Half Court Havoc Mumbai: Company & Western Warriors Crowned Champs
Organized by AISTS, the semi-pro 3x3 showdown at Don Bosco Matunga on December 8 saw 20 teams battling it out for top honours.
Mumbai, December 10, 2024: The courts of Don Bosco Matunga buzzed with excitement as Half Court Havoc, a high-paced semi-professional 3x3 basketball tournament hosted by AISTS India, concluded with thrilling performances on December 8.
Amateur athletes showcased their talent in both the men's and women's categories, making this inaugural edition a success.
Tournament Overview
Men's Category:
Winner: Company – ₹20,000 cash prize
Runner-up: National Basketball Association (NBA) – ₹10,000 cash prize
MVP: Aaron Blessin
In the men's division, 12 teams were divided into three pools. The top three teams from each pool advanced to the knockouts, where Company from Pool B emerged victorious.
Women's Category:
Winner: Western Warriors – ₹13,000 cash prize
Runner-up: Indian Gymkhana – ₹7,000 cash prize
MVP: Shilpi Ghelot
The women’s competition saw 8 teams competing in two pools, with the top two advancing to the semifinals. Western Warriors claimed the championship in a fiercely contested final.
Teams Participated
Men's Pool A: Warrior, Navy Team 1, Don Bosco Academy (DBA), Dukes
Men's Pool B: Titans, Navy Team 2, Big Dunkers, Kasauli Tigers
Men's Pool C: Headhunters, Showtime, Nagpada Basketball Assocation (NBA), Company
Women's Pool A: Bandra YMCA, Scube, Picnic (Santra Gang), Cartoons
Women's Pool B: Western Warriors, Vadapav, Indian Gymkhana, Don Bosco
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