THE road to León, Mexico, officially runs through Georgetown.
The Guyana Basketball Federation (GBF) has dropped the official dates for its 2025 National 3×3 Basketball Championship, and the stakes have never been higher.
The nation’s top 3×3 talent will hit the hardwood on September 27–28 at the Cliff Anderson Sports Hall, with more than just a trophy on the line.
This year’s tournament is the sole qualifier for the prestigious FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup, where Guyana will once again face off against the best squads from North, Central, and South America, as well as the Caribbean.
The pressure is on, and the field is expanding. A total of 16 teams will compete for national bragging rights—six more than last year’s edition—in a fierce battle for a spot on the national team.
The competition is a high-stakes affair, with serious cash up for grabs. The championship-winning team will pocket a cool $500,000, while the second-place team takes home $200,000. Third and fourth place will be awarded $100,000 and $50,000, respectively.
For GBF President Michael Singh, the tournament is a crucial part of a transparent and competitive selection process.
“We want a transparent selection process for the AmeriCup,” Singh explained.
“The 3×3 AmeriCup is an important fixture on our international calendar. In fact, we’ve only missed it once due to unforeseen circumstances. Every other year, we’ve proudly represented Guyana, often as one of the few English-speaking Caribbean nations in the competition.”
Singh also highlighted the growing support for 3×3 basketball in Guyana, crediting both the government and corporate partners for their backing. He acknowledged the need for a more competitive preparation strategy this year. The GBF plans to enter the selected national team into international 3×3 circuit events to give them valuable exposure and experience against high-calibre opposition.
“In past years, we didn’t give our teams enough chances to compete against elite talent before the AmeriCup,” Singh admitted. “This year, we want to change that by testing our squad in top-tier 3×3 competitions so they’re battle-ready when they step onto the court in Mexico.”
Last year’s championship was a memorable clash at the National Gymnasium.
The Renegades squad—featuring Jude Corlette, Travis Belgrave, Nikkoloi Smith, and Dominic Vincente—claimed victory in a heated final, defeating a stacked Linden side with a final score of 21–15.
That experience paid off, as Belgrave, Vincente, Harold Adams, and Smith went on to represent Guyana on the international stage at the 3×3 AmeriCup in Puerto Rico.