Taho Story and Uratex Dream Team Claim Red Bull Half Court National Title, Set to Compete at Dubai World Final This November
The Red Bull Half Court National Finals united top 3-on-3 basketball teams from Davao, Cebu, Manila, and WildCards for an intense, one-day competition on October 25, 2025, at Parqal, Aseana City.
The tournament used Red Bull Half Court’s high-octane ruleset, featuring a 12-second shot clock and a match cap of 10 minutes or 21 points. This demanded quick execution, tight defense, and sharp decision-making on every possession.
But the National Final wasn’t just about competition – it was a full on streetball celebration. Hosted by MC Pao Avila who helped elevate the event with his insight and charm. The Philippine All Stars lit up the stage with a high energy dance performance, while Stance Philippines rolled in with a slick Street Car Showcase, turning heads with custom rides. Plus, the HoopJeep partnership added a mobile court bringing streetball culture to life. Fans got inon the action with their own contests.
Like the Dunk Competition judged on creativity and sheer wow factor. While the Two-Point Shootout, where sharpshooters fired clutch shots in a 60-second frenzy, lighting up the sidelines with every swish. These moments captured theevent’s unique blend of basketball, culture, and community energy.
Taho Story brought relentless hustle and razor-sharp precision, battling through a fierce elimination gauntlet to outplay Fit’ N’ Grind in a clutch 9–5 showdown, claiming the men’snational championship throne.Taho Story shared that their game plan throughout the tournament was to focus on defenseand ensure that each member understood their role on the court. “Even if one of us makes amistake, we motivate each other to keep focused in the game,” said one of Taho Story’s team members.
As they prepare for the World Finals in Dubai, the team expressed their pride anddetermination to showcase the heart and fighting spirit of Filipino basketball players. “It’s overwhelming for us to be representing the country,” said another member. “It’s a goodopportunity for us to improve our 3×3 game.” To their fellow Filipinos, the team shared amessage of gratitude and encouragement: “Keep on supporting us, it will for sure motivate usto keep bringing our A-game against other teams.”
While the women’s team, Uratex Dream lit up the women’s bracket, outshining rival teamUratex Tibay in a heart-pounding, down-to-the-wire final, sealing the deal with a 22–8 triumph in the final match.
Uratex Dream emphasized their overall strategy was to rely on their teammates and training. Keeping each other focused while sticking to the gameplan their coach taught them. “You can see how well our preparation translated well into our game. No slowing down, just keepworking hard,” said a Uratex Dream team member.
As a returning team from last year’s Red Bull Half Court World Finals, they shared theirexcitement and determination heading into Dubai. “We’re excited to represent the Philippines on the world stage. We’ll do our best to earn the Championship Title in Dubai.” The team alsotook a moment to encourage fans to continue supporting women’s basketball and follow their journey in the World Finals. With the national crown in the bag, Taho Story and Uratex Dream are hyped to ball out at the World Finals in Dubai in November. They’re ready to throw down against the best 3-on-3crews from 19 other countries. The global stage is lit, the stakes are high, and Team Philippinesis geared up to drop buckets and chase international streetball glory. Rally behind Taho Story and Uratex Dream as they carry the flag to the global stage at the Red Bull Half Court World Final in Dubai from November 27 to 29. Catch every clutch moment and stay in the loop by visiting the official Red Bull website and following Red Bull Philippineson social media.
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