Brick Squad captured the championship at the third annual Haixia Cup Greater Washington youth basketball tournament, defeating the Eagles 74–48 in the final on Oct. 18, 2026, at Wootton High School in Maryland, according to tournament reports.
Tournament Format and Weekend Schedule
The two-day tournament opened on Oct. 17, 2026, with six group-stage matches hosted across the main and auxiliary gymnasiums at Whitman High School. Six teams competed in the opening round, divided into two pools. Group A featured Brick Squad, Old Friends, and Wanshi, while Group B comprised the Eagles, Ascending, and Mintai.
Group play established early standings as Brick Squad and the Eagles both swept their respective groups with 2–0 records. Old Friends finished second in Group A at 1–1, and Ascending secured the second spot in Group B with an identical 1–1 mark. Wanshi and Mintai finished group play at 0–2.
Brick Squad Defeats Eagles for Championship Title
Action shifted to Wootton High School on Oct. 18, 2026, for the playoff rounds. In the opening semifinal, Brick Squad defeated Ascending 50–31, while the Eagles advanced past Old Friends with a 52–39 victory.
The championship matchup pitted the Eagles—known for their structured passing game—against the younger, faster Brick Squad lineup. Brick Squad secured a 74–48 victory to finish the tournament with a 4–0 record. The Eagles claimed the tournament’s second-place trophy, and Old Friends secured third place.
Cultural Performances Accompany Opening Oaths
The tournament opened with player and referee representatives taking oaths to uphold fair play, mutual respect, and sportsmanship. Performances by the Da Zhuan Lian waist drum troupe and folk dances from the Harvey Phoenix Dance Troupe accompanied the opening ceremonies.
Organizing Committees and Official Support
The event was organized by the Haixia Cup Greater Washington youth basketball tournament organizing committee alongside the US-China Economic and Cultural Exchange Association. Numerous community associations and regional chambers served as co-organizers, while local businesses provided logistical and meal support for tournament volunteers, referees, and staff.
