TORONTO (July. 28, 2026) - Taliyah Henderson and Andrew McKenna have been named Players of the Week for July. 20-26

6’0 guard Taliyah Henderson of Vail, Arizona, played a major role in Canada’s success at the 2026 FIBA 3x3 U21 Nations League in Asunción, Paraguay, competing in four of the six stops. Canada dominated the competition, going undefeated across all six stops while capturing the title at each stop. Henderson helped lead the way throughout the tournament, as Canada showcased its depth, chemistry, and defensive intensity from the opening game to the final buzzer. The team's dominant performance secured qualification for the 2026 FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup in Italy, which begins in September. Henderson most recently represented Canada with the U21 Women’s 3x3 National Team at the 2026 FIBA 3x3 U21 Nations League.

6’6 forward Andrew McKenna from Kingston, Ont., represented Canada at the 2026 FIBA 3x3 U21 Nations League, competing in five of the six stops in the Americas South Conference in Asunción, Paraguay. McKenna led Canada in rebounds and assists while finishing second on the team in scoring, helping the squad earn a second place finish with 500 total tour points. Although Canada narrowly missed qualifying for the 2026 FIBA 3x3 U23 World Cup, the team found success throughout the competition, winning three of the six stops and establishing itself as one of the top teams in the conference. McKenna most recently represented Canada with the U21 Men’s 3x3 National Team at the 2026 FIBA 3x3 U21 Nations League.