Trinidad and Tobago’s 3×3 basketballers begin their main-draw campaign at the 2026 FIBA 3×3 AmeriCup in El Salvador today, with Canada standing between them and a positive start in Group C.

Team TTO will also face Mexico in the group as they look to build on their successful qualification campaign and advance to the knockout stages of the tournament.

The quartet of Tyrik Singh, Tyrese Fields, Jelani Valley, and Jason Friday, under the guidance of coach Christopher Jackson, secured their place in the main draw with two successive victories after an opening setback in the qualifying round.

Trinidad and Tobago suffered a 17-14 defeat to Saint Lucia in their first qualifying match but responded impressively, beating the Cayman Islands 21-12 before overcoming Honduras 21-14 to seal qualification.

They now face a tougher challenge against Canada and Mexico, with their performances in Group C determining their progression in the competition.

The AmeriCup carries added significance, as the eventual champions will secure a place at the 2027 FIBA 3×3 Champions Cup.

The tournament also provides an opportunity for teams to improve their continental rankings as the qualification pathway towards the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games continues.