Manchester Qualifier 2026
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UNDER 14 BOYS – Game Report & Standings (15th August)
The Manchester stop of the Ball Out 3x3 Tour delivered another strong showing from the Under 14 Boys division. High‑tempo play, disciplined defence, and confident shot‑making defined the afternoon as four teams battled for a place in the National Finals.
Semi-Finals
Kings (GBR) vs KSLN (GBR)
Score: 7 – 15 Time: 12:45 PM • Court #04 KSLN came out firing, using aggressive drives and tight defensive rotations to build an early lead. Kings fought hard to stay within reach, but KSLN’s physicality and composure sealed their spot in the final.
ELITE BLACK U14 (GBR) vs TRIK (GBR)
Score: 7 – 5 Time: 12:45 PM • Court #03 A gritty, low‑scoring battle saw ELITE BLACK edge past TRIK. Strong rebounding and late-game execution proved decisive as ELITE BLACK booked their place in the championship game.
🏆 Final – UNDER 14 BOYS
ELITE BLACK U14 (GBR) vs KSLN (GBR)
Score: 4 – 12 Time: 1:15 PM • Court #03 KSLN delivered a commanding performance in the final, controlling the pace from the opening possession. Their defensive pressure forced turnovers and created easy scoring opportunities, allowing them to pull away and claim the Manchester U14 Boys title.
Final Standings
KSLN (GBR) – Manchester Qualifier Champions
ELITE BLACK U14 (GBR) – Runner-Up
Kings (GBR) – Semi-Finalist
TRIK (GBR) – Semi-Finalist
Under 14 Girls Division
The Manchester stop of the Ball Out 3x3 National Tour delivered another brilliant showcase of rising talent, and the Under 14 Girls Final capped the day with intensity, teamwork, and fearless play.
In The Zone came into the final locked in and focused, pushing the tempo early and applying pressure on both ends of the floor. Secret Weapons battled hard and kept the game competitive, but In The Zone’s ability to convert key possessions proved decisive.
In a well‑contested matchup, In The Zone secured the win 10–8.
Final Standings – Under 14 Girls
In The Zone – Champions
Secret Weapons – Runners‑Up
Under 16 Boys Division
The Under 16 Boys category in Manchester delivered a high‑energy bracket, with both semi‑finals showcasing physical defence, confident scoring, and standout individual performances. The pathway to the final was competitive, but two teams rose above the rest to battle for the Manchester title.
🏀 Semi‑Finals
FBL (GBR) vs Phoenix Bums (GBR) Score: 15 – 3 FBL came out firing, dominating from the opening possession. Their defensive pressure forced turnovers, and their transition scoring proved too much for Phoenix Bums. A commanding win sent FBL through to the final.
All Ball (GBR) vs KCME (GBR) Score: 8 – 15 KCME controlled the tempo with disciplined offence and strong rebounding. All Ball fought hard to stay within reach, but KCME’s consistency sealed their spot in the championship game.
🏆 Final – Under 16 Boys
KCME (GBR) vs FBL (GBR) Score: 9 – 11 The final delivered a tight, competitive matchup. KCME pushed the pace and kept the scoreboard close throughout, but FBL’s composure in key possessions made the difference. With clutch scoring down the stretch, FBL claimed the Manchester U16 Boys title.
Final Standings – Under 16 Boys
FBL (GBR) – Champions
KCME (GBR) – Runners‑Up
Phoenix Bums (GBR) – Semi‑Finalist – Qualified
All Ball (GBR) – Semi‑Finalist – Qualified
All four semi‑finalists qualify for the Ball Out 3x3 National Finals on 22nd August.
Under 18 Men Division
The Under 18 Men division in Manchester delivered one of the day’s most competitive brackets, with high‑level scoring, physical defence, and standout individual performances across both semi‑finals. The energy courtside was electric as four strong teams battled for a place in the final.
🏀 Semi‑Finals
Fantastic Four (GBR) vs Unethical Hoops (GBR) Score: 16 – 9 Fantastic Four set the tone early with aggressive drives and confident perimeter shooting. Their defensive intensity kept Unethical Hoops from finding rhythm, allowing Fantastic Four to pull away and secure a convincing win.
Outsiders (GBR) vs Puss In Boots (GBR) Score: 9 – 15 Puss In Boots executed with discipline, controlling the pace and capitalising on key possessions. Outsiders fought to stay within reach, but Puss In Boots’ consistency and late‑game composure earned them a well‑deserved spot in the final.
🏆 Final – Under 18 Men
Puss In Boots (GBR) vs Fantastic Four (GBR) Score: 13 – 11 The final was a tight, high‑quality matchup from start to finish. Fantastic Four brought intensity and physicality, but Puss In Boots responded with smart decision‑making and clutch scoring. In a game that stayed close throughout, Puss In Boots edged ahead in the final moments to claim the Manchester U18 Men title.
Final Standings – Under 18 Men
Puss In Boots (GBR) – Champions
Fantastic Four (GBR) – Runners‑Up
Unethical Hoops (GBR) – Semi‑Finalist – Qualified
Outsiders (GBR) – Semi‑Finalist – Qualified
All four semi‑finalists qualify for the Ball Out 3x3 National Finals on 22nd August.
Credit: @kwtc.photography
Recreation Men Division
The Recreation Men division in Manchester delivered a competitive and fast‑paced bracket, with all four teams bringing energy and physical play into the semi‑finals. The path to the final produced two standout performances before Just Vibin’ and Sheff Citeh met on Court #03 to decide the Manchester title.
Semi‑Finals
Squad Zero 3x3 B (GBR) vs Just Vibin’ (GBR) Score: 10 – 15 Just Vibin’ showed sharp execution and strong defensive pressure, controlling the game from early on. Squad Zero battled hard but couldn’t slow down Just Vibin’s scoring rhythm, sending them confidently into the final.
Sheff Citeh (GBR) vs Mhmmm Cookies (GBR) Score: 12 – 9 Sheff Citeh delivered a composed and physical performance, using smart decision‑making and strong finishing to outlast Mhmmm Cookies. Their late‑game control secured their place in the championship matchup.
Final – Recreation Men
Sheff Citeh (GBR) vs Just Vibin’ (GBR) Score: 7 – 15 The final showcased Just Vibin’s consistency and pace. They applied pressure from the start, forcing tough shots and limiting Sheff Citeh’s scoring opportunities. With efficient offence and disciplined defence, Just Vibin’ claimed the Manchester Recreation Men title with a strong 15–7 victory.
Final Standings – Recreation Men (Manchester Qualifier)
Just Vibin’ (GBR) – Champions
Sheff Citeh (GBR) – Runners‑Up
Squad Zero 3x3 B (GBR) – Semi‑Finalist – Qualified
Mhmmm Cookies (GBR) – Semi‑Finalist – Qualified
All four semi‑finalists qualify for the Ball Out 3x3 National Finals on 23rd August.
Credit: @kwtc.photography
Women’s Division
The Women’s division final in Manchester delivered a tight, competitive matchup, with both teams showing determination and strong defensive discipline. VERS and Les Sauvages battled possession‑for‑possession in a game that stayed close from start to finish.
Les Sauvages opened with composed ball movement and smart shot selection, while VERS responded with physical drives and pressure on the perimeter. Neither side allowed the other to pull away, creating one of the most balanced contests of the day.
In the closing moments, Les Sauvages found the decisive basket and held firm defensively to secure a narrow 8–7 victory, claiming the Manchester Women’s title.
Final Standings – Women’s Division
Les Sauvages (GBR) – Champions
VERS (GBR) – Runners‑Up
Both finalists qualify for the Ball Out 3x3 National Finals on 23rd August.
Elite Men Division
The final matchup brought intensity and high‑level scoring as TMB and Team Stacked faced off for the Manchester title. Both teams came out aggressive, trading baskets and pushing the pace in a fast, physical contest.
Team Stacked showed strong early rhythm, but TMB responded with composed offence and timely defensive stops. As the game tightened, TMB’s ability to convert under pressure became the difference.
In a competitive and entertaining final, TMB secured the victory 19–16, claiming the Manchester Women’s/Open Division championship.
Final Standings – Elite Men
TMB – Champions
Team Stacked – Runners‑Up
Both finalists qualify for the Ball Out 3x3 National Finals on 23rd August.
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