Victoria's Tyler Felt and newcomer Cole Bekkering are set to debut for Team Canada in the FIBA 3x3 Nations League Americas South in Asunción, Paraguay, from July 20-26. They join a U21 men's squad comprised of six athletes, all making their national and 3x3 debuts, under head coach Jordan Jensen-Whyte. The team blends NCAA and U SPORTS talent and aims to showcase its athleticism and skill against competitors from across the Americas. This opportunity follows the success of their Vikes teammates, who represented Canada in last year's tournament.

By the Numbers
  • Felt averaged 5.1 points and 2.7 rebounds per game in the recent U SPORTS season.
  • Canada competes in six tournaments over seven days, with daily pool play and finals determining the best-ranked team.
State of Play
  • The Canadian team opens against Argentina on July 20 at 3:15 p.m. ET / 12:15 p.m. PT.
  • All games will be streamed live on the FIBA 3x3 YouTube Channel.
What's Next

If Canada performs well, the team could qualify for the FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup 2026 in Wuhan, China, taking place September 15-19.

Bottom Line

The participation of Felt and Bekkering marks a significant step for their careers, offering valuable international experience that could enhance their performance in the upcoming U SPORTS season.