SAN SALVADOR (El Salvador) – Michelle Plouffe of Canada was named Most Valuable Player of the FIBA 3x3 AmeriCup 2026 on Sunday after leading her country to the women’s title.
Plouffe was at the heart of Canada’s championship run, delivering when it mattered most. She scored eight points in the Quarter-Final victory over Chile, followed with 11 in the Semi-Final win against Colombia, and added nine more in the 21-12 Final triumph over the USA.
Canada’s victory marked their third AmeriCup women’s gold and their first since 2024. Plouffe’s leadership and production proved instrumental as the team navigated the knockout rounds and reclaimed the continental crown.
Throughout the tournament, Plouffe stood out as the competition’s most impactful player, finishing first in player value (49.8) and total points (41). She also led all players in offensive rebounds (12) and one-pointers made (23), while ranking third in blocks (3).
Her all-around excellence earned her the MVP honor, capping a memorable campaign and a championship-winning performance for Canada.
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