The Red Bull Half floor National Finals lit up the floor, finishing off an incredible Philippine tour with top-tier teams from Davao, Cebu, and Manila joining WildCards for a one-day, all-or-nothing 3-on-3 basketball war.
On October 25, 2025, at Parqal in Aseana City, the country's fiercest 3-on-3 squads unleashed electrifying plays under Red Bull Half Court's high-octane rulebook, vying for glory. With a 12-second shot clock and games capped at 10 minutes or first to 21 points, every possession was important, necessitating rapid decision-making, tight defense, and swift execution.
But the National Final was more than simply a tournament; it was a full-fledged streetball festival. MC Pao Avila hosted the event, which he helped elevate with his knowledge and charisma. The Philippine All Stars wowed the audience with a high-energy dance performance, while Stance Philippines arrived with a sleek Street Car Showcase, complete with unique cars. Furthermore, the HoopJeep cooperation brought a mobile court, bringing streetball culture to life. Fans participated by organizing their own contests. Similarly, the Dunk Competition was judged on innovation and sheer wow factor. The Two-Point Shootout featured sharpshooters firing clutch shots in a 60-second frenzy, lighting up the sidelines with each swish. These moments represented the event's distinct combination of basketball, culture, and community spirit.
Taho Story showed unrelenting hustle and razor-sharp accuracy, battling through a fierce elimination gauntlet to defeat Fit' N' Grind in a crucial 9-5 battle and earn the men's national championship.
Taho Story explained that their game plan throughout the tournament was to focus on defense and make sure that everyone knew their job on the field.
As they prepare for the World Finals in Dubai, the squad expressed pride and resolve to demonstrate the heart and battling spirit of Filipino basketball players. The team expressed gratitude and inspiration to their fellow Filipinos. The women's team, Uratex Dream, dominated the women's bracket, defeating rival team Uratex Tibay in a heart-pounding, down-to-the-wire final, 22-8.
“Even if one of us makes a mistake, we motivate each other to keep focused in the game. It’s overwhelming—for us to be representing the country. It’s a good opportunity for us to improve our 3x3 game. Keep on supporting us, it will for sure motivate us to keep bringing our A-game against other teams.” ~said another member
The women's team, Uratex Dream, dominated the women's bracket, defeating rival team Uratex Tibay in a heart-pounding, down-to-the-wire final, 22-8.
Uratex Dream stated that their overall plan was to rely on their teammates and training. Keeping each other focused while adhering to the game strategy that their coach taught them.
“You can see how well our preparation translated well into our game. No slowing down, just keep working hard. We’re excited to represent the Philippines on the world stage. We’ll do our best to earn the Championship Title in Dubai.” ~said a Uratex Dream team member
As a returning team from last year's Red Bull Half Court World Finals, they expressed their excitement and drive for Dubai. The squad also took a time to encourage fans to keep supporting women's basketball and following their progress in the World Finals.
Taho Story and Uratex Dream are looking forward to competing in the World Finals in Dubai in November now that they have won the national championship. They're set to compete against the greatest 3-on-3 teams from 19 different countries. The world stage is illuminated, the stakes are high, and Team Philippines is ready to drop buckets and win international streetball championships.
Rally behind Taho Story and Uratex Dream as they represent their country on the global stage at the Red Bull Half Court World Final, which will take place in Dubai from November 27 to 29. Visit the official Red Bull website and follow Red Bull Philippines on social media to stay up to date on every clutch moment.
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