Netherlands Reach 3×3 Basketball World Cup Quarterfinals

Netherlands Reach 3×3 Basketball World Cup Quarterfinals

June 3, 2026 discoverhiddenusacom Sports

The reigning world champion Dutch 3×3 basketball women have officially advanced to the quarterfinals of the World Cup in Warsaw. The team secured their position following two significant victories in their final group stage encounters.

Dominance in Warsaw

The Netherlands displayed strong form in their clash against Poland, ultimately winning 21-10. While Poland managed to keep the score tied at 3-3 early on, Noor Driessen broke the deadlock with two points to establish an 8-3 lead.

Following that surge, the victory became inevitable. Ilse Kuijt, Zoë Slagter, and Lotte van Kruistum all contributed points to ensure a comfortable win.

Did You Know? The Dutch 3×3 basketball women entered this tournament as the reigning world champions.

Overcoming Early Struggles

The path to the quarterfinals included a challenging start against Madagascar, the world’s number 48 ranked team. Oranje struggled in the opening phase, allowing Madagascar to take an early 6-3 lead.

Ilse Kuijt proved pivotal in reversing the momentum, scoring three two-pointers to reclaim the lead. The team eventually smoothed out their performance to secure a 21-12 victory.

Expert Insight: Samantha Carter notes that the ability to recover from a sloppy start against a lower-ranked opponent like Madagascar demonstrates the mental resilience required to defend a world title. The efficiency shown against Poland suggests a team finding its rhythm at the right moment.

Road to the Quarterfinals

The group stage was marked by consistent success for the Dutch squad. In addition to their recent wins, they previously defeated Azerbaijan 19-13 and the Czech Republic 12-8.

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The team is now set to compete in the quarterfinals this Saturday. While the specific opponent has not yet been determined, the reigning champions could look to maintain their winning momentum in the next round.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • When will the Dutch women play their quarterfinal match? The match is scheduled for Saturday.
  • Which players contributed to the win against Poland? Noor Driessen, Ilse Kuijt, Zoë Slagter, and Lotte van Kruistum all scored points.
  • What was the final score against Madagascar? The Netherlands won 21-12.

How do you think the reigning champions will handle the pressure of the quarterfinals?