The University of San Carlos (USC) Warriors have reignited their campaign for a semi-finals berth in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) after a crucial victory over the University of the Philippines (UP)-Cebu Fighting Maroons.
Warriors Secure Pivotal Victory
In a tightly contested match on Monday night, November 24, 2025, at the New Cebu Coliseum, the USC Warriors emerged victorious with a 67-62 scoreline. This win was critical for their playoff aspirations, solidifying their hold on fifth place in the league standings.
The Warriors now hold a 6-5 win-loss record, putting them just behind the fourth-placed University of San Jose–Recoletos (USJ-R) Jaguars, who stand at 6-4. This sets the stage for a dramatic conclusion to the elimination round.
The Road to the Semi-Finals
The battle for the fourth and final semi-finals slot is heating up. The upcoming second-round encounter between the USC Warriors and the USJ-R Jaguars on November 30 is now projected to be a potential knockout game. The winner will have a significant advantage in securing the coveted spot.
However, the final outcome still depends on the results of the remaining games for both teams in the double-round elimination. The Warriors have three games left, while the Jaguars have four.
For the UP Cebu Fighting Maroons, the loss was another devastating blow. With a 1-10 record, they are one of three teams already eliminated from semi-finals contention.
High School Division: UC Secures Overtime Thriller
In the high school division, the University of Cebu (UC) Baby Webmasters kept their semi-finals hopes alive with a hard-fought 89-79 overtime win against the Don Bosco Technology College (DBTC) Greywolves.
This vital victory improves the Baby Webmasters' record to 4-3, giving them a chance to steal a semi-finals position. In contrast, the DBTC Greywolves, with a 1-7 record, have been mathematically eliminated from advancing further in the tournament.
