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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.
Resources for Media
Special Olympics at FIBA Open 2026: “Intense, High Energy and So Much Joy!”
Spain triumphed at last weekend’s annual FIBA Open with 42 points in total, followed by Belgium on 33 points and The Netherlands in third place on 27 points. These top teams were among a total of 15 Special Olympics Unified Basketball teams that descended on FIBA’s Patrick Baumann House of Basketball in Mies, Switzerland to compete in the annual tournament from 20 to 21 June.
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Fansided Covers Unified Sports as a Family Affair
Fansided recently covered the Special Olympics Australia women’s basketball team’s participation in the inaugural Special Olympics Unified 3x3 Basketball World Cupin Puerto Rico. The following is an excerpt from thearticle titled How One Family Is Changing Basketball in Australia with Unified Sports.
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Special Olympics Named Finalist for 2026 Cynopsis Sports Award
Coverage of the 2026 Special Olympics 3x3 Basketball Tournament in San Juan, Puerto Rico has been named a finalist in the Sports Social Impact Initiative category at the 2026 Cynopsis Sports Awards.
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