The Lolita Cup Season 2 Basketball Tournament witnessed an exhilarating double-header in the semi-finals, where Abante Macarthur and Better and Brighter Tanauan secured hard-fought victories, setting the stage for an electrifying final.
Game 1: Macarthur vs. Burauen (5:00 PM)
In the first game of the night, Abante Macarthur stunned the Burauen Volcanoes with a 75-70 victory. Macarthur’s relentless defense and clutch shooting allowed them to edge out the Volcanoes in a tightly contested match.
Ian Ted Barquin and Lei Xavier Calinawan were instrumental in Macarthur’s success, each contributing 10 crucial points, propelling their team one step closer to the finals.
Game 2: Tanauan vs. Alangalang (5:00 PM)
Later in the evening, defending champions Better and Brighter Tanauan narrowly escaped with an 80-79 win against the Alangalang Golden Bell. The game was a nail-biter from start to finish, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times.
However, Tanauan’s Mel Ivan Parungao delivered a standout performance, scoring an impressive 22 points, ultimately tipping the scales in favor of his team.
Closer to the finals
As the Lolita Cup Season 2 draws closer to its climax, anticipation is at an all-time high. Abante Macarthur and Better and Brighter Tanauan will now face off in what promises to be an epic final showdown. The battle for the championship title is set to be an intense and thrilling affair, with both teams eager to claim victory.
Fans are eagerly awaiting the final, which will determine who will be crowned the champions of the Lolita Cup Season 2.