Brgy.Agdao Davao downs Brgy.Dumlog Cebu, 96-78

CEBU City – Davao City’s Barangay Agdao played a well-rounded game as they caught the unprepared Barangay Dumlog of Talisay City of Cebu to move to the championship round of the 2011 Handy Fix Super League – National Barangay Championship National Finals held at the Capitol Parish Gym.

It was the quick ball movement, sheer determination, aggressiveness and outside shooting of the Davaoeños that pushed them to the Finals after handing Talisay City an emphatic 96-78 victory.

Talisay obviously had the size and height advantage over Davao but the Davaoueños came in ready for battle while the Cebuanos were lost in the game as they played no defense and with less intensity in offense.

As of press time yesterday, another Cebuano squad, Barangay Pajo of Lapu-Lapu City was also facing a tall order as they played against Manila’s finest team Barangay Bagumbayan of Taguig City in the other knockout game.

Agdao’s determination was apparent at the start of the game as they played solid defense and let their star player work early in the event presented by Magna Prime Distribution Corp. and organized by Evangelista Aquatics & Sports Management, Inc. (EASMII).

Deadly shooter Rhandelle Colina was as explosive as to the regional finals as he scored 21 points including five triples that helped the Davao squad to erect a 29-21 lead after the first quarter.

Talisay crept back into the action with former USPF Panthers Jordan Bardillas scored eight straight to move Dumlog within 28-32 but its lack in intensity in defense and its individual game failed to make matter as Agdao kept their heads afloat to keep the lead.

Despite seeing former USJ-R Jaguar Jemar de la Peña and UV Lancer Arvie Cabañero combining efforts in the third period, Dumlog could only trim the margin to three points 60-63 before Davao pushed hard in the final canto with the former SWU Cobras forward Janno Nuñez and Colina displaying an inside-outside theatrical acts that lead to Davao’s entry to the finals.

Agdao-Davao (96) – Colina 31, Nuñez 18, Cullados 8, Buaton 8, Pularca 8, Cañete 6, de la Peña 5, Moreno 4, Abillero 3, Patulot 3, Melgaso 2. Dumlog-Talisay (78) – Cabañero 15, de la Peña 14, Bardillas 14, Obeso 9, Tabay 7, Racaza 6, Bibiera 5, Labati 4, Hernando 2. Quarters:  29-21; 52-41; 71-64; 96-78.(pr)

Agdao retains DBL title

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Agdao retanins title


Agdao District did it again.


The defending champion routed Calinan District, 100 - 94 in the rubber match Game 3 to win its second straight title in the Duterte Basketball League (DBL) Friday afternoon at the Davao City Police Office covered court.


Agdao banked on the heroics of Dela Peña brothers, Ryan and Gerson, to become the first team to win a back to back title in the league presented by Mayor Rodrigo Duterte.


Ryan and Gerson, who shared the coveted Most Valuable Player award, lived up to their billing rallying Agdao with 46 combined points.


Ryan scatteted with 29 while Gerson had 17, including crucial baskets in the pay off period.


" We did it. We did it again, " said team manager Nicanor Ortiz, Barangay Administrator of Leon Garcia that represented Agdao District.


In a press briefing prior to the start of the best of three finals, Ortiz said "We will do everything to keep the crown".


Agdao pocketed P40, 000 while Calinan received P30, 000.


Vice Mayor Sara Duterte awarded the prizes to the winners in a short and simple awarding rites after the winner-take-all match.


Calinan fought hard but just fell short to take away the title from Agdao that closed out the series with remarkble performance in the do or die encounter.


Lara Aguilar scored 20 points for Calinan which staged a huge come back from a double digit deficit in the final canto to bring the game close with second more to play.


But several turnover down the stretch fade away its chances to cop its first title on its finals debut.


Raul Dega chipped in 24 points for Agdao.


Tugbok District clinched the third place honor and got P20, 000. Placing fourth was Talomo District which pocketed P14, 000.

Agdao, Calinan do or die Game 3 on Friday

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Agdao, Calinan do or die Game 3 on Friday



The deciding Game 3 between Agdao District and Calinan District on Friday (June 26) is expected to be a war as both teams go all for the marbles for the 4th Duterte Basketball League (DBL) title.


Defending champ Agdao and Calinan collide in the deciding match of their best of three title showdown at 3:00 p.m. at the Davao City Police Office covered court.


Supporters of both barangay teams are expected to fill up the venue to rafters in the winner-take-all match in hand.


Calinan forged a rubber match game following a 91-89 victory in Game 2 last Sunday. Agdao won Game 1, 99 - 94.


"We won Game 2 and now we have a chance to snatch the title from Agdao in Game 3. We will do it, " Calinan district team manager Barangay councilor Jaime Macatual said.


But he and the entire team members knew it was tough closing out Agdao,which won the title last year with the same line up and had a sterling campaign this year.


Calinan, which is determined to end its three years title drought on its first finals appearance, is expected to maintain its game plan by employing tough defense to the offense oriented Agdao squad.


Armed with vast experience, Agdao know exactly what to expect in situation like this.


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


MVP candidates Dela Pena brothers, Gerson and Rya, are expected to come out big for Agdao which is bent on getting a back to back title.


Calinan will put its hands full on Game 2 hero Roselio Alconcor who shone in the series.


Alconcor hit the winning basket with 5.2 seconds left in Game 2 that kept Calinan's title bid alive.


Expected also to deliver the goods for Calinan are Michael Cayanong, Ruben Mariaga and Dodoy Tocmo.

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.

Agdao, Calinan forge DBL title duel

Title favorites Agdao District and Calinan District defeated their respective foes in the semifinals to forge a title showdown in the season 2009 of the Duterte Basketball League (DBL) Saturday at the Davao City Police Office covered court.

Agdao barged its way to the finals after besting Tugbok District, 112 – 102 while Calinan booked its own ticket with a 87 – 82 win over Talomo District in the pressure-packed cross-over semifinals.

The championship round is a best of three series with Game 1 set on Saturday.

Dela Pena brothers lived up to their billing carrying the offensive chores for Agdao which pulled away in the pay off period en route to victory.

Gerson and Ryan Dela Pena combined for 60 points scattering 35 and 25 points respectively.

Calinan banked on its second half onslaught to win the game and make it to championship round.

After trailing throughout the first twenty minutes of play, Calinan came out strong in the third period outscoring Talomo, 32 – 19 for a 68 – 60 lead going to the final quarter.

Talomo was up by five, 31 – 26 at the half.