Gazelles Storm Commonwealth Games 3×3 Basketball Final

What the report says

SoftPower News reports that Uganda’s women’s 3×3 basketball team, the Gazelles, reached the gold-medal match at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, after a 21-9 semifinal win over New Zealand. The outlet described the Wednesday result as a historic breakthrough, saying it assured Uganda of a medal in the competition.

The victory is notable because New Zealand was identified in the report as one of the stronger teams in the tournament, making the wide margin a major statement by the Ugandan side. By advancing to the final, the Gazelles moved from medal contention into a guaranteed podium finish, with the remaining game set to decide whether they take gold or silver.

The report did not provide the full tournament path, player statistics, or details of the upcoming opponent in the gold-medal game. Based on general sporting context, 3×3 basketball is a faster, half-court version of basketball in which games are typically shorter and momentum swings can be decisive, so a 21-9 semifinal score suggests Uganda controlled the contest.

For Uganda, the result matters beyond a single match: it places the Gazelles at the center of a significant Commonwealth Games moment and adds visibility to women’s basketball in the country. The achievement may also strengthen attention on Uganda’s 3×3 programme as it competes on a multi-sport international stage.