In a thrilling display of skill and teamwork, Team Alegria electrified their home fans with a resounding 107–79 triumph over Ginatilan in the Calderon Cup 7th District Inter-Town 21-Under basketball tournament. The action-packed game unfolded on Saturday night, March 28, 2026, at the vibrant Alegria Sports Complex in southern Cebu, marking a significant moment in the local sports scene.
Key Performers Drive Alegria to Victory
Vil March Amacna and Jesham Saban were the standout stars for Alegria, delivering all-around performances that propelled their team to success. Amacna contributed 21 points, along with five rebounds, four steals, and two assists, showcasing his versatility on the court. Saban, however, stole the spotlight with an impressive stat line of 20 points, nine steals, seven assists, and five rebounds, earning him the well-deserved Best Player of the Game honors.
Supporting Cast and Team Effort
Arnold Janssen Cuevas added 16 points to the scoreboard, while Jaymar Cometa chipped in 13 points, further solidifying Alegria's dominance. This collective effort allowed Alegria to seize control early in the game, maintaining a lead that ballooned to as much as 33 points at 90–57. Their advantage was attributed to superior size and seamless teamwork, leaving Ginatilan struggling to keep pace.
Ginatilan's Efforts and Standout Players
Despite the loss, Ginatilan saw notable performances from James Oliver Gasones, who posted a double-double with 15 points and 20 rebounds, and Jason Monera, who added 13 points and 10 rebounds. However, these efforts were not enough to prevent Ginatilan from falling to a 0–2 record in the tournament.
Other Tournament Action and Standings
In another exciting matchup, Malabuyoc secured their first win of the tournament by defeating Badian with a score of 93–77. Jake Leo Quin led Malabuyoc with 28 points, seven rebounds, and four steals, supported by Joseph Velarde's strong performance of 21 points and 16 rebounds. For Badian, Clark Aron Bulahan recorded 14 points and 11 rebounds, and James Ivan Alvizo added 14 points. This result leaves both teams with a 1–1 record in Bracket B.
Tournament Schedule and Upcoming Games
With this victory, Alegria now boasts a two-game winning streak, claiming the solo lead in Bracket B with a perfect 2–0 record. Fans should note that there will be no games this weekend as the tournament pauses in observance of Holy Week. The action is set to resume on April 10 at the Alcantara Sports Complex, promising more intense basketball battles ahead.
