CEBU, Philippines - Tanke kicks off its title campaign with a 71-66 win over Dumlog in the seniors division of the Talisay City Mayor's Cup 2011 basketball tournament at the Talisay City Sports Complex.
Ernesto Dacua led the charge for Tanke with 17 points, while Christopher Obeso scored the same in a losing effort.
In the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) category, San Isidro mercilessly clobbered Lawaan, 84-66.
Meanwhile, the opening ceremony was graced by Cebu First District Rep. Eduardo R. Gullas and councilor Eddieul "Digul" Gullas III.
Sophie Real of San Isidro was the best muse in the SK division and Aiko Rachelle Sanchez in the seniors class.
Team Poblacion 1 grabbed part of the limelight after winning the dance presentation over Tanke as Cansojong wound up third.
The top three winners received P3,000, P2,000 and P1,000, respectively.
The scores
SK
San Isidro (84 )- Dela Cerna 28, Cutana 13, Pasignajen 10, Bucao 9, Zafra 6, Gillera 5, Rosales 5, Bucao 3,Requiña 3, Quisel 2
Lawaan 3 (66) – Erediano 26, Gavilan 10, Cabutero 6, Filosopo 6, Dela Cerna 4, Repuela 4, Las Piñas 2, Cabuenas 1, Israel 2,Restauro 1
Seniors
Tanke (71) – Dacua 17, Racaza 13, Labita 10, Orongan 6, Rosada 6, Salas 5, Macaraya 4, SJ Villarias 4, Labita 2, Labuca 2, SP Villarias 2
Dumlog (66) – Obeso 17, Bardillas 13, Meting 12, G.Tabay 12, M.Tabay 5, Seguerra 5, Baring 2. - THE FREEMAN