The Bon Air Basketball Court in Arouca will transform into a hub of festive athleticism on December 26 as Basketball Fan TT presents the 2025 3×3 Christmas Cup competition. Scheduled for a 4 pm tip-off on Boxing Day, this community-centered event aims to surpass last year’s participation numbers by attracting double-digit teams to the court.
Beyond mere competition, the tournament embodies a deeper mission of social cohesion and seasonal generosity. According to organizers, the event represents “a powerful expression of togetherness, generosity and hope” that utilizes basketball as a vehicle for community upliftment during the holiday period. The initiative seamlessly merges competitive sport with festive celebration while generating meaningful community impact.
Basketball Fan TT, an NGO dedicated to advancing 3×3 basketball throughout Trinidad and Tobago and the broader region, designed the Christmas Cup to reflect its core mission of making basketball accessible, inclusive, and transformative. The organization emphasizes creating safe environments for youth development, positive social interaction, and community empowerment through athletic engagement.
The defending champions Three Wise Men—featuring local standouts Jason Friday, Tyrik Singh, and Jelani Valley—will face new challengers in this year’s edition. However, according to national player and Basketball Fan TT president Moriba De Freitas, victory represents only one aspect of the tournament’s broader purpose.
“This event is about more than wins and losses,” De Freitas stated. “Christmas Cup is about giving back, inspiring belief and reminding our communities of the power of unity. Basketball is the spark, but community is the flame.”
The 2025 iteration will additionally serve as a collaborative platform for corporate partners, community organizations, and volunteers to spread holiday cheer through activations and on-site engagement. The organizers are welcoming charitable donations, positioning the Christmas Cup as a demonstration of what becomes achievable when athleticism, community service, and passion converge.