Philippines’ Best 3x3 Teams Battle for Global Glory at the Red Bull Half Court National Finals

Manila, Philippines, May 26, 2026 — The Philippines' top three-on-three teams have spent months grinding through regional qualifiers. On June 13, they find out who among them is built for the world.

The Red Bull Half Court Philippines National Finals takes over Bigger Pictures, Mandaluyong in a single-day, winner-takes-all showdown where speed, skill, and offensive power determine everything. Following a series of qualifiers across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao, the country’s best streetball teams now converge for a single goal: to earn the right to represent the Philippines at the Red Bull Half Court World Finals in Manila.

Red Bull Half Court delivers the fastest version of three-on-three basketball, where games are capped at 10 minutes, and the first team to reach 21 points wins. What sets it apart from any other 3-on-3 format are the two unique rules that keep the pressure rising. First, the Own the Court Bonus, where six points are awarded to the highest-scoring squad in a cumulative team tally. In some cases, this bonus makes all the difference in the teams’ final standings.

Next is the three-point shots rule. Introduced in 2024, this rule features two three-point spots marked by circles drawn two metres behind the arc. Once a player takes a shot with their foot on the circle, it counts for three points.

Spotlighting the Philippines’ Rich Basketball Culture

More than a championship, the National Finals is a collision of stories, styles, and stakes. Emerging victorious from their respective regional qualifiers, the following regional teams now face off for one women’s slot and one men’s slot at the global court:

Manila

Uratex Tibay (Women’s Team)

Lady Maroons (Women’s Team)

SGF Kings (Men’s Team)

Filipino Mixtape (Men’s Team)

Cebu

Gimcuad-Ninz (Women’s Team)

Team BOKKI (Men’s Team)

Davao

Three-time winner Coaches Corner (Women’s Team)

Two-time winner Davao Agilas (Men’s Team)

Some arrive with established reputations, others as rising contenders who fought through tightly contested brackets, but all teams have earned their place through decisive performances under pressure.

“Earning a chance at the World Final isn’t only about winning games. It’s about proving that the path from local community courts to the international stage is possible through discipline, resilience, and belief in the team,” said Mart Redyn Arellano of Davao Agilas.

During the regional qualifiers, each winning team brought a distinct brand of play shaped by its local basketball culture. Manila's game was fast and calculated with reads and reactions built on years of urban court culture. Cebu brought relentless offensive energy, a high-scoring mentality that thrives in the format's pace. Davao arrived with confidence, grit, and chemistry, turning their regional qualifier into a showcase of total dominance.

Having dominated on home courts, teams must now adapt to a format where scoring output is just as critical as winning, pushing them to balance control with agility in every possession.

“Getting a spot at the World Finals means the world to us. As players from the province, we’ve spent years dreaming of sharing the court with the stars we look up to—the ones who inspire us every day to elevate our game. This opportunity is more than just a tournament; it is a moment we will carry with us forever,” expressed Lorelaine Pulido Gestopa of Coaches Corner.

The Road to the World Stage

“It’s about time to bring the Red Bull Half Court World Finals here. Filipinos have improved and have been preparing for this kind of platform. 3-on-3 Basketball is well represented here in every street and every corner. As long as we can shoot a hoop, Filipinos will play basketball. All I’m saying is, welcome to the Philippines, where basketball is a part of being a Filipino,” said Nathan Heinrich Egea of Filipino Mixtape.

The National Finals marks a defining moment for the competing teams and for the continued rise of streetball in the Philippines. Since 2021, Red Bull Half Court has built a platform that has taken streetball athletes across the globe from local courts to iconic international stages. Two Filipino teams will once again wear their country’s pride as they perform on home court.

“If our team makes it to the World Finals, I would want the world to see that we, Filipinos, not only play with so much heart and passion, but we also play with great sportsmanship and integrity,” expressed LJ Miranda of Uratex Tibay.

“If there’s one thing that I’d want the world to see as they watch Filipino streetball, it’s our heart. Everyone here in the Philippines plays with their whole heart,” shared Mary Angela Abejar Alcos of Gimcuad-Ninz.

Witness Manila, Cebu, and Davao’s best streetballers battle it out at the Red Bull Half Court Philippines National Finals on June 13 at Bigger Pictures, Mandaluyong. Doors open at 3PM. 

Find out which squads will earn the right to carry the Philippine flag to the Red Bull Half Court World Finals in Manila this December. Visit Red Bull Philippines’ official website and social media channels (Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok) to learn more.

All Eyes on the Philippines as Red Bull Half Court 2026 Tips Off Road to Manila World Finals

Manila, Philippines (April 21, 2026) — Red Bull Half Court, the world’s fastest 3on3 tournament,returns to the Philippines, bringing its high-intensity  competition across Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao. Regional qualifiers across the country will lead into the National Finals, where the Philippines’ best will be crowned before advancing to a historic World Finals in Manila, the capital of streetball, this December.

Rooted in the energy of puso sa kanto, where the game is fast, fearless, and deeply tied to community, the tournament sets the stage for a clear path from local courts to global competition.

Home Courts Across the Nation, From Regional Battles to National Glory

Under the heat and glare of the Philippine sun, streetball moves at full speed—sneakers scraping concrete, bodies colliding in tight spaces, and every possession carrying weight. It’s raw, loud, and constantly in motion.

From the courts of Manila to the rising scenes in Cebu and the physical matchups in Davao, the sixth season of the Red Bull Half Court brings the game back to the communities that define it.

Each qualifier becomes a test of control and composure. More than competing, men’s and women’s teams step in to defend their home court pride. With only 10 minutes and a race to 21 points, every decision, possession, and shot can decide the outcome.

As the tournament progresses across the country, the field tightens. Only the best teams advance to the National Finals in Manila, where the best streetball squads from Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao go head-to-head for the Philippine title.

For the first time, the Red Bull Half Court World Final will be held here in the country, placing Manila at the center of the global game. International teams will arrive to compete on courts shaped by one of the world’s most passionate basketball cultures.

For Filipino teams, it is a rare opportunity to move from local courts to global competition on home soil, carrying their region, their community, and their style of play onto the world stage.

A Culture in Motion: Puso sa Kanto Sets the Tone

As the Red Bull Half Court 2026 season approaches, the pulse of Filipino streetball, driven by puso sa kanto, sets its direction.

Even before tip-off, that identity is already in play. With qualifiers unfolding across Manila, Cebu, and Davao, each stop becomes a key checkpoint in the race to the National Finals, and a platform for teams to represent the style shaped by their local scenes.

As the road to the Red Bull Half Court World Finals in Manila begins, the Philippines opens the season with a culture already in motion, ready to be seen, heard, and carried onto the global stage. As national champions from 15 countries compete in a global showdown, Filipino streetball takes the center of the international stage.

Follow Red Bull Half Court 2026 as it unfolds across the country. Stay updated on the qualifiers and key moments from this season by following Red Bull Philippines’ social media pages (Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | TikTok) and witness how Filipino streetball rises from local courts to the global stage. For more information, visit redbull.com/halfcourtph.

Philippines to Host the Red Bull Half Court 2026 World Finals

MANILA, PHILIPPINES (December 2, 2025)  – Following the conclusion of the Red Bull Half Court 2025 World Finals in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, Red Bull shifts the global spotlight to the Philippines, proudly announced as the next official host of the Red Bull Half Court 2026 World Finals, marking the the first major 3-on-3 world championship staged outsideFIBA.

As the next host country, the Philippines invites the world to witness firsthand the heart and grit that define Filipino streetball in Manila. The Red Bull Half Court 2026 World Finals aims to showcase the Philippines' energy, passion, and creativity for streetball on the global stage, inviting fans around the world to experience what makes 3-on-3 basketball truly one of a kind.

Red Bull Half Court’s signature format will once again take center stage, featuring its fast-paced 3-on-3 half-court system, where games run under a 12-second shot clock, capped at 10 minutes, or end when a team scores 21 points. The format demands speed, creativity, and relentless hustle, pushing athletes to showcase pure instinct and high-pressure decision-making on every possession.

Follow the journey to the World Finals for this landmark moment in Philippine basketball culture as this once-in-a-lifetime event will see the world’s top 3-on-3 teams converge on Philippine soil. Keep up with all the action by visiting the official Red Bull website and following Red Bull Philippines on social media.

For more information and updates, visit the official Red Bull website and the following social media pages (Facebook | Instagram | Tiktok )

Gear Up for Another Fierce Season of the World’s Biggest Streetball Tournament as Red Bull Half Court Returns to the Philippines

MANILA, PHILIPPINES (August 1, 2025) – Get your squads ready as Red Bull Half Court returns to the Philippines for a brand-new season filled with unmatched energy, raw determination, and high-stakes action. The biggest 3-on-3 streetball tournament is the ultimate battlefield for rising local talent to prove their skills for a chance to represent the Philippines at the Red Bull Half Court World Final, set to take place in the UAE in November.

The Ultimate Streetball Tournament is Back in the Philippines

Red Bull Half Court brings the fastest version of 3-on-3 streetball to players across the globe. In partnership with FILA and Spalding, Red Bull Half Court will hold qualifier rounds across five continents and over 20 participating countries, including South Africa, Norway, and Kosovo as the rookies.

Legendary NBA shooting coach Chris ‘Lethal Shooter’ Matthews shared his excitement for this year’s tournament, saying, “Year after year, Red Bull Half court continues to push the game forward. Seeing the sport grow in new countries and watching these athletes bring their best is truly special. I can’t wait to see who makes it to the World FInal in the UAE.”

Unlike traditional basketball, Red Bull Half Court games only take up half the court, with teams of 3 players. Games follow FIBA rules and are played with a regulation time of 10 minutes and a maximum of 21 points. Winners of each match are determined by who reaches the highest score within the regulation time or who reaches the maximum number of points first.

To add a surprising twist to the game, teams who accumulate the most scoring points across all games will receive the “Own the Court” bonus that will help them advance to the next stage. Making the game faster and more intense, 3-point shots can be made from two special circles located behind the arc.

Red Bull Half Court, in partnership with 7-Eleven, ups the intensity for its 2025 season in the Philippines with a new 2-day competition structure for qualifier rounds. Regional qualifiers will take place in Davao on August 30 and 31, Cebu on September 13 and 14, and Manila on September 27 and 28. Elimination rounds are set to take place on the first day, while the qualifier showdown will happen on the second day. Winning teams from each regional qualifier will advance to the Red Bull Half Court National Final in Manila, happening on October 18, where each team, along with select wildcard teams, will face off for a chance to represent the Philippines at the Red Bull Half Court World Final in UAE.

Own the Court at Red Bull Half Court Philippines

Think your squad has what it takes to run the court? Gather a team of 3 to 4 players, who are 18 years old and above. Players must be residents of the Philippines, with at least 3 holding valid Philippine passports.

To register, simply purchase four cans of Red Bull from any 7-Eleven store and upload the receipt upon signing up through the official Red Bull Half Court website. Registered teams automatically get a set of light and dark Red Bull Half Court jerseys. 

Lace up and register for the Red Bull Half Court qualifiers today! Catch the first qualifier round  in Davao on August 30 and 31. Don’t miss the Red Bull Half Court National Final, happening in Manila on October 18.

For more information and updates, visit the official Red Bull website and the following social media pages (Facebook | Instagram | Tiktok )

Manila's Streetball Showdown: Red Bull Half Court Manila Qualifiers Recap

Manila, Philippines – The City of Manila witnessed a heart-pumping and jaw-dropping showcase last April 13, 2024 with the Red Bull Half Court Manila Qualifiers. As the event took place in Gameville BallPark and Activate Hoop Arena in Mandaluyong, locals and basketball enthusiasts alike attended to see the excitement unfold.

In a highly-competitive showdown that kept watchers on the edge of their seats, the event showcased an array of electrifying plays, from buzzer-beaters that sent the crowd into a frenzy to shocking crossovers that left viewers in awe. The court became a stage for the finest streetballers in Manila to exhibit their skills, and they did not disappoint.

Emerging victorious in a fiercely contested match in the men’s category was the Far Eastern University (FEU) against Team Elite with a hard-fought 12-11 win in overtime, showcasing their exceptional skills and unwavering determination. 

Upon winning, Coach Mau of FEU said the event was a testament to the undeniable passion and skill that defines Manila's streetball scene. “We poured our hearts into every play, and to come out on top amidst such fierce competition just shows our hard work and dedication. We're thrilled to represent our city on the national stage and take another step closer to the ultimate prize in New York."

Photo Provided by Mags Reyes

Meanwhile, the New Zealand Creamery showcased their dominance In the women's category with a commanding performance against Falcons Blue securing a resounding 13-6 victory.

New Zealand Creamery highlighted that teamwork is what helped them win the Finals. “Teamwork is the most important factor during the qualifiers especially during the Finals earlier, during the finals is where we showed our team's chemistry. Teamwork is what brings a team together, that’s why we focused and constantly practiced our team work again.,” they stated. 

After their big win at the Manila Qualifiers, FEU and New Zealand Creamery will now advance to the National Finals on April 27, alongside Team Elite, Coach J Hoops Academy (CJHA-B), Kamacayan, and Falcons Blue. The eventual winners will secure their spot in the highly anticipated Red Bull Half Court World Finals in New York City, which will take place from October 16-21. This prestigious event brings together the best streetball teams from around the globe for a showdown of skill, athleticism, and sheer passion for the game.

Photo Provided by Mags Reyes

To keep up with team FEU, Team Elite, CJHA-B , Kamacayan, New Zealand Creamery, and Falcons Blue and their journey to greatness, follow them along at the official Red Bull website and social media pages (Facebook | Twitter | Instagram | Tiktok).