Laguna Basketball team to compete in Malaysia

SANTA CRUZ, Laguna — Young basketball players from Laguna are preparing to represent the Philippines in an international tournament in Puchong, Malaysia, scheduled from 4 to 12 December 2026.

The Southern Basketball Developmental League (SBDL)–Laguna team confirmed its participation during an interview featured in the provincial government's “Talakayan sa Kapitolyo” program.

According to the Laguna Public Information Office, the players and team representatives expressed appreciation to Governor Sol Aragones for supporting their participation in the upcoming competition.

The international tournament will provide the young athletes with an opportunity to compete against other basketball teams and gain experience in an overseas sporting event.

The SBDL serves as a developmental platform for aspiring basketball players, providing opportunities to improve their skills and gain competitive experience.

During the interview, team representatives acknowledged the provincial government's assistance to their basketball program and its continuing support for youth development and sports activities.

The participation of the Laguna delegation also provides an opportunity to showcase the province's young basketball talent on an international stage.

The provincial government highlighted the team's upcoming competition as part of its efforts to recognize the achievements and potential of young athletes from Laguna.

The tournament is scheduled to run for nine days, from 4 to 12 December, in Puchong, Malaysia.

Further details about the participating teams, tournament categories and competition format were not specified in the provincial government's announcement.