Agdao, Calinan begin title showdown on Saturday

DBL Finals
Agdao, Calinan begin title showdown on Saturday


Defending champion Agdao District is seeking for a back to back title. Formidable challenger Calinan District is bound to end its three years title drought.


And, lets get ready to rumble.


Agdao and Calinan turn up the heat on Saturday when they clash in Game 1 of the 4th Duterte Basketball League (DBL) best of three championship showdown.


Fans of both squads who have been supportive all season long are expected to troop at the Davao City Police covered court for the 1 p.m. titular showdown.


"We will do everything to keep the crown, " said Agdao team manager Nicanor Ortiz, Barangay Leon Garcia administrator told sports journalist.


Agdao is banking on its excellent team work that was the big factor on its championship last year and remarkable campaign this year.


"Our players, mostly trisikad driver, played together since the start of the league four years ago and that gave us advantage. Our team has established great chemistry, "Ortiz added.


But Calinan team manager Barangay councilor Jaime Macatual said they have prepared a game plan that he believe would enable them to snatch the crown.


"We need more stamina to keep up with their fast game. But our team is ready for them," he said


Basketball veteran coaches, who are following the league, believe that its the experience of Agdao playing in the finals is the clear edge of the defending champions.


" Armed with vast experience, they know exactly what to expect in situation like this, " they said.


Agdao will put its hands full on Dela Pena brothers, Gerson and Ryan, who made wonders for the defending champions.


On Calinan's end, no doubt that it would be veteran Michael Cayanong, Ruben Mariaga and Dodoy Tocmo are the players to watch.


Game 2 is on Sunday at 2:30 p.m. at the same venue after the battle for third place that pit Talomo and Tugbok.