The Cebu City Christmas League tipped off with an electrifying showdown on Tuesday night, December 16, 2025, as Welec Trucking Services (WTS) staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the Mighty Warriors of God, 98-91. The thrilling season opener was held at the City Sports Institute Gym in Barangay Sawang Calero, Cebu City.
A Game of Momentum Swings
For the majority of the contest, the Mighty Warriors of God, spearheaded by the dynamic duo of Shaquille Imperial and Jaybie Mantilla, controlled the tempo. Their consistent play allowed them to hold the lead after each of the first three quarters, putting WTS on the back foot and threatening to start the league with an upset.
The Deciding Rally
The narrative shifted dramatically in the final and most crucial period. With their backs against the wall, Welec Trucking Services found their spark. Led by the efforts of Moses Manalili and Jz Dizon, WTS engineered a game-changing 8-0 scoring run. This surge proved to be the pivotal moment of the match, breaking the Mighty Warriors' momentum and swinging the advantage decisively in WTS's favor.
Key contributors to the hard-fought WTS victory included:
- Moses Manalili
- Cedric Ablaza
- Gab Cometa
- Reinhard Jumamoy
Other League Action
In another exciting match from the opening night, Blancas managed to fend off a late-game charge from the Richie Boy Ballers. Despite a threatening rally from their opponents in the final stretch, Blancas held their nerve to secure a 93-88 victory, adding to the night's collection of competitive games.
The opening night successfully set a high-octane tone for the Cebu City Christmas League, showcasing local talent and promising more intense basketball action in the games to come.
