City Hoops Won Under Armour Asia Championships
The U14 squad dominated the final in Shanghai with a 93-64 victory over Peking University High School.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Basketball
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City Hoops U14 finished the Under Armour Asia Basketball Championships in Shanghai unbeaten. The team secured the title by defeating Peking University High School 93-64 in the final game.
Why it matters
This undefeated run highlights the effectiveness of the program's defensive-minded development strategy. It marks a significant achievement for the organization on the regional competitive stage.
City Hoops forced nearly 30 turnovers using full-court pressure and converted 12 of 24 three-point attempts. The U12 team finished 3rd in its division, while the U15 team took 8th place.
The players
Reign Driz
He was named a co-MVP of the championship-winning U14 team.
Xian Latay
He shared co-MVP honors for his performance during the tournament.
Pau Ycasiano
He served as the head coach for the City Hoops U14 team during the event.
The details
City Hoops relied on aggressive full-court pressure defense and a high-tempo offense to overcome their opponents throughout the event. Head coach Pau Ycasiano led the squad to victory, including wins against YBL Thailand, Select China, and Riptide Elite China.
Timeline
The Under Armour Asia Basketball Championships took place from September 27-29, 2026.
The ABTC Winter tournament is scheduled for November 27-29, 2026.
Season Trajectory
This dominant performance establishes City Hoops as a primary contender in regional youth basketball. The success shifts expectations for the organization's other age groups heading into the winter circuit.
The U14 team's 93-64 win underscores the successful implementation of their high-pressure defensive system. Coaches and scouts will monitor these players as they advance to the U15 level next season.
The takeaway
The team's success demonstrates the impact of aggressive defensive metrics in youth basketball development. Players and coaches looking to improve should focus on the transition from forcing turnovers to high-percentage perimeter shooting.
What happens next
City Hoops U13 and U15 teams will compete in the ABTC Winter tournament in Busan, South Korea, scheduled for November 27 to 29, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on regional tournaments, visit the Basketball section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Tiebreaker Times.
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