The triumphs and tribulations of Cebu’s sports scene in 2024

Glendale G. Rosal 12/31/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Cebu’s sports scene in 2024 was a rollercoaster ride. It highlighted a mix of incredible feats, controversies, and memorable performances. From surprising decommitments to historic victories on the court and hosting shortcomings, 2024 offered…

CESAFI: USJ-R, LDCU apologize over EJ Agbong’s case

Glendale G. Rosal 12/28/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) and Liceo de Cagayan University (LDCU) have issued a joint statement addressing the controversy surrounding their former student-athlete, Evan Jose Agbong. The incident, involving the falsification of…

Elmer Echavez’s bittersweet last dance in CESAFI

Glendale G. Rosal 12/14/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — For Elmer Echavez, his journey through the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. CESAFI basketball arena ended in a blend of victory and remorse. The 25-year-old Talisay City native, known as one of the…

Cesafi MVP Raul Gentallan eyes longer reign for UV Green Lancers

Glendale G. Rosal 12/12/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – Raul Gentallan, the newly crowned Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) Season 24 Men’s Basketball Finals Most Valuable Player, believes the University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers will be the league champion…

The unsung heroes behind Magis Eagles’ historic success in Cesafi

Glendale G. Rosal 12/11/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—The Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) Magis Eagles have long been the gold standard in the region’s high school basketball. Their program’s efficiency, success, and impact have inspired admiration and inspiration and sometimes envy…

SHS-AdC champion trio commits to Ateneo Blue Eagles

Glendale G. Rosal 12/10/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Ateneo Blue Eagles have secured the commitment of three standout players from the Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) Magis Eagles, an eight-time Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) high school basketball…

Cesafi basketball champions UV, Ateneo de Cebu, give back to the community 

Glendale Rosal 12/09/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— Beyond their dominance on the hardcourt, reigning Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) basketball champions, the University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers and the Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) Magis Eagles, displayed…

CESAFI VOLLEYBALL FINALS: UC dethrones USJ-R, claims elusive boys volleyball title

Glendale G. Rosal 12/09/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines— The University of Cebu (UC) Baby Webmasters delivered a stunning upset to dethrone the University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R) Baby Jaguars in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (Cesafi) Boys High School Volleyball Tournament…

UC coach Kern Sesante blasts Manila referees

Glendale G. Rosal 12/08/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters’ head coach, Atty. Kern Sesante, did not mince his words in expressing his frustration with game officials on the floor during their Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc.…

Cortes turns Chicago Bulls’ 2-three peat legacy into UV’s blueprint

Glendale G. Rosal 12/08/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers head coach Gary Cortes has etched his name among the greats in Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) basketball, securing his sixth championship and completing his…

CESAFI MVP Froilan Maglasang still uncertain on college future

Glendale G. Rosal 12/08/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Froilan Maglasang, the sharpshooting guard from Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu (SHS-AdC) Magis Eagles, wrapped up his high school career in a way that many could only dream of—a fairy-tale ending. Maglasang, hailing from Consolacion,…

CESAFI FINALS: UV sweeps UC, claims 16th CESAFI crown

Glendale G. Rosal 12/07/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—The University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers further cemented their dynasty in the CESAFI men’s basketball scene by sweeping the University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters in the Best-of-Three Finals. UV clinched its 16th CESAFI…

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