Organizers of the Cong. Duke Frasco Cup – Open Pocket Match pose for a gaggle picture. | Contributed picture
CEBU CITY, Philippines — The stage is about for the most important basketball match in northern Cebu because the Cong. Duke Frasco Cup – Open Pocket Match ideas off on Thursday, March 20, on the newly inaugurated Panphil B. Frasco Memorial Sports activities Advanced in Liloan, Cebu.
Eight powerhouse groups will battle for bragging rights and a hefty money prize on this three-day hoops extravaganza. The collaborating squads embrace Liloan, Danao Metropolis, Compostela, Sogod, Catmon, Carmen, and visiting groups from Cebu Metropolis and Lapu-Lapu Metropolis.
Match organizers Kath Jumapao, Ian Callet, and Jover Pisao of Frasco Sports activities expressed their pleasure through the match’s current launch, highlighting their anticipation to witness the most effective native skills go head-to-head.
“This match will jumpstart the opening of the brand new Panphil Frasco Fitness center in Liloan, which is totally air-conditioned and options picket flooring. It additionally boasts six group dugouts, comfy seating, and a VIP lounge, making it a premier venue for sports activities occasions,” mentioned Jumapao.
Callet emphasised that this version of the match will characteristic solely eight groups resulting from time constraints, making it a extra compact however extremely aggressive affair.
“We’re sticking with eight groups this time due to the tight schedule, however we’re excited. The final version was an enormous success, and we’re wanting ahead to a different thrilling match,” Callet remarked.
Defending champions Lapu-Lapu Metropolis maintain a positive seeding as they purpose to retain their crown. The match format will observe the construction of the earlier version, guaranteeing intense matchups from begin to end.
The stakes are excessive, with the champion group taking residence ₱200,000, whereas the primary runner-up will pocket ₱100,000. Groups advancing to the second spherical of eliminations will obtain ₱20,000, whereas a ₱10,000 comfort prize awaits the remaining groups.
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