Double Victory For Australia, Win’s Both Men’s and Woemn’s VIBF 3×3 Basketball Champships Title

The Triathlon Park in Astana came alive with energy and excitement as the inaugural VIBF 3×3 Basketball Championships delivered a thrilling showcase of athleticism, skill, and international spirit. Teams from around the world battled it out in a heated competition for the first-ever titles.

In the Men’s II1 bronze medal match, Portugal Red and Australia Gold ignited the court with fast-paced action and dazzling moves. Both squads kept the pressure high, but Portugal edged out Australia with a 21–17 victory to claim third place on the podium.

The Men’s gold medal final saw Australia Green go head-to-head with France in a high-stakes contest. Australia emerged victorious, securing the top spot in the tournament.

In the Women’s division, the gold medal match was an all-Australian affair, with Australia Green dominating their compatriots from Australia Gold. The Green team’s sharp plays and relentless pressure resulted in a commanding 21–7 win, sealing the first-place finish.

The bronze medal clash in the women’s bracket featured Japan against France. Despite France showing moments of strong momentum, Japan’s precision and exceptional teamwork proved too much to handle. Japan clinched the bronze medal with a decisive 22–13 win, demonstrating the rising power of Asian teams in international 3×3 basketball.

“It was so exciting to see so many teams competing at our first VIBF 3×3 Basketball Championship. We want to see more teams come forward in both men’s and women’s to join our 3×3 Basketball Championship and support our re-inclusion movement,” said Barry Holman, Virtus General Secretary and VIBF Board member.

With passionate performances and historic wins, the VIBF 3×3 Championships concluded on a high note, setting a strong foundation for the future of inclusive basketball competition on the world stage.