SAN SALVADOR (El Salvador) – Canada women reclaimed the crown, while the United States men completed a historic three-peat at the FIBA 3x3 AmeriCup 2026, capping an action-packed final day in San Salvador. Canada defeated defending champions USA 21-12 in the Women's Final to claim their third AmeriCup title, while the USA powered past Canada 21-15 in the Men's Final to secure their third consecutive title and fifth overall.
Canada's road back to the women's throne was built on another dominant performance from their experienced core. After dispatching Chile 18-10 in the Quarter-Finals and Colombia 21-11 in the Semi-Finals, Canada took control against the defending champions in the Final. Michelle Plouffe led the way with nine points, while Paige Crozon delivered the finishing touch as Canada closed out a commanding 21-12 victory. The triumph marked Canada's third women's AmeriCup title overall.
Plouffe was at the heart of Canada's title run and was rewarded with the Women's MVP award. She scored eight points in the Quarter-Final against Chile, exploded for 11 in the Semi-Final against Colombia, and added nine more in the championship game. Her consistent scoring and leadership anchored Canada's run back to the top of the Americas.
The United States, meanwhile, continued their dominance in the men's competition, winning a third consecutive AmeriCup title. After overcoming Mexico 21-16 in the Quarter-Finals and Brazil 17-13 in the Semi-Finals, the Americans faced Canada in the Men's Final.
Jimmer Fredette delivered a spectacular performance, erupting for 13 points as the USA defeated Canada 21-15. The Americans established an early advantage and maintained control despite Canada's attempts to close the gap. Fredette's scoring proved decisive as the USA completed an unbeaten run to first place.
Fredette was named Men's MVP after delivering throughout the knockout stage. He recorded eight points, seven rebounds and five highlights in the Quarter-Final against Mexico, added five points in the Semi-Final against Brazil, and saved his biggest scoring performance for the Final with 13 points. His shooting and experience helped the USA maintain their position at the summit of men's 3x3 basketball in the Americas.
Beyond the champions, the tournament also delivered historic breakthroughs.
Colombia's women claimed a top-three finish for the first time ever at the FIBA 3x3 AmeriCup after defeating Cuba 15-12 in the third-place game. Yuliany Paz led the way with nine points and nine rebounds, capping a remarkable campaign that began in the Qualifying Draw.
Puerto Rico's men also impressed, securing third place at the AmeriCup and fifth overall podium finish after edging Brazil 19-17.
Canada's men also enjoyed a landmark campaign, reaching their first-ever AmeriCup Men's Final before settling for second place. Their run included a dramatic 21-18 Semi-Final victory over Puerto Rico, with Willem Vreeken scoring 12 points, including five of Canada's final six points.
Awards
Women's MVP Michelle Plouffe (Canada)
Women's Team of the Tournament Michelle Plouffe (Canada) Sydney Taylor (USA) Yuliany Paz (COL)
Men's MVP Jimmer Fredette (USA)
Men's Team of the Tournament Jimmer Fredette (USA) Willem Vreeken (Canada) Bryan Gonzalez (Puerto Rico)
Men's Standings
1. United States 2. Canada 3. Puerto Rico 4. Brazil 5. Argentina 6. El Salvador 7. Chile 8. Mexico 9. Venezuela 10. Guatemala 11. Dominican Republic 12. Belize
Women's Standings
1. Canada 2. United States 3. Colombia 4. Cuba 5. Argentina 6. Paraguay 7. El Salvador 8. Chile 9. Puerto Rico 10. Mexico 11. Venezuela 12. Cayman Islands
A Memorable AmeriCup in San Salvador
The FIBA 3x3 AmeriCup 2026 delivered five days of high-intensity 3x3 basketball, with the Americas' best national teams battling for continental supremacy in the heart of San Salvador. Beyond the competition, FIBA also organized coaching clinics as well as a Media and Social Media Workshop, providing opportunities for coaches, federation representatives and team officials to develop their knowledge and skills.
The tournament also marked an important milestone for El Salvador, which will once again host the FIBA 3x3 AmeriCup 2027. From the USA men's historic third consecutive title and Canada's return to the women's throne to Colombia's first-ever AmeriCup top-three finish and Canada men's breakthrough run to the Final, the competition showcased the growing depth and quality of 3x3 basketball across the Americas.
The champions, USA (men) and Canada (women), now add the AmeriCup titles to their respective achievements, reinforcing their status among the leading 3x3 basketball nations in the region.
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About FIBA 3x3
Exciting, urban and innovative, 3x3 is inspired by several forms of streetball played worldwide and is considered the world’s number one urban team sport. Steered by FIBA, games see two teams of three players face off on a basketball half-court.
It was played successfully for the first time in international competition at the 2010 Youth Olympic Games in Singapore and since then has benefited from the launch of a yearly professional circuit for men and women (World Tour and Women’s Series respectively) and national-team competitions. 3x3 made its Olympic debut at the Tokyo 2020 Games.
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