Basketball》Presidents Cup 3-on-3 Kaidao debuts, Sports Minister Li Yang encourages players to finish the game safely and strive for good results

Sports Minister Li Yang attended the opening ceremony of the Presidents Cup three-on-three basketball finals. (Photo by reporter Chen Zhiqu)

[Reporter Lu Yangxuan/Taipei Report] The national finals and opening ceremony of the 2026 National Sports Event President’s Cup 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament took place today on Ketagalan Avenue in front of the Presidential Palace. Sports Minister Li Yang came to the scene to cheer for the contestants.

Li Yang said that this year the event will be held in 22 counties and cities instead of the previous four districts. Special thanks to the local governments, co-organizing schools and all behind-the-scenes partners for their hard work and dedication, so that the event can be held smoothly. The atmosphere at the event today is warm, "I hope the Presidents Cup is not just a game, but a carnival."

Li Yang also pointed out that he was very grateful to all the players and participants for their enthusiastic participation, which made this year's Presidents Cup more exciting. "I hope all players will finish the game safely and achieve the best results."

The National Finals of the Presidents Cup 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament saw a total of 160 winning teams from all counties and cities across the country compete for the highest honor. Li Yangjin personally conducted a coin toss ceremony for the two Para teams to determine the order of attack for both sides, demonstrating the fair and just competition spirit of the event, and officially kicked off the two-day national finals.

The Ministry of Sports said that in addition to the exciting duels on the court, the south and north squares in front of the Presidential Palace have also been transformed into national sports experience areas. There are diverse activities such as basketball training camp, aerobic exercise, sports protection, running training, pickleball and fun challenge Mini Harco.

Sports Minister Li Yang (middle) attended the opening ceremony of the Presidents Cup three-on-three basketball finals and happily interacted with the players. (Photo by reporter Chen Zhiqu)