UV Baby Lancers Clinch Semis Spot with Gritty Win in Cesafi 15-Under Basketball
The defending champion University of the Visayas (UV) Baby Lancers showcased their dominance in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) 15-Under basketball tournament, securing a hard-fought victory over the University of Southern Philippines Foundation (USPF) Baby Panthers with a final score of 48–43. This thrilling match took place on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the University of San Carlos (USC) gym located on Sanciangko Street in Cebu City.
Perfect Record Strengthens Leadership Position
With this win, the UV Baby Green Lancers have solidified their hold on the top spot in the tournament, maintaining an impeccable 5-0 record. From the opening tip-off to the final buzzer, the Baby Panthers consistently applied pressure, but the Baby Green Lancers demonstrated resilience and strategic prowess by finding effective ways to counter their opponents' aggressive plays.
This victory not only cements their semi-finals berth but also highlights their determination to secure a favorable seeding. The team now aims to accumulate additional wins to vie for the coveted Top 2 positions, which offer a significant twice-to-beat advantage in the playoffs.
Other Tournament Highlights and Standings
In other action from the Cesafi 15-Under tournament, the Cebu Institute of Technology-University (CIT-U) Baby Wildcats mirrored the UV Baby Lancers' success by achieving their own 5-0 record. They delivered a commanding performance, overpowering the Benedicto College (BC) Baby Cheetahs with a decisive 76–43 victory.
Additionally, the Cebu Eastern College (CEC) Dragons displayed an explosive offensive game, overwhelming the Don Bosco Technical School Greywolves with a final score of 59–32. These results underscore the competitive intensity and high level of play in this youth basketball league, setting the stage for an exciting semi-finals round.
