LGU Tagbilaran officially launched the much awaited 2025 Tagbilaran City Inter-Agency Basketball League dubbed as Asenso Pa More Cup on September 21, 2025, at the Saulog Gym.
The event was ushered in by a lively parade featuring 41 teams representing various Non-Government Organizations, Government Agencies, and Government-Affiliated Teams, marching from the City Hall entrance to the venue.
Tagbilaran City Vice Mayor Adam Relson Jala and First District Congressman John Geesnell “Baba” Yap II graced the occasion, delivering messages of support and encouragement to all participating teams.
Vice Mayor Jala led the athletes in reciting the Oath of Sportsmanship, reinforcing the values of fair play, respect, and integrity throughout the competition.
Representing Mayor Jane Yap and as the tournament’s founder, Congressman Baba Yap officially declared the tournament open, emphasizing the importance of unity and sportsmanship in his speech.
“The Asenso Pa More Cup is more than just a basketball league—it is a celebration of teamwork, discipline, and camaraderie. Through sports, we strengthen not only our bodies but also our unity and coordination. Best of luck to all the teams and may this tournament inspire us to keep pushing for greatness in all aspects of our lives,” Congressman Yap said.
Adding glamour to the occasion is the competition among the team muses with Ms. Shaina Balbiran of the Office for Transportation Security & Bureau of Customs as the winner. Ms. Gracelle Gwen Uli of the Land Bank of the Philippines and Ms. Anne Marie Bentulan of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Bohol got the 1st and 2nd runner-up titles, respectively.
Tagbilaran City Sports Coordinator Zacarias Castro and Tagbilaran City Basketball Commissioner Budie Caseñas are organizing the 8th edition of the Inter-Agency Basketball League.
The Asenso Pa More Cup promises an exhilarating basketball season, uniting various sectors and highlighting the spirit of sportsmanship that defines Tagbilaran City.
