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The vivo 3×3 Basketball Challenge Year 2 reached its conclusion with a spectacular Grand Finals held last August 16-17, 2024 at the SM Mall of Asia (MOA) Music Hall, showcasing the very best of 3×3 basketball talent from across Metro Manila. After thrilling games at various mall stops, the final matches did not disappoint, delivering intense action and memorable moments.
In the men’s division, Adamson emerged as the champions, securing a decisive 21-14 victory over Sports Flooring Kings. The team — comprising of Cade Ronzone, Mat Edding, Renzo Competente, and Adel Manzon — demonstrated exceptional teamwork and skill to take home the top prize. The women’s division was a nail-biter with Army Altama narrowly defeating New Zealand Creamery by a single point, 19-18. The team, featuring France May Cabinbin, Camille Sambile, Nathalia Prado, and Love Joy Sto. Domingo showcased incredible grit and determination. The teams received vivo Y28 smartphones, Php30,000 in cash, medals, and a prestigious championship trophy. The vivo Y28 boasts a 6000mAh all-day battery and high-level water and dust resistance.
The first runners-up in both divisions pushed the champions to their limits. Sports Flooring Kings in the men’s division and New Zealand Creamery in the women’s division delivered strong performances that kept fans on the edge of their seats. For their efforts, each player received a vivo Y18 smartphone, along with medals, while each team earned a trophy and Php20,000 in cash. The vivo Y18 has a 50MP HD main camera that can take clear, vivid, and stunning night shots. The competition was fierce throughout the tournament and the second runners-up deserve special mention. Enverga Wildcats secured third place in the men’s division while Uratex Dream took the same honor in the women’s division. Both teams were awarded vivo Y03 smartphones, Php15,000 in cash, medals, and trophies. The third runners-up, Stay Groovie in the men’s division and RTU Lady Thunders in the women’s division, also walked away with vivo Y03 smartphones, medals, and trophies, recognizing their strong performances throughout the event. The vivo Y03 is equipped with 128 GB storage, Multi-Turbo 5.5, and CoolTech Hyper Engine Gaming Technology – making it an affordable gaming smartphone.
Adding to the excitement of the Grand Finals was a thrilling Slam Dunk Competition judged by Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) stars Keith Datu, Brandon Bates, and Jordan Bartlett. The competition was a crowd-pleaser with David Carlos delivering a winning performance that outshone his competitors Ashon Andrews and Thomas Reed. Those who have missed the live event can watch the recap and relive the excitement of the Grand Finals on vivo Philippines' official Facebook page. As part of vivo's efforts in championing basketball talent in the Philippines as the official smartphone partner of the National Basketball Association (NBA), the vivo 3×3 Basketball Challenge Year 2 was not just a showcase of top-tier basketball talent but also a celebration of the passion, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit that defines the sport. With unforgettable matches and enthusiastic support from fans, the event was a huge success, setting the stage for even more exciting basketball action in the years to come.
