Canada earn first FIBA U18 AmeriCup gold medal

LEON (Mexico) – Canada captured the gold medal at the FIBA U18 AmeriCup 2026 on Sunday, defeating the United States 67–65 in the Final at Domo de la Feria in León, Mexico. The Canadians lifted the trophy for the first time in tournament history, while the United States collected their second silver medal. Earlier in the day, Brazil defeated Puerto Rico 83–77 in the Third-Place Game to secure their fifth bronze medal. Canada's Javion Tyndale was named the tournament's Most Valuable Player after helping lead his team to the title. The point guard headlined the All-Star Five alongside his teammate Lyris Robinson (CAN), Quentin Coleman (USA), Pedro Souza (BRA), and Felipe Quiñones (PUR).

Also read

June 7 Recap: Canada upset USA in historic win; Brazil claim bronze medal

Canada dominate the glass, set FIBA U18 AmeriCup records

Final Standings

1. USA 2. Canada 3. Brazil 4. Puerto Rico 5. Argentina 6. Venezuela 7. Dominican Republic 8. Mexico

Canada, the United States, Brazil, and Puerto Rico will represent the Americas at the FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup 2027.

Also read

USA, Canada punch their ticket to FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup 2027

Puerto Rico, Brazil qualify for FIBA U19 Basketball World Cup 2027

FIBA