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The first ever Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup will take place from December 5 through 7 2025, in San Juan, Puerto Rico, bringing together 200 Athletes & Unified Partners from 40 countries to compete in an exciting, fast-paced competition that highlights the talent, teamwork, and determination of people with intellectual disabilities.
Why cover this event?
Sport with Purpose
Three-on-three basketball is fast, dynamic, and perfect for showcasing the power of teamwork, passion, and overcoming challenges.
International Event
Athletes from all over the world participate in 40 teams, united by a common goal: to break down barriers through sport.
Athlete Voices
Top athletes, coaches, ambassadors/celebrities, and families are available for interviews. They are the protagonists of inspiring stories.
Coverage with Impact
Telling these stories is a powerful way to raise awareness of intellectual disability and promote a more inclusive society.
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Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup Opens with Powerful Celebration of Inclusion
[San Juan, Puerto Rico, 4 December 2025] The inaugural Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup tipped off this evening with an inspiring Opening Ceremony in San Juan, uniting hundreds of athletes, dignitaries, performers and fans for an unforgettable celebration of sport, culture and inclusion.
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Puerto Rico Welcomes the World to the First-Ever Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup
[San Juan, Puerto Rico - 4 December 2025] The wait is almost over. This week, Puerto Rico will make history as it welcomes basketball players from around the world to the first-ever Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cup, a global celebration of sport, inclusion, and equality, taking place December 5 – 7, 2025, at Distrito T-Mobile, San Juan.
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Fostering Inclusive Societies through the Power of Sport
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