The Red Bull Streetball Challenge is back to provide Filipino ballers with the venue to showcase their skills and a chance to play in the World Final.
The biggest 3-on-3 streetball tournament, Red Bull Half Court, returns to the Philippines for a brand-new season filled with unmatched energy, raw determination, and high-stakes action. This is the ultimate battlefield for rising local talent as they compete for a chance to represent the Philippines at the Red Bull Half Court World Final in the UAE in November.
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.
“Year after year, Red Bull Half court continues to push the game forward,” said legendary NBA shooting coach Chris ‘Lethal Shooter’ Matthews. “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 3×3 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 21 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.
In partnership with 7-Eleven, Red Bull Half Court will hold a new two-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.
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