Shinjuku Givers Crowned Champions at 3x3.EXE PREMIER Round 7

The women’s 3x3 basketball team, Shinjuku Givers (SHINJUKU givers EXE.), achieved a remarkable victory on August 8, 2026, at the 3x3.EXE PREMIER 2026 WOMEN’S JAPAN ROUND.7, held in Tokorozawa City, Saitama Prefecture at the Emiteras Tokorozawa venue. The team completed the tournament undefeated, marking their third round victory of the season.

In a series of thrilling matches, Shinjuku Givers secured their place in the final by defeating the number one team in the annual rankings, UENOHARA SUNRISE.EXE, with a score of 14-10 in the semifinals. The final match against TAITO OWLS.EXE was a nail-biter, ending with a narrow victory of 18-17. With this win, Shinjuku Givers has climbed to the second position in the overall rankings, amassing 495 points and trailing the first place by just five points, setting the stage for a potential reversal in the upcoming final match on September 26.

Perfect Record in the Tournament

Shinjuku Givers demonstrated commanding performance by winning all four matches in a single day including the final. The venue, located on the second floor of Emiteras Tokorozawa, was filled to capacity with excited fans, creating an electrifying atmosphere that perfectly showcased the intensity of the matches.

Their journey to the final began with a strong start in the preliminary round, claiming a decisive win against SHINSHU SAKU REGION.EXE with a score of 21-10. This was followed by another victory against FLOWLISH GUNMA.EXE, concluding at 21-14, allowing them to progress to the semifinals and thereby proving their dominance throughout the tournament.

Match Results

- Preliminary Round 1: vs. SHINSHU SAKU REGION.EXE (21-10 W)
- Preliminary Round 2: vs. FLOWLISH GUNMA.EXE (21-14 W)
- Semifinal: vs. UENOHARA SUNRISE.EXE (14-10 W)
- Final: vs. TAITO OWLS.EXE (18-17 W)

Winning the MVP award was Shinjuku Givers' #23 Ibeh Esther Chikamso, who played a pivotal role in her team's success. Other members of the roster included #12 Chizu Matsumoto, #13 Yumi Takakuwa, and #74 Naho Mizuno.

Aiming for the Top

Shinjuku Givers was established in January 2025 and participated in the 3x3.EXE PREMIER league for the first time in the 2026 season. The team, backed by the Kokoro Seikotsuin Group (Givers Holdings Inc.), brings unique expertise in sports conditioning from its in-house trainers.

Since their inaugural entry, they marked their spot in history with top performances, including a fourth-place finish in Round 3 in Ube City in June. Their progression continued with this recent championship, attaining a remarkable second rank and only 5 points behind the leaders, UENOHARA SUNRISE.EXE.

The league's excitement continues with only one match left, Round 8, scheduled for September 26 in Takasaki, Gunma. The playoffs, set to determine the annual champions, will be hosted on October 3-4 in Osaka, Japan.

Team Overview

- Team: Shinjuku Givers
- Founded: January 2025
- Headquarters: Shinjuku City, Tokyo
- Slogan: UNLEASH THE PASSION
- Vision: From Shinjuku to the world, inspiring love and excitement through basketball.
- Major Achievements: Winner of the 3XS League Opening Tournament (May 2025), Third Place in the National Championships (February 2026), Three-time Round Champions in 3x3.EXE PREMIER.
- Management: Givers Holdings Inc. (Kokoro Seikotsuin Group)
- Official Team Website: Shinjuku Givers
- Kokoro Seikotsuin Group: Official Website

About 3x3.EXE PREMIER

Founded in 2014, the 3x3.EXE PREMIER is the world’s first and largest global pro league for 3x3 basketball, officially recognized by FIBA. 3x3 basketball, known for its fast-paced matches played with a 10-minute timer and a 12-second shot clock, became an Olympic sport at the Tokyo 2020 Games.