Many children start their basketball journey by learning the fundamentals of the game – dribbling, passing, shooting, and teamwork. As they gain confidence and improve their basic skills, parents often begin to ask an important question: What is the next step in their basketball development? For young athletes in Singapore who are ready to move...
For many parents in Singapore, enrolling their child in basketball training is not only about learning a sport but also about building confidence, discipline, and teamwork. However, one common question parents ask is: what basketball skills should beginners actually learn first? Before young players think about advanced moves or complex plays, they need to build...
The FIBA 3×3 World Cup Qualifier is a relatively small tournament with very little fillers in it: six men’s teams, six women’s teams, and only three World Cup places available in each competition. In a format this fast and unforgiving, there is no time to ease into anything. Every possession matters, every mistake costs, and...
From staging 3×3’s first official international competition in 2010 to hosting the FIBA 3×3 World Cup Qualifier this year and the FIBA 3×3 World Cup next year, Singapore’s bond with the sport has grown deeper with time. The local teams are sharper, the crowd is more knowing, and the atmosphere at OCBC Square now feels...
Egypt may not be among the most heralded teams in this weekend’s FIBA 3×3 World Cup Qualifier, and their route to qualification looks steep. But between Soraya Mohamed and Mido Taha, they may have the two most entertaining players in the tournament – always capable of bringing some unpredictability and flair, and perhaps some upsets...
More than just an Asia Cup story – with the FIBA 3×3 World Cup Qualifier deciding their fate at the same venue next week, the Philippines have placed their hopes in a reworked women’s team, with a higher ceiling in mind and two consecutive chances to find out quickly whether this new version can take...
South Korea begin their FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup campaign in the qualifiers with little expectation. But with rising star Lee Juyeong leading a well-balanced young side, they may be far more dangerous than their seeding suggests. By Wong Chin Yi South Korea arrive in Singapore without much fanfare around them. The 17th-seeded team is clearly...
Seeded second and fresh from a run to the World Cup final, Mongolia’s women no longer look like just an emerging force. With Khulan Onolbaatar leading an established core and 19-year-old phenom Nandinkhusel Nyamjav adding a fearless new edge, they head to FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2026 looking like to win it all. By Wong...
Fresh from a demanding stretch on home ground at the Champions Cup in Bangkok, Thailand arrive at the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup with a lineup that just makes sense By Wong Chin Yi Thailand’s men come into the Asia Cup with valuable experience in the rear-view mirror: earlier in March, they had three games on...
Basketball is one of the fastest-growing sports for young athletes around the world, and in Singapore more parents are encouraging their daughters to participate in sports that build confidence, teamwork, and resilience. For girls who are interested in learning basketball or improving their skills, having access to the right training environment can make a significant...
Is melatonin safe for kids who play sports? Many parents in Singapore are now asking: Should my child take melatonin to sleep better? Will it help recovery after basketball training? Is melatonin safe for young athletes? With busy school schedules, late-night screen use and evening sports training, sleep has become one of the biggest concerns...
Recovery is more than just using sports recovery tools. For young athletes who train regularly, the most powerful recovery methods are often the simplest and most overlooked. These habits help young players train consistently, prevent injuries and build long-term performance. Recovery Is More Than Just Tools While recovery tools like massage guns and compression devices...