Lucknow, April 8–9, 2026: The spirit of sportsmanship and collaboration came alive at City Montessori School, Gomti Nagar Extension Campus, as it successfully hosted the CMS Cambridge Inter-School 3×3 Basketball Championship 2026. It was a 2-day celebration of sports skills, teamwork, determination, and competitive excellence.
Bringing together 39 teams from 18 schools across Lucknow, this sporting event emerged as a vibrant platform for young athletes to showcase their basketball skills in a fast-paced, globally recognised 3×3 format.
A Dynamic Start: Day 1 Highlights
In a grand inaugural ceremony, the CMS Cambridge 3×3 Basketball Championship was officially launched by the Honoured Chief Guest, Mr Amandeep Duli, IAS, Additional Commissioner, MGNREGA. In his keynote address, Mr Duli inspired the youth and emphasised the importance of structured school sports in shaping well-rounded individuals. He highlighted that participation in organised sports not only enhances physical fitness but also contributes significantly to students’ academic performance and overall personality development.
The opening day witnessed intense matches across the Under-16 and Under-18 categories for both boys and girls, where participating school teams displayed:
- Exceptional coordination and teamwork
- Strategic gameplay and agility
- High energy and competitive spirit
Results of Day 1
Semi-finalists:
U-16 Girls
CMS KNP Road vs CMS GN 1
CMS Golf City vs CMS Cambridge Aliganj I
U-18 Girls
Amity International vs A.R. Jaipuria
DPS Eldeco vs CMS Cambridge Gomti Nagar Extension
U-16 Boys
CMS Cambridge Gomti Nagar Extension vs Vibgyor High
Seth M.R. Jaipuria vs CMS Gomti Nagar I
U-18 Boys
DPS Eldeco vs Seth M.R. Jaipuria
Amity International vs CMS Cambridge Gomti Nagar Extension
Finalists:
Under-16 Girls
CMS Kanpur Road and CMS Golf City
Under-18 Girls
A. R. Jaipuria and DPS Eldeco
Under-16 Boys
Vibgyor High and CMS Gomti Nagar I
Under-18 Boys
DPS Eldeco and CMS Cambridge Gomti Nagar Extension
Welcoming the participants and guests, Ms Maseerah Arif (Cambridge Section Coordinator, CMS Gomti Nagar Extension), highlighted that CMS Cambridge is among the pioneering institutions promoting 3×3 basketball, reinforcing its commitment to holistic education.
Ms Aruna Gupta (Head – Child Well-being & Sports and former CMS Principal), Mrs Anupama Checker (Principal, CMS Gomti Nagar Extension and Cambridge Section), and Ms Manjit Batra (Senior Consultant, City Montessori School) addressed the students in the audience.
Grand Finale: A Power-Packed Conclusion to the CMS Cambridge Inter-School 3×3 Basketball Championship 2026
The second day culminated in electrifying final matches that kept the audience on the edge of their seats. The closing ceremony was graced by our Chief Guest, Mr Rudraksh Pandey, a national-level player. Applauding the young athletes, he encouraged them to pursue excellence with discipline and perseverance.
The event also witnessed high-energy dance and a band performance by the school band of CMS Gomti Nagar Extension.
Meet Our Championship Winners
- Under-16 Girls: CMS Kanpur Road Campus
- Under-18 Girls: DPS Eldeco
- Under-16 Boys: Vibgyor High School
- Under-18 Boys: DPS Eldeco
Each match reflected remarkable sportsmanship, resilience, and a passion for the game—qualities that define future champions.
Beyond Competition: Building Future Champions
The CMS Cambridge Inter-School Basketball Championship 2026 stood as a powerful reflection of the City Montessori School vision—nurturing confident, disciplined, and globally conscious citizens. Beyond the scores and trophies, the championship celebrated the deeper essence of education, where every pass, sprint, and moment of teamwork contributed to building character, resilience, and integrity. The enthusiasm and commitment displayed by the young athletes not only signal a promising future for Indian sports on the global stage but also reinforce the idea that sports are an essential dimension of holistic education, which instil perseverance, leadership, and emotional intelligence in students. As the championship concluded with applause, medals, and cherished memories, one sentiment remained clear—the court may have fallen silent, but the spirit of the game continues to echo in every young heart it has inspired.