Mental health is an integral part of an athlete’s well-being. Organising the act. 3×3 basketball tournament gave us the powerful platform for raising awareness about mental health in sports.
This blog post explores how this unique tournament has combined the love of the game with an important message.
The Power of 3×3 Basketball
3×3 basketball, a variant of traditional basketball, is played with three players on each team and a half-court. It’s fast-paced, intense, and highly entertaining. These characteristics make it an ideal format for capturing the audience’s attention and spreading a meaningful message.
Raising Awareness Through Sport
The tournament’s primary goal is to break the stigma. Athletes, whether amateurs or professionals, face immense pressure to perform, which can often lead to mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. By hosting this act.3×3 basketball tournament, we aim to spark conversations about these issues within the sports community and beyond.
Mental Health Workshops
The tournament doesn’t stop at the court. Alongside the games, a quick mental health workshop was conducted by Olivier Goetgeluck, This workshop provided valuable insights into managing stress, anxiety, and performance pressure. It encouraged an open dialogue among participants and attendees.
Community Engagement
The tournament is not for athletes only, it’s a community event. Families, friends, and supporters gather to cheer their teams. This sense of community fosters an environment where people feel comfortable discussing mental health. It’s a reminder that we’re all in this together.
Our first ACT 3×3 Tournament has proved how sport can be a catalyst for change. It showcases the power of combining passion for the game with a vital message.
This tournament was not just about scoring points on the court; it was about scoring points for mental health advocacy in the world of sports.
Check out all the pics from our first 3×3 tournament!
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The act 3×3 organisation says THANK YOU
to all participants, visitors, volunteers and sponsors
to Olivier Goetgeluck for the mental warm-up
to GVA & ATV for announcing us
to The city of Antwerp for the ultimate location
Without them our 1st 3×3 tournament wouldn’t be THAT GREAT!
