Special ASE event

ASE 3x3 Basketball Tournament 2026

On 26 September 2026, come enjoy a day dedicated to 3x3 basketball! Two streams await you: a competitive tournament for adults and a space dedicated to younger participants, with games, challenges and basketball-themed activities.

πŸ“… Saturday 26 September 2026 πŸ“ Vernier – Γ‰cole de l'Γ‰tang πŸ€ Adults & Youth categories

Two streams, one day

Choose the stream that suits you. The rules, format and schedule differ between the adult competition and the youth programme.

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Adults Stream

Competition Β· 16 and over
⏱️ 15-minute games 🎯 First to 21 pts πŸ‘₯ Teams of 3 to 5 🎟️ 16 teams max

β‘  Tournament format

  • 3-on-3 on a half-court, true to the spirit of 3x3 basketball.
  • Teams of 3 to 5 players (3 on court + 2 substitutes).
  • Group-stage games followed by a knockout bracket.
  • Fast game rotation to keep the day dynamic and flowing.

β‘‘ Key rules

  • A game is won by the first team to 21 points, or by whoever leads after 15 minutes.
  • 2 points inside the arc, 3 points beyond it.
  • Check-ball at the top of the arc after each basket.
  • Self-refereeing, with a table official stepping in to settle disputes.
  • From the 7th team foul onwards, the opposing team is awarded free throws.

β‘’ Key information

Categories

Open / Adults (16+), mixed teams welcome.

Entry fee

CHF 50 per team.

Prizes

Trophy and partner prizes for the finalists.

Eligibility

Open to everyone.

β‘£ How it works

1. Registration

Pre-register your team online using the form on this site.

2. Confirmation

Teams confirmed subject to available places.

3. Tournament

Shirt collection, briefing, group-stage games, then the final rounds.

4. Prize giving

Results and prizes handed out at the end of the day.

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Youth Stream

Activities Β· ages 6 to 15
⏱️ 6-minute games πŸŽ‰ Fun first πŸ™‹ Supervised 🎟️ 40 places

β‘  Adapted format

  • Mini 3x3 on a lowered hoop, with a ball sized for the age group.
  • Mixed teams of 3 to 5 children, formed on the day if needed.
  • Short back-to-back games, with no league table.
  • Every child plays, whatever their level.

β‘‘ Simplified rules

  • 6-minute games, or first team to 11 points.
  • Every basket counts for 1 point.
  • No free throws: play restarts from the line after a foul.
  • Volunteers and coaches supervise every court.
  • Fair play, teamwork and having fun come first.

β‘’ Key information

Categories

U8, U10, U12, U15 β€” grouped by age.

Participation

Free for children.

Prizes

A souvenir medal for every participant.

Equipment

Balls provided; sportswear recommended.

β‘£ How it works

1. Registration

Pre-register your team online using the form on this site.

2. Confirmation

Places confirmed subject to availability.

3. Warm-up, workshops and mini-games

Skills challenges and games to ease into the day. Friendly matches by age group.

4. Snack & medals

Souvenir medals handed out to every child.

Schedule for the day

Each stream follows its own schedule. The children in the morning, the adult competition in the afternoon.

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Adults Schedule

From 10:30 to 20:30
10:30 – 12:30
Shirts, bags and team allocation.
12:30 – 13:30
Lunch break β€” free time to eat.
13:30 – 14:00
Briefing.
14:00 – 16:00
Group stage.
16:00 – 19:00
Knockout rounds, final and third-place play-off.
19:00 – 19:30
Prize giving.
19:30 – 20:30
Pack-down.
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Youth Schedule

From 10:30 to 12:30
10:30 – 11:00
Shirts, bags and team allocation.
11:00 – 11:30
Games and challenges to warm up.
11:30 – 12:15
Children's games.
12:15 – 12:30
Medals and prizes.
12:30 – 13:30
Lunch break β€” free time to eat.

Ready to register your team?

Fill in the registration form in a few minutes and send us your request by email.

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