2018 and 2005 teams secure spots in finals at Shaabaa tournament
In a thrilling Division C final match of Shaabaa Season 28, the 2018-Xchange Forex team emerged victorious against the defending champions, 2013-Nest Workspaces, with a close score of 101-97. This marked a significant upset, dethroning the reigning champions [1][4].
Key players for Batch 2018 included former Magis Eagles standouts such as Errol Pastor, Andrew Velasco, Benedict Andre Chua, and Jed Cedrick Colonia [1]. Pastor, in particular, was pivotal, contributing 19 points, seven rebounds, three assists, and a steal, which helped secure the victory and a sweep of the best-of-three series against Batch 2013-Nest Workspaces [3].
The match was competitive, with a narrow final score and intense gameplay in the semifinals leading up to this final. Batch 2018 carried momentum from their previous win over the defending champions during the eliminations (85-67) [1]. The deciding factors included strong individual performances from Pastor and his teammates, which disrupted the reigning champions' hold on the title.
Meanwhile, in Division B, 2005-Insular Square reached the finals. Their stifling defense was effective in the closing minutes of the match, while their creative offense was decisive [2]. Elddie Cabahug scored 22 points, and Efren Sanchez contributed 12 points for Insular Square. The team's opponents in the finals are yet to be specified.
In another Division C match, 2013-Nest Workspaces faced 2010-ZLREJ. The lead between the two teams changed hands 16 times and was tied 11 times, making for a highly competitive game. In the end, Batch 2018's victory over Nest Workspaces proved to be the deciding factor, as they secured their place in the finals [5].
Batch 2018's key players, apart from Errol Pastor, included Benedict Chua (14 points), Andrew Velasco (15 points), Lyder Kent Carieso (10 points), Joshua Vincent (13 points), and Benedict Andre Chua (14 points). For 2010-ZLREJ, Gabe Branzuela scored 19 points and had 11 rebounds, while Jasper Diaz contributed 20 points and 13 rebounds [5].
As Shaabaa Season 28 draws to a close, the focus now shifts to the upcoming Division B and C finals. The excitement is palpable, and fans eagerly await to see who will emerge victorious in each division.
Sports such as basketball were put on display during the Division C final match of Shaabaa Season 28, where the 2018-Xchange Forex team triumphed, securing a score of 101-97 against the defending champions, 2013-Nest Workspaces. Errol Pastor from the victorious team, a former Magis Eagles standout, had a significant impact, contributing 19 points and key plays to help his team secure a sweep in the best-of-three series against Batch 2013-Nest Workspaces.
