Basketball fans are in for a thrilling day of action this Sunday, 2 November 2025, as the Ta’ Qali Basketball Pavilion hosts three John Tabone Shield finals — the Amateur Men’s, Women’s, and Men’s competitions — with several of Malta’s top teams set to battle for early-season silverware.

🏀 John Tabone Shield Amateur Men’s Final

Depiro Hoops 🆚 Starlites Blue
🕐 13:15 | Ta’ Qali Basketball Pavilion

The day tips off with the Amateur Men’s Final, where Depiro Hoops take on Starlites Blue. Both sides have impressed throughout the competition, showing depth and determination. Depiro will look to rely on their balanced offense, while Starlites Blue’s speed and perimeter shooting could prove decisive in what promises to be a tightly contested encounter.

👑 John Tabone Shield Women’s Final

Starlites Revive 🆚 Caffe Moak Luxol
🕐 15:15 | Ta’ Qali Basketball Pavilion

Next up is the Women’s Final, a mouth-watering showdown between Starlites Revive and Caffe Moak Luxol. Starlites reached the final after edging Hibernians in a dramatic one-point victory, while Luxol stunned Betsson Depiro in a high-scoring semifinal. Both teams boast exciting young talent and experienced leaders, setting the stage for a fast-paced, high-intensity battle for the title.

🏆 John Tabone Shield Men’s Final

Hibernians 🆚 Starlites Revive
🕐 17:15 | Ta’ Qali Basketball Pavilion

The day concludes with the Men’s Final, as Hibernians and Starlites Revive go head-to-head in what promises to be a showcase of Maltese basketball at its finest. Hibernians earned their place in the final after a commanding win over Luxol, while Starlites powered past Athleta with a strong offensive display. Both teams have championship pedigree and deep rosters, ensuring an intense and entertaining finale to the day’s triple-header.

Fans can expect a festival of basketball at Ta’ Qali, with all three finals highlighting the strength, talent, and passion driving the Maltese basketball community into the 2025/26 season.