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The tournament had not only a sports but also a humanitarian goal – to save a child's life
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On Sunday, February 2, at the sports hall of the “Sava Kerković” school in Ljig, Serbia, the first international 3×3 basketball tournament was held under the patronage of the Serbian Basketball Association (KSS Srbije) and MTS3x3. The event, broadcast on Arena Sport channels as well as streamed on YouTube, brought together the strongest teams not only from Serbia but also from across the Balkan region.

After intense matches, four teams made it to the semifinals: Wild West, Zagreb, Serbian3x3Academy, and Aviator 3×3 Loćika. In the final game, the Zagreb team celebrated victory, showcasing exceptional skill and teamwork.

In addition to its sporting aspect, the tournament had an important humanitarian goal: all funds collected during the event will be directed toward the treatment of a young girl named Dorotea. A donation box was set up at the entrance to the hall, allowing anyone — from spectators to tournament participants — to contribute.

Photo: Maxim Konankov