Get ready for the highly anticipated return of the Tag 91.1 Ultimate Paliga presented by Al Ameen Service and powered by Chevrolet. This thrilling basketball tournament promises to keep you on the edge of your seat. 

Calling all non-rated Filipino basketball players to form 12-member teams. Register your team for FREE for a chance to qualify among the Top 8 teams that will compete in Tag 91.1 Ultimate Paliga 2026 and compete for their share of the total cash prize of AED 60,000. 

Tournament Highlights

• Exciting Matchups: Register and be part of the top 8 teams to compete in exhilarating games that will keep the adrenaline pumping. 
• Massive Cash Prize: With a total of AED 60,000 up for grabs, every point counts!
• Community Spirit: Join fellow basketball enthusiasts in celebrating teamwork, sportsmanship, and passion for the game.

Don’t Miss Out!

Mark your calendars for October 17, 18, 25, and November 1, 2026! 

Assemble your friends and register as a team at Chevrolet’s new Experiential Showroom at City Centre Mirdif on 17 October from 4PM – 8PM and on 18th October from 9AM – 1PM. All players must be present and bring their Emirates IDs as proof of identification. 

This will be followed by a Shootout Challenge on 18 October from 3PM - 8PM to determine the Top 8 teams that will qualify for the Elimination Round on 25 October, with the opportunity to advance to the Championship Finals on 1 November.

Dates to Remember

17 Oct
Team Registration and Screening | 4PM - 8PM 

Chevrolet’s Experiential Showroom, City Centre Mirdif

18 Oct
Team Registration and Screening | 9AM - 1PM 

Chevrolet’s Experiential Showroom, City Centre Mirdif

Shootout Challenge | 3PM - 8PM

Venue TBC

25 Oct 
Opening Ceremony & Elimination Round | 2PM - 8PM

Venue TBC

1 Nov 
Championship Finals & Awarding Ceremony | 2PM - 8PM

Venue TBC

Terms & Conditions

On-Ground Registration and Player Screening

All members of the team must be present on either October 17 or October 18, 2026 for the on-ground registration at Chevrolet’s new Experiential Showroom at City Centre Mirdif. This attendance is required to allow the screening committee to verify that each player is qualified to participate at the Class D or Amateur Level.

Team Composition

Each team will consist of 12 players, all of whom meet the eligibility requirements set by the Organizing Committee. Team members may only register with one team and may not be registered with any other team participating in the tournament.

Eligibility and Player Level

• I confirm that I have not joined any professional basketball league, either locally or internationally.
• I understand that this tournament is intended for Class D or amateur-level players and acknowledge the authority of the Screening Committee to determine my player classification.
• I confirm that I am a UAE resident and at least 18 years of age.

• Members of the championship team from the Tag 91.1 Ultimate Paliga 2024 may not re-form the same team and participate as a team in the 2026 tournament.
• The Most Valuable Player (MVP) from the championship team of the Tag 91.1 Ultimate Paliga 2024 is not eligible to participate in the 2026 tournament.

Participation Requirements for Tournament Qualification

To qualify as one of the eight teams that will participate in the tournament, each team will nominate 5 players to participate in the Shootout Challenge on October 18, 2026 at the designated location. 

Commitment upon Tournament Qualification

Should your team qualify for the tournament, you agree to:

• Attend the official team briefing and orientation on the house rules and regulations as scheduled by the Organizing Committee.
• Submit all necessary documentation to the Organizing Committee, including but not limited to:
  • Proof of UAE residency and age, such as a residence visa or Emirates ID, for each team member.
  • A signed copy of the ARN House Rules and Regulations.
  • Attend all scheduled tournament matches, including the Elimination Round on 25 October 2026 and the Championship Finals on 1 November 2026.

Team Roster Finalization

Once a team has successfully qualified and submitted its official roster, no player substitutions or additions will be permitted without the prior approval of the Organizing Committee.

Prize

A total cash prize of AED 60,000 will be awarded by Al Ameen Service to the top 4 teams. Prize breakdown will be as follows:

• Champion: AED 30,000
• 1st Runner-up: AED 15,000
• 2nd Runner-up: AED 10,000
• 3rd Runner-up: AED 5,000

Code of Conduct and Compliance

All players are expected to uphold the values of sportsmanship, respect, and fair play throughout the tournament.

Any form of misconduct, including but not limited to, verbal or physical aggression, unsportsmanlike behavior, or breaches of the rules, will result in disciplinary action by the organizing committee.

The organizing committee reserves the right to amend or update the rules as necessary for the smooth conduct of the tournament. All participants will be informed of any changes in a timely manner.

Publicity and Promotion

By joining the basketball tournament, players agree to participate in promotional activities including photographs, videos, and interviews.

These materials may be used by ARN, Al Ameen Service and Chevrolet across all media platforms including radio, websites, social media, and print.

Players consent to ARN collecting and processing their personal information for the administration of the tournament, prize fulfillment, and related promotional activities in accordance with applicable laws and ARN policies.

Waiver of Liability

By participating in the tournament, participants confirm that they are physically fit to engage in basketball activities and understand the risks associated with competitive sports.

Participation in the event may involve physical activities and carries inherent risks, including the risk of injury.

ARN shall not be held liable for any injuries, accidents, losses, or damages incurred during the event.

Participants are responsible for their own safety and must adhere to all venue rules and guidelines.

ARN General Competition Terms and Conditions:

The general competition terms and conditions of ARN, available on each ARN radio station’s website, apply in full.

By entering, participants agree to abide by these terms and any additional rules specific to this competition.

In the event of any dispute, ARN’s decision shall be final and binding.

ARN reserves the right to amend these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice.