MANILA, Philippines – Sports, leadership, and campus talent converge as vivo Philippines hosts the Grand Finals of the vivo 3×3 Basketball Challenge Year 4 alongside the culmination of its Campus Ambassador Program on July 11–12, 2026, at the SM Mall of Asia Music Hall. The two-day event will celebrate athletic excellence while recognizing the country’s next generation of student leaders and content creators.
The event serves as the grand culmination of months of competition, bringing together the country’s best 3×3 basketball teams in pursuit of the championship and exceptional student finalists competing for the chance to become the pioneering members of vivo Philippines’ GEN V Ambassador Program.
Following four successful qualifying legs, the vivo 3×3 Basketball Challenge Year 4 enters its final stage with 12 men’s teams and 12 women’s teams advancing to the Grand Finals. Over the course of two days, the finalists will compete for championship honors, as the Top 4 teams in each division vie for vivo smartphones, cash prizes, and trophies.
“Sports create opportunities for people to challenge themselves, build discipline, and grow together as a community. Brand Marketing Director of vivo Philippines. Through the vivo 3×3 Basketball Challenge, we hope to provide a platform where athletes can showcase their talent, inspire others, and demonstrate the values of teamwork, perseverance, and respect.”
– Liu Lu
Alongside the basketball tournament, vivo Philippines will also hold the final stage of its first-ever Campus Ambassador Program.
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Fifteen student finalists advanced from four mall selection events and a wildcard round:
Robinsons Manila
Jerah Bernard L. Eusebio, University of the Philippines Diliman
Karmela Cosette T. De Ocampo, Adamson University
Beverly I. Cantos, Mapua University
Market! Market!
Icen Rose Vivo, University of the Philippines Diliman
Kyle Dominic Carpio, De La Salle University
Eowyn Kay B. Roncal, Adamson University
Ayala Malls Feliz
Celliene Nicole Fresco, Adamson University
Cassandra Lava Bautista, CIIT College of Arts and Technology
Andre Nicole N. Saragosa, Rizal Technological University Pasig Campus
SM Fairview
Rhea Mea T. Parcon, World Citi Colleges Quezon City
John Brent Domaya, Centro Escolar University Manila
Jheanella Anthonette S. Lim, National University Manila
Wildcard Finalists
Dhandrei Justin Basiuang Blanco, Polytechnic University of the Philippines Main Campus
Kirsten Kate B. Salgado, University of the Philippines Diliman
Rhangel D. Mercader, National University Fairview
As part of the Final Presentation, each finalist will present for three to five minutes before a judging panel. Five students will be selected as the inaugural GEN V ambassadors and will begin a year-long program on August 1, 2026. The initiative includes mentorship from vivo Philippines’ marketing experts, hands-on exposure to branding and campaign execution, a Php 5,000 monthly cash incentive for 12 months, and opportunities to take part in product launches and brand events. High-performing participants may also be considered for internships or future employment with vivo Philippines after graduation.The vivo X300 FE offers both Auto and Pro shooting modes to accommodate different photography preferences.
“The vivo Campus Ambassador Program is designed to help students develop practical skills while giving them meaningful exposure to the marketing industry. We look forward to seeing these young talents grow through mentorship, collaboration, and real-world experience.“
– Liu Lu
Open to the public, the two-day event offers an exciting weekend of basketball, youth talent, and interactive experiences. Guests can catch the championship action, support the aspiring GEN V ambassadors, and join fun activities and games for a chance to take home exclusive vivo prizes.
