Hounds Academy Triumphs in Westminster College’s 3v3 Basketball Tournament
26th August 2025, Kathmandu
The Westminster College (TWC) successfully concluded its Week of Welcome 3v3 Basketball Tournament, with Hounds Academy emerging as the champions.
Westminster College Basketball Tournament 2025
In the thrilling final held on Monday at the college premises in Kupandol, Hounds defeated Herald College to secure the coveted title.
A total of 42 colleges and academies had registered for the competition, out of which 32 teams were selected to participate. The tournament brought together 26 leading colleges from the Kathmandu Valley-including The British College, Herald College, Global College, St. Xavier’s College, Triton International College, Kanjirowa College, Trinity College, Prasadi Academy, NASA College, Orchid International College, and Kathmandu College of Central State-along with 6 prominent basketball academies such as Hounds, Downtown, Ballers, and Elite.
In an electrifying final, Hounds edged past Herald with a narrow 21–20 victory. The champions received a trophy, medals, certificates, and a cash prize of NPR 15,000, while the runners-up, Herald College, claimed a trophy, medals, certificates, and a cash prize of NPR 10,000.
The Most Valuable Player (MVP) award went to Simon Gurung of Hounds Academy, who was honored with a trophy and a cash prize of NPR 3,000. The awards were handed over by Mr. Arun Lal Joshi, Head of College, and Mr. Subas Gauli, Events & Engagement Manager at Westminster.
Speaking at the closing ceremony, Mr. Gauli expressed delight at the overwhelming participation in the very first edition of the tournament. He further assured that Westminster College is committed to making such events even more refined, competitive, and impactful in the years ahead.
Messages from Leadership
According to Chairman Mr. Rajen Kandel, Westminster College aims to offer world-class education in Nepal, preparing students to be resilient, innovative, and socially responsible on both national and international platforms. CEO Mr. Mahendra Raj Kandel emphasizes the college’s commitment to providing an affordable, high-quality educational experience with internationally reputable courses.
He states that the college’s experienced team and holistic academic approach help students gain a global mindset while remaining grounded in their roots, preparing them for the national and international job markets. Head of College Mr. Arun Lal Joshi highlights a student-centered approach, where the college values student feedback and provides strong academic programs along with a vibrant extracurricular life. He believes a college education is about becoming a well-rounded individual, not just earning a degree.
Academic and Campus Life
Westminster College offers a range of undergraduate and professional courses, including BSc (Hons) Computer Science, BSc (Hons) Cyber Security and Forensics, and a University Pathway Programme (UPP). The college facilities include an experienced faculty, modern computer labs, and other student amenities. Beyond academics, TWC offers a lively college environment with various opportunities for extracurricular involvement and personal development.
