games. (32 games X 1 point = 32 possible points)
• Two points will be given to all correct choices in the second round games. (16 games X 2 points = 32 possible points)
• Four points will be given to all correct choices in the third round games. (8 games X 4 points = 32 possible points)
• Eight points will be given to all correct choices in the fourth round games. (4 games X 8 points = 32 possible points)
• Sixteen points will be given to all correct choices in the semifinal games. (2 games X 16 points = 32 possible points)
• Thirty-two points will be awarded for selecting the winner of the Championship game. (1 game X 32 points = 32 possible points)

The tie breaker question: "Please enter the TOTAL COMBINED points scored by both teams in the Championship game:", will only be used to calculate the winner if there is more than one person with the most points at the end of the Championship game. The person with the answer that is the closest to the actual point total will be selected as the winner. If there is still a tie, a winner will be randomly selected from those remaining tied users.

The point value of the tie breaker question is NOT added to the point total. It is only used to determine a winner in the event of a first place tie.

You will receive 1 point in your overall scores for each NEW user that you refer before the start of the tournament AND signs up AND participates in "Big Z College Hoops Tournament" for a maximum of 8 additional points.

PRIZE:

One (1) Grand Prize will be awarded to the player with the highest aggregate score for the Contest Period. Grand Prize Winners will be notified by phone and/or mail and/or by email address provided on winners’ registration forms. In case of a tie, one winner will be determined randomly from all correct entries and will be declared the Grand Prize winner. The Grand Prize winner will be declared on or about Tuesday, April 6, 2010. 

The Grand Prize will consist of a "Big Z Family Fun Center and Restaurant Pizza Party" for twenty persons - featuring assorted pizzas, appetizers, salad and non-alcoholic beverages. Gratuity is not included. This party will take place at one of the Big Z’s restaurant in Simi Valley and will require advance notice so that arrangements can be made. Specific details on how to redeem this prize will be included in the Grand Prize package. Winner must redeem this prize by August 31, 2010. Approximate retail value of the Grand Prize is $300.00. 

There will be two "Tournament Round Winners." The contestant who makes the most accurate predictions for the COLLEGE Basketball Tournament games played 3/18/10-3/21/10 will be declared the winner of the Round 1 on or about 3/22/09. The contestant who makes the most accurate predictions for the COLLEGE Basketball Tournament games played 3/25/10-3/28/10 will be declared the winner of the Round 2 on or about 3/29/09. 

In case of a tie, one winner will be determined randomly from all correct entries and will be declared that week's Tournament Round Winner. Tournament Round Winners will be declared on or about Monday, March 22, 2010 and Monday, March 29, 2010. Tournament Round 1 Prize will consist of a $25.00 Gift Card to Big Z Family Fun Center and Restaurant. Tournament Round 2 Prize will consist of a $50.00 Gift Card to Big Z Family Fun Center and Restaurant. Winner must redeem this prize by August 31, 2010. The retail value of each Tournament Round Prize is $25.00 and $50.00, respectively. 

Each winner is responsible for all applicable federal, state and/or local taxes and/or prize related fees. Each prize package shall not include the following: ground transportation; hotel accommodations; parking fees; laundry service; food; alcoholic beverages; merchandise, souvenirs, etc; local and long distance telephone calls; tips, gratuities, service charges, resort fees or taxes; or all other charges not explicitly included as part of the prize package. Any fees or expenses not specifically mentioned as part of the prize package are not included. 

Odds of winning will depend upon the number of eligible entries.

SPONSOR:

The Contest is sponsored by the "Sponsor" whose decisions regarding the selection of winners and all other aspects of the Contest shall be final and binding in all respects. The Sponsor will not be responsible for typographical, printing or other inadvertent errors in these Official Contest Rules or in other materials relating to the Contest. The "Sponsor" reserve the right to withdraw the transmission of this Contest and award the Prize from among eligible entries received prior to the date of the withdrawal. Failure to comply with these rules may result in disqualification from this Contest. The "Sponsor" reserve the right to permanently disqualify from the Contest any person it believes has violated these rules.

The "Company" and the "Sponsor" reserve the right to alter/revise any and/or all elements, prize packages, dates, etc. of any said promotion, due to unforeseen circumstances, beyond corporate control, i.e., emergency programming interruptions, corporate merchandise partner unavailabilities, discontinued products, etc.

The failure of the "Sponsor" to comply with any provision of these Official Rules due to an act of God, hurricane, war, fire, riot, earthquake, terrorism, act of public enemies, actions of governmental authorities outside of the control of Sponsors (excepting compliance with applicable codes and regulations) or other event will not be considered a breach of these Official Rules.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY:

By entering the Contest, entrant agrees that (1) any and all disputes, claims, and causes of action arising out of or in connection with the Contest, or any prizes awarded, shall be resolved individually without resort to any form of class action; (2) any claims, judgments and awards shall be limited to actual out-of-pocket costs incurred, including costs associated with entering the Contest, but in no event attorney's fees; and (3) under no circumstances will any entrant be permitted to obtain any award for, and entrant hereby waives all rights to claim, punitive, incidental or consequential damages and any and all rights to have damages multiplied or otherwise increased and any other damages, other than damages for actual out-of-pocket expenses.

PARTICIPATION:

By participating, entrants agree to be bound by these Official Contest Rules and the decisions of the judges. The "Sponsor" reserves the right to disqualify persons found tampering with or otherwise abusing any aspect of this Contest as solely determined by the "Sponsor". Should the Contest be terminated prior to the stated expiration date, the "Sponsor" reserves the right to award prizes based on the entries received before the termination date.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

What is the Big Z College Hoops Tournament?

Big Z College Hoops Tournament is a free online sports contest. Sports enthusiasts participate in the 3 week contest and try to earn points for every correct pick. During the length of the contest, each participant will try to obtain the most points possible to be eligible to win prizes. Refer to the Prizes page and Official Rules for details.

Is Big Z’s Hoops Tournament considered gambling?

NO. This site may not be used in connection with any form of gambling. Big Z Hoops Tournament is a free online sports contest site. Super Commissioner’s contests are free to enter. 

 How often can I play?

You can enter your picks and update your picks as many times as you wish prior to the SCHEDULED start of the first game (Thursday, March 18th, 2010 at 12:00 noon Eastern Time). Only the LATEST submission will be counted towards the calculated points total.

 How do I know if I won a prize?

You will receive a Winner email if you have won a prize.

 How do I opt out of reminder emails or company emails?

To remove yourself from receiving emails from Big Z College Hoops Tournament sponsors or reminders, you need to edit your account. There are two ways to edit your account:

1) You can log on to the site, click on the "My Account" link in the menu navigation, then click on the "Registration Information" link. Change the Opt-In answer to "No" and click on the "Submit" button.

2) You can click on the opt-out Registration link at the bottom of the Big Z College Hoops Tournament reminder.

How do I contact a Big Z College Hoops Tournament representative?

First, use the FAQs to try to find the answer to any of your questions. Second, send an email to: supercommish@supercommissioners.com

PICKS HELP

When can I enter the Big Z College Hoops Tournament contest?

You may enter the contest at any time prior to the first game of the tournament. You can submit your picks when the teams are announced on Sunday, March 14, 2010 after 9:00 PM Eastern Time and up until the SCHEDULED time of the first game (Thursday, March 18th, 2010 at 12:00 noon Eastern Time). As soon as the SCHEDULED start time of the game has arrived, the contest is closed and no one will be able to submit an answer. The game time is clearly stated on the PLAY page. All displayed game times are Eastern Time.

How do I select a team to win?

Click the team name or the pull down menu for the team that you predict will win. Go through all of the games within the bracket and then enter the score of a tie-breaker game. ALWAYS submit your answers by clicking on the "Submit" button.

 Do you use odds?

Big Z College Hoops Tournament does not use odds of any kind.

 How do I submit my picks?

In order to submit your picks, you must be a Registered User; you must have created your Nickname; you must make sure that your picks page is completely filled out and then you must click the Submit at the bottom of the page. You should also receive an email confirmation. If for some reason your email is not delivered (blocked by your Email provider, sent to Junk Mail, etc.) you may click on the "Picks" menu to make sure that your selections have been submitted.

 What is the purpose of the tiebreakers?

If there is a tie for the best score, then the tie-breaker questions will be used to decide the winner. If after exercising the tiebreaker questions there is still a tie among contestants, a random computer drawing will be administered among the top players in order to select the winner.

TELL-A-FRIEND HELP

How do I invite friends and family to the contest?

To invite a friend, go to the "Tell-A-Friend" menu/page. Enter your friend's email address in the Tell-a-Friend field, enter your name and a custom message. Click on the "Submit" button. You can invite as many valid emails as you wish.

How many points do I earn for referring a friend to Big Z College Hoop Tournament?

The points associated with each new user are defined in the "Official Rules" page.

PRIZE PAGE HELP

Where can I see the prizes for the Big Z College Hoops Tournament?

On the Prizes page, there is a section called Contest Prizes. The "Official Rules" page also has prize information.

What is the difference between Overall, Weekly and Round prizes?

If the contest has Overall, Weekly and Round prizes, this information will be defined in the "Official Rules" page. Weekly prizes are awarded for entries and points accumulated for a short time frame, i.e. Week 1. The Overall Prize will be awarded who accumulates the most points for that contest season.

How can I see more about a prize?

To see a more detailed prize information, click on the Sponsor's page in the navigation menu.

How do I see the latest winners?

To view the weekly or overall leaders and winners, click on the Rankings page in the navigation menu. How to become a winner is defined in the "Official Rules" page.

RANKINGS HELP

How do Rankings work?

The Rankings page lists ALL of the participants that have entered the contest. The leaderboard ranks participants based on 'the points earned throughout the contest. By default, the points and rankings displays the Overall rankings and point values up to that point in the contest. To view weekly or round scores, go to the Rankings page and use the pull-down menu to choose the week or round you are interested in viewing and click on the "Go" button. You can search for your ranking or another person's ranking by entering the nickname into the search field and click on the "Go" button.

What is the difference between the Overall and Weekly Rankings?

Overall Rankings displays ALL of the points associated accumulated to that point of the season including any Tell-A-Friend and Sponsorship points. Weekly Standings only displays the game points associated with the games for that selected week.

How am I identified in the Rankings?

You are identified on the rankings by the Nickname that you created when you entered the Big Z College Hoops Tournament contest.

TECHNICAL HELP

How do I contact a Big Z College Hoops Tournament representative?

First, use the FAQs to try to find the answer to any of your questions. Second, send an email to: supercommish@supercommissioners.com

 I'm having trouble submitting my picks. What should I do?

First, click on the "Play" button. You must be a registered user, logged in and set up with a Nickname before you can make your picks.

 Can I submit more than one entry using the same email address and/or username?

No, an email address and nickname is unique to the Big Z College Hoops Tournament. If you have more than one valid email addresses then you can have multiple entries.

What browser do I need?

Hoops Frenzy supports anything equal to or newer of the following Window browsers - Internet Explorer 7, Firefox 3, Opera 10; and Mac browsers - Safari 3 and Firefox 3.

JAVASCRIPT HELP

How do I activate Javascript?

1. Open Internet Explorer.
2. Click on the Tools button (the picture of the gear) or “Tools” from the program menu.
3. Click on Internet Options….
4. Click the Security tab.
5. In the “Security level for this zone” box, click on Custom level….
6. Scroll toward the bottom of the Settings box to Scripting.
7. Enable active scripting.
8. Click OK twice to close the dialogue.
9. Click the Refresh button after the Address Bar at the top of your browser, or hit F5.

Safari 3

1. Open Safari.
2. Select Preferences from the Safari menu.
3. Click Security.
4. Check both Enable Java and Enable JavaScript.
5. Close the window.
6. Click Reload.

1. Open Opera.
2. Select the Tools menu.
3. Select Quick Preferences.
4. Check Enable JavaScript
5. Click Reload or hit F5 to refresh the page.