Organisers of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, on Tuesday, have confirmed the nations set to compete in the 3×3 Basketball competition this summer, thus marking a major milestone for a sport that made its debut just four years ago at Birmingham 2022.
Taking place at the SEC Centre from 24th July to 29th July 2026, the incredibly high-octane 3×3 Basketball has become one of the most exciting and accessible versions of basketball on the global stage with its urban roots and festival-like atmosphere.
It is played by two teams of three players, using one hoop and a 12-second shot clock to keep the action constantly moving. Games last just 10 minutes or end earlier if a team reaches 21 points, creating a high-energy, quickfire style of play that showcases speed, skill and agility.
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Following the strong reception from fans to its first Commonwealth Games appearance in Birmingham 2022, the 3×3 Basketball programme has been expanded from eight teams per gender to 12 per gender for Glasgow 2026, demonstrating the rapid growth and rising global appeal of the exciting format.
The full list of qualified nations for Men’s 3×3 basketball competition are Australia, Cayman Islands, Fiji, Guyana, Jamaica, Kenya, Malaysia, New Zealand, Nigeria, Scotland, Singapore and European Qualification Slot – Nation TBC.
For the women, the countries are Australia, Cayman Islands, Fiji, Jamaica, Kenya, Papua New Guinea, Scotland, Singapore, Tonga, Uganda and European Qualification Slot – Nation TBC.
Scotland, as the host nation, secures automatic entry in both the men’s and women’s tournaments.
Taofeek Lawal
