More than just an Asia Cup story – with the FIBA 3×3 World Cup Qualifier deciding their fate at the same venue next week, the Philippines have placed their hopes in a reworked women’s team, with a higher ceiling in mind and two consecutive chances to find out quickly whether this new version can take...
South Korea begin their FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup campaign in the qualifiers with little expectation. But with rising star Lee Juyeong leading a well-balanced young side, they may be far more dangerous than their seeding suggests. By Wong Chin Yi South Korea arrive in Singapore without much fanfare around them. The 17th-seeded team is clearly...
Seeded second and fresh from a run to the World Cup final, Mongolia’s women no longer look like just an emerging force. With Khulan Onolbaatar leading an established core and 19-year-old phenom Nandinkhusel Nyamjav adding a fearless new edge, they head to FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup 2026 looking like to win it all. By Wong...
Fresh from a demanding stretch on home ground at the Champions Cup in Bangkok, Thailand arrive at the FIBA 3×3 Asia Cup with a lineup that just makes sense By Wong Chin Yi Thailand’s men come into the Asia Cup with valuable experience in the rear-view mirror: earlier in March, they had three games on...
Basketball is one of the fastest-growing sports for young athletes around the world, and in Singapore more parents are encouraging their daughters to participate in sports that build confidence, teamwork, and resilience. For girls who are interested in learning basketball or improving their skills, having access to the right training environment can make a significant...
Is melatonin safe for kids who play sports? Many parents in Singapore are now asking: Should my child take melatonin to sleep better? Will it help recovery after basketball training? Is melatonin safe for young athletes? With busy school schedules, late-night screen use and evening sports training, sleep has become one of the biggest concerns...
Recovery is more than just using sports recovery tools. For young athletes who train regularly, the most powerful recovery methods are often the simplest and most overlooked. These habits help young players train consistently, prevent injuries and build long-term performance. Recovery Is More Than Just Tools While recovery tools like massage guns and compression devices...
As more children join basketball training and youth sports programmes in Singapore, parents are searching for the best recovery tools for young athletes. With growing training loads, proper sports recovery is becoming just as important as skill development. The right recovery tools can support performance, reduce fatigue and help young players stay consistent in basketball...
Makoto Hiejima: Still Setting the Standard In an exclusive sit-down with Jumpshot SG, Japanese basketball star Makoto Hiejima shared insights from a career that has spanned more than a decade at the top of Asian basketball. A former B.League MVP and long-time national-team mainstay, Hiejima discussed Japan’s recent surge on the world stage, his transformation...
The Giant Within: Yuta Tabuse and the Heart of Japanese Basketball [Jumpshot SG Exclusive Interview] Small in stature but huge in spirit, the first Japan-born NBA player redefined what it means to belong on basketball’s biggest stage By Wong Chin Yi Yuta Tabuse arrived at the interview the same way he once approached defenders –...
Having reached world No. 35, Jumpshot SG continues to raise Singapore’s 3×3 profile with blend of global talent, local ambition and youth development. SINGAPORE, Oct. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Jumpshot Singapore, the nation’s first professional 3×3 basketball team, has reached a new milestone by climbing to #35 in the FIBA 3×3 Team Rankings, the highest-ever position achieved by a Singapore-based...
True fitness is more than just stamina or skill, it’s about having a body that is strong, mobile, and resilient at any age. Whether you’re a child developing coordination, a youth preparing for competition, or an adult aiming to stay fit and injury-free, the right foundation makes all the difference. That’s why Jumpshot is...