FIBA 3x3 World Tour Opener will return to Utsunomiya for Four More Years 2025 -2028
UTSUNOMIYA (Japan) - FIBA is pleased to announce the renewal of Utsunomiya, Japan as the host city for the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Opener for three more years from 2025 to 2028. The historic Japanese city, known for its vibrant basketball culture, will continue to be the launching pad for the prestigious event.
Alex Sanchez, Managing Director of FIBA 3x3, expressed his enthusiasm about the continuation of the partnership: "Utsunomiya has proven to be a fantastic host for the 3x3 World Tour Opener, providing an electrifying atmosphere for players and fans alike. We are thrilled to extend our collaboration and are confident that the next three years will bring even greater success for the world's number one urban team sport."
Eiichi Sato, Mayor of Utsunomiya, also shared his thoughts on the renewal: "It is a great honor for Utsunomiya to continue as the home of the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Opener. This event not only showcases the world class talent of 3x3 basketball but also highlights Utsunomiya's deep appreciation and passion for the sport. We are excited to welcome players and fans from around the globe to our city and share our unique culture and hospitality."
The Utsunomiya Opener (April 27-28) is set to kickstart a massive season with at least 15 stops leading up to the World Tour Final. Athletes and teams aiming for a strong start will find Utsunomiya's energetic crowd and rich basketball heritage the perfect backdrop for high-level competition.
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About FIBA 3x3
Exciting, urban and innovative, 3x3 is inspired by several forms of streetball played worldwide and is considered the world’s number one urban team sport. Steered by FIBA, games see two teams of three players face off on a basketball half-court.
It was played successfully for the first time in international competition at the 2010 Youth Olympic Games in Singapore and since then has benefited from the launch of a yearly professional circuit for men and women (World Tour and Women’s Series respectively) and national-team competitions. 3x3 made its Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Games.
Wilson is the Global Ball Partner and Maurice Lacroix the Official Timekeeper of the FIBA 3x3 World Tour 2024.
FIBA 3x3 events are played on Enlio floors with Wilson balls, Schelde backstops, Bodet shot-clocks and the Magic Sky canopy system.
For further information about 3x3, visit fiba3x3.basketball, FIBA 3x3 accounts on Douyin, Facebook, Instagram, Sina Weibo, Tencent, TikTok, Twitch, Twitter, Youku and YouTube or contact 3x3@fiba.basketball.