3x3 basketball taking over Galway’s iconic Eyre Square on July 1st and 2nd

3x3 basketball is taking over the iconic Eyre Square in Galway next week. Basketball Ireland’s 3x3 court will be laid out in the city centre location on July 1^st and 2nd for a feast of basketball, featuring more than 40 teams. The event is being run in association with Galway City Council, Basketball Ireland, The Eyre Square Association and Deep RiverRock.

Teams from all ages will be catered for, with games at U12, U14, U14 and U18 boys and girls, along with senior men’s and women’s competitions.

Mike Murray, Basketball Ireland Development Officer for Galway, said: “This promises to be a great family event, showcasing quality 3x3 basketball at the historic Eyre Square. People can get involved, or come along and watch what is considered the world’s number one urban sport. We’ve been working tirelessly with our partners, Galway City Council and The Eyre Square Association and Deep RiverRock to prepare for the event, to ensure it’s weekend to remember.”

Teams looking to enter the 3x3 competition in Eyre Square can do so by emailing Mike Murray on mmurray@ireland.basketball and the event will go live on the FIBA 3x3 Event next week. Make sure you follow Basketball Ireland social media channels for the latest news and activity from Eyre Square.

To find out more about 3x3 and other events coming up around Ireland, check out Basketball Ireland’s dedicated 3x3 page here.