What happened in Reus?
Valencia Basket 3x3 finished as runner‑up at the Ciutat de Reus tournament on July 4‑5, falling 21‑9 to Bilbao Miners in the final. The women's squad, composed of Lorena Segura, Frida Cecchi, Irene Broncano and Lucía Reos, opened group play with a dominant 20‑7 win over Vulcano Canarias 3x3, controlling both defense and perimeter shooting.
In the second group match they beat Agua y Jardín 3x3 14‑10, sealing first place in the group and a semifinal berth. The semifinal versus La Celeste ended 19‑11, preserving their offensive flow and guaranteeing a spot in the final. Despite the loss to Bilbao Miners, Valencia Basket 3x3 closed the event with second place and an early summer podium.
The club’s last ACB game was a 90‑105 defeat to Real Madrid on May 22 2026, and in the last five fixtures they hold a 3‑0‑2 record, having lost the two most recent games.
Why does it matter for Valencia Basket?
The runner‑up finish boosts confidence for the women's side ahead of the second stop of the Circuit PRO 3x3 FCBQ on July 11. Defensive consistency shown against Vulcano Canarias (only 7 points allowed) and offensive rebounding efficiency versus La Celeste (19‑11) indicate solid block and pick‑and‑roll chemistry.
For the club overall, the strong showing in the 3x3 format complements the ACB campaign, where the recent 3‑0‑2 (LLWWW) streak shows the team is bouncing back from two straight losses. The sub‑championship provides international experience and FIBA 3x3 ranking points, potentially increasing visibility and sponsorship.
What’s next for the squads?
The women's team prepares for the Circuit PRO 3x3 FCBQ on July 11, aiming to turn the runner‑up finish into a title. Simultaneously, the men's squad heads to the Challenger de Cáceres that weekend, a chance to add experience and points to the international ranking.
Both squads keep the goal of climbing the standings and cementing a playing identity built on perimeter defense, fast transitions, and a strong interior game. With the season just starting, Valencia Basket appears poised to keep collecting podiums and rise in national and international tournaments.