The spotlight turns to Pampanga as the SBP 3×3 Zone 3 Finals brings together the region’s most promising young basketball talents for an electrifying day of competition on May 10, 2026, starting 7:00 AM at the Bacolor Mini Convention Center.
Organized by the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas, the tournament serves as the culminating event for Central Luzon’s top youth teams, all vying for a coveted spot in the SBP 3×3 Pambansang Tatluhan National Finals in Manila.
A total of 16 teams each in the Boys and Girls Under-16 divisions will battle it out in a fast-paced, high-intensity format, showcasing skill, teamwork, and determination. The competition is open to players born in 2010 and beyond, highlighting the next generation of Filipino basketball standouts.
Winners in both divisions will earn the honor of representing Region 3 on the national stage, carrying the pride of Central Luzon into the country’s premier grassroots 3×3 tournament.
The road to the finals has drawn participation from across the region, with qualifiers held in key provinces and cities, including:
- Aurora
- Bataan
- Bulacan
- Nueva Ecija
- Pampanga
- Tarlac
- Zambales
- Angeles City
- Olongapo City
- Tarlac City
- Cabanatuan City
- Mabalacat City
- Malolos City
- City of San Fernando
- Meycauayan City
- Baliuag City
With stakes high and energy even higher, the Zone 3 Finals promises a thrilling showcase of grassroots basketball at its finest—where young athletes not only compete for victory, but also for the chance to make their mark on the national stage.
Players are expected to bring their squads, elevate their game, and seize the moment in what is shaping up to be a defining event for youth basketball in Central Luzon.
