The Blue Knights celebrate their 2007 Mabutas Cup victory. (CONTRIBUTED PHOTO)
The Ateneo de Davao University Blue Knights finally entered the Gaisano South Cup College Division 1 finals after nine long years.
Inspired by the presence of ADDU President Fr. Antonio Samson, S.J., the Blue Knights stopped the Holy Cross of Davao College Crusaders, via a nail biting 80-75 win on Saturday night at the jampacked Gaisano South Sky gym.
Coach Cholo Elegino, who for a long time learned the rudiments of coaching from former Ateneo head coach William “Butch” Ramirez, said they are ready for the finals on December 9.
The Jose Maria College Kings and the Agro-Industrial Foundation College Sailors square off for the other final’s slot on November 29.
“Both teams are tough contenders. But we have worked so hard this year. I guarantee that we will be ready. We did not wait for nine years and become a bride’s maid,” said Elegino, who in September steered the Blue Knights to victory in the 2007 Mabutas Cup finals against the Crusaders.
Miguel Solitario powered the Blue Knights to victory with 25 points, 13 rebounds and two assists in the semifinal round of the tournament sponsored by Rexona, Milo, Axe Sunsport and sanctioned by BAP-Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas Regional Director Regino “Boy” Cua.
Kirk James Blanco led the Crusaders with 20 points.
In Division 2, the MATS Navigators defeated Brokenshire College, 84-81 and will meet the winner between AMA Computer College and Holy Child College in the finals.
Assumption College of Davao girls forced a rubber match after trouncing Stella Maris Academy, 75-62. They will meet on December 1 at 1:30 p.m.
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