SHILLONG, Oct 22: Kingsmen and D Fence emerged champions in the men’s and women’s open categories, respectively, at the second DREAM 3×3 Basketball Tournament 2026, which concluded at Pearly Dew Higher Secondary School here.
Held on October 17, 19 and 20, the tournament featured competition across four categories, bringing together basketball players from the region.
Kingsmen defeated Langsning to win the men’s open title, while D Fence finished ahead of Langsning in the women’s open category.In the veteran men’s section, Millennial Knights claimed the title, with Quad Squad finishing runners-up. Langsning A won the veteran women’s category, while Langsning B secured the runners-up position.
Cash prize cheques were presented to the winning and runners-up teams by office-bearers of the East Khasi Hills District Basketball Association (EKHDBA).
Those present included general secretary Symper Ryntathiang, senior vice-president Sharon Lyngdoh, executive member Gordon M S Rynjah and technical committee convenor Willam Nongkynrih.
Organised by DUBAKH Sports Pvt. Ltd. in collaboration with DREAM, the tournament aimed to encourage grassroots basketball development, expand competitive opportunities and strengthen community participation in the sport.The organisers thanked the participating teams, officials, volunteers, supporters and Pearly Dew Higher Secondary School for their contribution to the event.