Winnipeg's Niyah Becker will once again represent Canada on the international stage after being selected to Team Ottawa for the FIBA 3x3 Women's Series stop in Poitiers, France, taking place June 26–27, 2026.
The tournament marks Becker's 3x3 Senior National Team debut, adding another milestone to what has been a remarkable year for one of Manitoba's top basketball exports. Earlier this year, Becker represented Canada at the FIBA Women's Basketball World Cup 2026 Qualifying Tournament in Istanbul, Türkiye.
A graduate of Wake Forest University, Becker has quickly established herself as one of Canada's emerging international players. Following her collegiate career, she launched a professional career in Europe with stops in Slovenia, Spain, and Latvia, before signing with the Aisin Wings of the Women's Japan Basketball League earlier this year.
Canada Basketball commented that Niyah earned her opportunity after attending the Senior Women's National Team 3x3 training camp in May. Her transition from the traditional 5-on-5 game into the fast-paced 3x3 format reflects Canada's continued commitment to integrating high-level athletes into its growing international 3x3 program.
Team Ottawa will be represented by:
- Kacie Bosch (Lethbridge, Alta.)
- Saicha Grant-Allen (Hamilton, Ont.)
- Niyah Becker (Winnipeg, Man.)
- Jade Belmore (Regina, Sask.)
The event also features a second Canadian entry competing under the Canada banner, with Olympians Katherine Plouffe and Paige Crozon joined by Merissah Russell and Cassandra Brown.
Team Ottawa opens Pool A play on Friday, June 26, against Neftchi SOCAR at 12:50 p.m. ET, before facing France at 4:30 p.m. ET. Canada opens its tournament earlier that day against Hungary at 12:25 p.m. ET, followed by Beijing at 2:15 p.m. ET. All games will be streamed live on CBC Gem and the FIBA 3x3 YouTube Channel.
Becker's selection continues a proud tradition of Manitoba athletes representing Canada at the highest levels of international basketball and further showcases the province's growing impact on both the 5-on-5 and 3x3 games.
Source: https://basketball.ca/news/canada-and-ottawa-set-for-fiba-3x3-womens-series-action-in-poitiers