Canada ended the 2026 FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series impressively by defeating Japan 20-10 in the final at the Takasaki stop to claim their second title of the season following their victory in Shanghai in May. The top-seeded Canadian team dominated throughout the tournament, starting with a flawless performance in Pool A and continuing with a 21-9 win over China in the quarterfinals and a 22-12 victory against Neftchi SOCAR in the semifinals. Paige Crozon showcased her skills against China, scoring 11 points and grabbing eight rebounds, while Merissah Russell contributed with eight points in the semifinal match.
In the final showdown, Canada took an early lead and maintained control until the end, ultimately securing a convincing 20-10 win over Japan to clinch the Takasaki title. Russell’s outstanding performance earned her the Takasaki MVP title, leading the tournament in player value (45.3) and drives (12), while also ranking second in total points (32) and highlights (17).
Despite their remarkable success in the Women’s Series, Canada will not be proceeding to the Project Redwings Shanghai Final in September.