Red Eagles rule Gaisano Grand Cup

DAVAO CITY — Holy Child College of Davao outplayed Southern Philippines Polytechnic College, Inc. (SPPCI), 75-73 to win the 18U Division 1 title of the Gaisano Grand Cup 21st Season p at the Gaisano Grand Skygym over the weekend.0

Japhet Ayonayon and Jaruh Paparon fired 14 points apiece for the Red Eagles, who prevented a possible SPPCI comeback in the final canto.

Ikeen Perales led SPPCI with 24 points in a losing effort.

Meanwhile, Amanda Marga Special Academic Institution banked on Jerald Cruz’s 18 points to beat Daniel R. Aguinaldo National High, 57-41, and secure the Division II title.

Crossing Bayabas National High also made its presence felt by winning the women’s division crown after overcoming rival Davao City National High, 55-50, behind the pair of Kim Baritua and Alleah Teringtering who finished with 16 and 15 points, respectively.