Canada’s 3×3 basketball team has made it to the semifinals of the FIBA 3×3 Olympic Qualifying Tournament, marking another milestone in their journey towards the Tokyo Olympics.
The team, consisting of Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Best, Kyle Landry, and Jelane Pryce, has been dominating the competition so far. They secured their spot in the semifinals after defeating the Netherlands 21-14 in the quarterfinals.
This is a significant achievement for Canada, as this is the first time the country has qualified for the 3×3 basketball event at the Olympics. The team has been working tirelessly to prepare for this moment, and their hard work is paying off.
Canada’s journey in the FIBA 3×3 Olympic Qualifying Tournament began with a dominant performance in the group stage. They finished with a perfect 4-0 record, defeating teams from Croatia, Germany, and Mongolia.
Their success can be attributed to their strong teamwork and chemistry on the court. The players have been able to seamlessly work together, utilizing their individual strengths to their advantage.
In the quarterfinals, Canada faced a tough opponent in the Netherlands. However, they were able to maintain their composure and execute their game plan effectively, ultimately securing their spot in the semifinals.
The team’s coach, Jermaine Anderson, expressed his pride in the team’s performance so far. He stated, “We came into this tournament with one goal in mind, and that was to qualify for the Olympics. We are one step closer to achieving that goal, and I couldn’t be prouder of this team.”
Canada’s next opponent in the semifinals will be Puerto Rico, who also have a perfect record in the tournament. It will undoubtedly be a challenging match, but the Canadian team is determined to continue their winning streak and secure their spot in the finals.
If they are successful in the semifinals, Canada will face either Slovenia or Lithuania in the finals. The top three teams in the tournament will qualify for the 3×3 basketball event at the Tokyo Olympics.
The semifinals and finals will take place on May 30th, and Canada’s 3×3 team is ready to give it their all and make history for their country. The entire nation will be cheering them on as they continue their journey towards the Olympics.
