THE TWO-DAY EVENT BROUGHT TOGETHER 13 TEAMS SPLIT ACROSS THREE GROUPS, FILLING THE ICE WITH 29 GAMES OF NON-STOP 3X3 ACTION. SHERWOOD LOOKED COMMANDING FROM THE OPENING DAY, POWERING THROUGH THEIR GROUP AND INTO THE PLAYOFF ROUNDS WITH THE CONFIDENCE OF A TEAM THAT KNEW EXACTLY WHAT THEY HAD COME TO DO.
But it was the semi-final that many will be talking about long after the event. Sherwood faced Hokejs Priekam, a side captained by the dynamic Sandis Vilmanis, and what followed was a game that had the quality and intensity of a final in its own right. Sherwood ultimately prevailed 5–3, but Hokejs Priekam made them earn every single goal. Vilmanis finished the tournament with 6 points and left a lasting impression on everyone present.
The inaugural Hype 3x3 Hockey 8 Nations Cup at the Xiaomi Arena in Riga kicked off on July 18, 2026, with an electrifying display of speed, skill, and raw intensity that captivated fans. This landmark event, the first of its kind in Europe, showcased a new era of professional 3x3 hockey, featuring star-studded rosters from eight different countries including Latvia, Finland, Sweden, and Germany.
Marupe, June 28, 2026 — For the fourth time, the Hype 3x3 Hockey Tournament descended upon Marupe — and for the fourth time, it delivered everything fans could ask for: speed, drama, and a champion worthy of the title. When the final buzzer sounded on Sunday evening, it was Sherwood lifting the trophy after a gripping 3–2 victory over HK Kolumbs in a final that had spectators on the edge of their seats from first drop to last.
The 3x3 hockey format continues to captivate both athletes and fans, offering a dynamic, high-intensity version of the game where every second counts, and mastery of stick-handling and physical endurance take center stage. On June 5–6, 2026, the Estonian city of Tartu hosted the second tournament of the Hype 3x3 Hockey series, an event organized by the Latvian 3x3 Hockey Federation (Hype Hockey). This series has quickly established itself as one of the most exciting highlights in the Baltic hockey calendar
”Not first time participating in this tournament, have won once, this type of hockey helps to improve your skills, hockey here is intensive and at the same time fun.”
“After the pause good way to start feeling the ice, hockey here is intensive, so nice feelings, to meet some friends and at the same time start to get ready for new season”“
“The level of organisation is growing and its good way to meet friends and get in shape before season”
Latvian 3X3 hockey federation
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