AMSTERDAM (Netherlands) - After a memorable opener in Chengdu, the FIBA 3x3 Women's Series 2025 moves to a loaded Amsterdam stop on May 16-17.
Let's take a closer look at the second event on this season's women's circuit.
The Favorites
We just have to start with top seed Netherlands, who are formidable to beat at home and are coming off the title in Chengdu. They bring back the same title-winning players, including MVP Noortje Driessen who proved exactly why she is the No.1 player in the women's game.
But this draw is stacked with talent and the host might at some stage have to encounter No.2 Canada, who bring back MVP Saicha Grant-Allen. You will want to keep your eyes out on this scoring machine.
No.3 Poland are always a title threat and have a long history of success on the Women's Series. Their chances of a deep run might rest with Anna Pawłowska, the heart and soul of this proud Poland team.
Underlining the deep talent of the Dutchwomen, the country's young guns will be on deck for Amsterdam U25 and they will be crowd pleasers. Zoe Slagter is a superstar in the making and she wants to mix it with the best in the business.
The Field
It's not just about the big guns because there are plenty of teams capable of going on deep runs. Fifth seed Czechia will get an early test against Amsterdam U25 and they've got considerable firepower of their own with Katerina Galickova loving nothing more than going toe-to-toe with superstars.
Any team from 3x3 power Latvia means business and their women's team in Amsterdam will be no exception, while Puerto Rico finished fourth at last year's AmeriCup after Ashley Torres went on a heater.
Former World Cup winner Italy can never be written off and they still have that championship DNA with legendary Raelin D'Alie ready to rock out another season.
Pools
How to watch The two-day extravaganza is on May 16-17 and you can follow it live on the FIBA 3x3 YouTube and Facebook pages.
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