PLAYOFFS PREVIEW – WOMEN’S GROUP B-

3×3.EXE Premier Playoffs Japan 2025 Preview Series – Women’s

The 2025 3×3.EXE Premier Women’s season now reaches its climax in Osaka. After months of competition across Japan, Thailand, and New Zealand, six teams have emerged as their nations’ best, each earning the right to compete for the ultimate prize. Unlike the men’s side, the women’s playoffs are a tighter contest — split into two pools of three teams each, with only the pool winners advancing directly to the final.

This format leaves no room for error. Every pool game will carry the intensity of an elimination match, with just two wins required to secure a place in the championship decider. From Japan’s experienced and battle-tested clubs to the hungry challengers from Thailand and New Zealand, the stage is set for a dramatic showcase of high-stakes, fast-paced 3×3 basketball, where composure, resilience, and clutch play will decide who lifts the 2025 Premier Women’s crown.

Pool B

From Japan’s Sanjo to Thailand’s Chuu – Pool B Is Built on Defense

Pool B of the 2025 3×3.EXE Premier Women’s Playoffs features a compelling mix of defensive specialists and international pedigree, with SANJO BEATERS.EXE (Japan), CHUU.EXE (Thailand), and RI & CO.EXE (New Zealand) all vying for the single spot in the championship final. With each team carrying proven records and contrasting strengths, this group promises high-level, tactical basketball where execution in crunch time will prove decisive.

SANJO BEATERS.EXE arrive as Japan’s second seed, boasting one of the league’s toughest defenses and a roster that thrives on balance and resilience. CHUU.EXE, the top seed from Thailand, stormed through their domestic conference with a 15–1 record, powered by national team players who bring speed, transition firepower, and composure from the international stage. Completing the trio, RI & CO.EXE represent New Zealand’s top seed, arriving with the best defensive record in the entire women’s competition (9.9 points allowed per game) and a deliberate, methodical style that forces opponents into long, grinding battles.

The clash of philosophies makes Pool B one of the most intriguing groups. Sanjo’s grit, Chuu’s speed and scoring balance, and RI & CO’s patient defensive structure set up a test of adaptability — and with only the pool winner advancing, every game will be played with the intensity of a final. For these three sides, consistency and composure will be the difference between an early exit and a shot at the 2025 Women’s Premier crown.

POOL B

• SANJO BEATERS.EXE (2) 585 EXE POINTS | 16 Wins – 8 Losses | 17.5 PPG
• CHUU.EXE (1) 400 EXE POINTS | 15 Wins – 1 Losses | 19.3 PPG
• RI & CO.EXE (1) 330 EXE POINTS | 11 Wins – 3 Losses | 12.9 PPG

SANJO BEATERS.EXE (Japan) – 2^nd Seed

585 EXE POINTS | 16 Wins – 8 Losses | 15.2 Points Scored Per Game | 10.6 Points allowed per game

Japan’s Defensive Specialists – SANJO BEATERS.EXE Ready to Battle

SANJO BEATERS.EXE enter the 2025 3×3.EXE Premier Women’s Playoffs as Japan’s #2 seed, earning 585 EXE Points from a 16–8 record. Built on defense, they allowed just 10.6 points per game, one of the stingiest marks in the league. Their style has made them a consistent force throughout the season, grinding out victories even when their offense wasn’t firing.

This balanced squad has multiple players capable of carrying the scoring load. Akari Takeuchi (#3) and Yunoka Takase (#30) have been central to their offensive rhythm, while Sakura Hisai (#7) and Midori Kanazawa (#12) provide energy, spacing, and defensive versatility. Veteran contributors like Takakuwa Yumi (#13) and Rika Ishikura (#6) round out a roster that prides itself on effort and cohesion, making them one of the most resilient sides in the competition.

Their recent form showcased both their strengths and vulnerabilities. They secured back-to-back wins over TAITO OWLS.EXE (19–10) and FLOWLISH GUNMA.EXE (18–16) in Round 7 but suffered a heavy 5–21 defeat to ST-KASUMI.EXE, a reminder that lapses can be costly. In Round 8, they lost narrowly to TOKYO VERDY.EXE (15–20) before bouncing back with a gritty 16–15 win over UENOHARA SUNRISE.EXE, showing their ability to respond under pressure. With elite defense and a balanced attack, SANJO BEATERS.EXE are well-positioned to challenge for top spot in Pool B.

Last 5 Games

• Win 19 – 10 vs TAITO OWLS.EXE (Round 7)
• Win 18 – 16 vs FLOWLISH GUNMA.EXE (Round 7)
• Loss 5 – 21 vs ST-KASUMI.EXE (Round 7)
• Loss 15 – 20 vs TOKYO VERDY.EXE (Round 8)
• Win 16 – 15 vs UENOHARA SUNRISE.EXE (Round 8)

CHUU.EXE (Thailand) – 1^st seed

400 EXE POINTS | 15 Wins – 1 Losses | 15.2 Points Scored Per Game | 10.6 Points allowed per game

From Udomsuk to Kunchuan – CHUU.EXE’s International Experience Shines

CHUU.EXE enter the 2025 3×3.EXE Premier Women’s Playoffs as Thailand’s #1 seed, boasting 400 EXE Points and an impressive 15–1 record. Dominant across the Thai conference, they claimed victory in all four rounds, underpinned by a defensive identity that saw them allow just 10.6 points per game, the fewest in their region. With speed, discipline, and international experience, CHUU.EXE come into Osaka as one of the most complete teams outside of Japan.

Key to their success are players with Thailand National Team pedigree, including Rattiyakorn Udomsuk (#29), Supavadee Kunchuan (#24), and Warinthon Summat (#7), all of whom featured in the FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series this year. Their experience at the international level gives CHUU.EXE confidence and composure under pressure. Alongside them, Priscilla Langkilde Jensen (#9) adds versatility and scoring depth, ensuring the squad can rotate options without losing momentum.

CHUU.EXE’s style of play blends speed and efficiency. They excel in transition, often generating quality looks before defenses can set, while also isolating mismatches to attack the rim. Their ability to stretch the floor with outside shooting complements their physical drives, making them difficult to contain. Their last five games included a narrow 16–19 setback to CT TIGERS.EXE, but they quickly rebounded with decisive wins, including a 22–10 victory over SHOOT IT DRAGONS.EXE and an 18–15 revenge win over the Tigers. With balance on both ends and a proven ability to adjust mid-game, CHUU.EXE will be a serious threat in Pool B.

Last 5 games

• Win 21 – 16 vs BPRO.EXE (Round 3)
• Loss 16 – 19 vs CT TIGERS.EXE (Round 4)
• Win 21 – 8 vs SPU.EXE (Round 4)
• Win 22 – 10 vs SHOOT IT DRAGONS.EXE (Round 4)
• Win 18 – 15 vs CT TIGERS.EXE (Round 4)

RI & CO.EXE (New Zealand) – 1^st Seed

330 EXE POINTS | 11 Wins – 3 Losses | 12.9 Points Scored Per Game | 9.9 Points allowed per game

RI & CO.EXE: New Zealand’s Defensive Wall Aiming for Osaka Glory

RI & CO.EXE enter the 2025 3×3.EXE Premier Women’s Playoffs as New Zealand’s #1 seed, finishing the season with 330 EXE Points and an 11–3 record. Their defining strength is defense: conceding just 9.9 points per game, they hold the best defensive record across all women’s conferences this season. By combining discipline with composure, they’ve established themselves as New Zealand’s most reliable side, and a team built to frustrate opponents in Osaka.

The roster blends national team pedigree with 3×3.EXE experience. Krystal Leger-Walker, who represented New Zealand internationally in 2023, provides leadership and all-around ability. Rising talent Carly Rae Ohia brings U21 international experience, while Riana Rangi returns for a second season of Premier competition, adding familiarity and grit. Complementing them, Coola Baudry and Tyler Mitchell supply depth and versatility, ensuring RI & CO can rotate without sacrificing intensity.

Their style is methodical, often using the full shot clock to generate high-quality looks. This patient approach, coupled with their defensive discipline, makes them one of the hardest teams to break down. Their Round 4 run in New Zealand showcased their ceiling, as they went unbeaten with wins over Dream.EXE (17–14) and Girlsgotgamenz.EXE (21–13), capped by a commanding 21–0 shutout of TDub.EXE. With a proven formula of suffocating defense and smart execution, RI & CO.EXE arrive in Osaka with the tools to compete against Asia’s best.

Last 4 Games

• Win 21 – 0 vs TDub.EXE (Round 4)
• Win 17 – 14 vs Dream.EXE (Round 4)
• Win 21 – 13 vs Girlsgotgamenz.EXE (Round 4)
• Win 21 – 14 vs Ravens.EXE (Round 4)

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