Sundays Games featured the 1st Game of the Final Round best-of-3 series in both divisions and the battle for third place. Game 1 was supposed to be a battle for third by the classes of 2012 and 2014, but since both batches elected not to play, a coin toss was held to identify the 3rd and 4th place in the Young Blood Division. Game 2 is the first game of the series for the Young Blood Division, which featured a closely fought game in favor of the younger batch, the class of 2019 led by Kenneth Gaviola with 21 points, 7 boards, and 3 assists to defeat the class of 2018 with a score of 87-86. Game 3  is the first game of the series for the Young Once Division, which featured a 33-point beatdown by the class of 2002 led by Dave Navarro performing 29 points, 5 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 steals as they secured 1 win against the undermanned class of 2003.

Photos courtesy of Christian Balaoing (Class of 2013). Graphics by Aleck Tayag (Class of 2018).

Sundays Games featured the 2nd Game of the semi-final round best-of-3 series in both divisions: Games 1 and 4 featured the Young Blood; while Games 2and 3 featured the Young Once. Game 1 was a 6-point game between the classes of 2012 and 2019 where the younger batch emerged as the winners thanks to the contributions of Kenneth Gaviola with 25 points, 2 boards, 3 assists, and a steal. Game 2 was an 11-point game between the classes of 2002 and 1989 with Wey Galiza contributing 16 points, 5 rebounds, and 7 dimes to end the series. The penultimate game of the week was a 5-point game by 2003 against 2007. Mac Navarro continued to dominate with a triple-double perfomance of 24 points, 10 rebounds, 11 assists, and a steal as a cherry on top. The week's final game was a 17-point beatdown by the class of 2018 to the class of 2014. The younger batch showcased their dominance in the best-of-3 match-up thanks to the monster triple-double performance of John Michael Nabong: 40 points; 10 rebounds; 11 assists; and, 5 steals. Onto the finals for both divisions next weekend!

Photos courtesy of Christian Balaoing (Class of 2013). Graphics by Aleck Tayag (Class of 2018).

Sundays Games featured the start of the semi-final round in both divisions: Games 1 and 2 featured the Young Blood; while Games 3 and 4 featured the Young Once. Game 1 was a 10-point game between the classes of 2014 and 2018 where the younger batch emerged as the winners thanks to the contributions of Marc Castañeda with 28 points, 6 boards, 4 assists, and 2 blocks. Game 2 was a 6-point game between the classes of 2012 and 2019 with Cris Castañeda contributing 26 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 steals lead the series. The penultimate game of the week was a beatdown of 18 points by 2002 against 1989. Francis Sarmiento contributed 17 points, 6 rebounds, 2 assists, and 2 steals. The week's final game was a closely-contested showdown between the class of 2003 and the class of 2007. The elder batch prevailed to lead the best-of-3 match-up thanks to the double-double performance of Marvin Chan: 28 points; 10 rebounds. Onto the semis for both divisions next weekend!

Photos courtesy of Christian Balaoing (Class of 2013). Graphics by Aleck Tayag (Class of 2018).

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues on November 19, 2023. There will be no games on November 18, 2023 to give way for the school intramurals opening. All games this week is the first game of the semi-final round best of 3 series. Game 1 will be at 2:00 PM with the class of 2014 against the class of 2018. 2nd Game is at 3:00 PM game between 2012 and 2019. The penultimate game is at 4:00 PM between the class of 1989 and 2002. The final game this week is at 5:00 PM between the class of 20030 and the class of 2007. 

Who will move on to the final round in each division? Who will emerge victorious and bring home the trophy this coming homecoming? Will it be the high-scoring 2014 or the division-leading 2018 - the former coming from defeating 2013 twice or the latter who has skipped the quarter-finals to wait for the opponent? Rest or rust? Will it be the 1-2 punch of 2012 or the young core of 2019 - the former eliminating 2011 while the latter defeating 2022 twice? Who is hungrier? For the other more senior division, will the second-place 2002 win their trip back to the finals, or will the most senior batch gain superiority? Experience or length? And finally, will the division-leading 2007 earn their stint to the finals or will the streaking dark horse 2003 continue their hot streak. Favorites or dark horse.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues on November 11, 2023. Game 1 will be at 4:00 PM with the class of 2013 against the class of 2014 for the Game 2 of thier quarter-finals match-up. 2nd Game is at 5:00 PM for a quarter-finals game between 2002 and 2004. The final game on Saturday is at 6:00 PM, a quarter-finals bout between the class of 2000 and the class of 2007. 

On Sunday, November 5, 2023, Game 1 will be the 2nd qame of the quarter-finals showdown between the class of 2019 and 2022. The 2nd Game is the first quarter-finals bout between 1995 and 2003. The final game of the week is a quater-final game between the classes of 1989 and 2005.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues on November 4, 2023. Game 1 will be at 2:00 PM with the class of 2013 against the class of 2014 for their quarter-finals match-up. 2nd Game is at 3:00 PM between 2001 and 2007. The final game on Saturday is between the class of 1989 and the class of 2002. 

On Sunday, November 5, 2023, Game 1 will be a quarter-finals showdown between the class of 2019 against 2022. The 2nd Game is another quarter-finals bout between 2011 and 2012. The final game of the week is between the classes of 2001 and 2003.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues on October 28, 2023. Game 1 will be at 3:00 PM with the class of 2002 against the class of 1995. 2nd Game is at 4:00 PM between 2000 and 2007. The final game on Saturday is between the class of 2005 going against the class of 2004. 

On Sunday, October 29, 2023, Game 1 will be a showdown between the class of 2003 against 2007. The 2nd Game is a bout between 2000 and 2005. The final game of the week is between the classes of 1989 and 2001.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues on October 12, 2023. Game 1 will be at 3:00 PM with the class of 2002 against the class of 2000. 2nd Game is at 4:00 PM between 2001 and 2005. The final game on Saturday is between the class of 2011 going against the class of 2018. 

On Sunday, October 22, 2023, Game 1 will be a showdown between the class of 2014 against 2022. The 2nd Game is a bout between 2003 and 1995. The final game of the week is between the classes of 1989 and 2004.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues this October 14, 2023. Game 1 will be at 3:00 PM with the class of 2012 against the class of 2022. 2nd Game is at 4:00 PM between 1995 and 2000. The final game on Saturday is between the leaders of the Young Blood division, the undefeated and top-ranked class of 2018 going against the class of 2013. 

On Sunday, October 15, 2023, Game 1 will be a showdown between the class of 2003 against 2004. The 2nd Game is a bout between 2011 and 2022. The 3rd game will be a showdown between bottom feeders of the division, 2019 and 2014. The final game of the week is between the leader of the Young Once division, undefeated top-ranked class of 2007 and the class of 2005.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues this October 7, 2023. Game 1 will be at 2:00 PM with the class of 2001 seeking this first win this season against the class of 2002. 2nd Game is at 3:00 PM between 3rd rank 2011 and last ranked 2019. The 3rd game will be a tiebreaker showdown between both 2 wins and 2 losses, 1995 and 2004. The final game on Saturday is between the leaders of the Young Blood division, the 2nd ranked class of 2012 going against the division-leading class of 2018. 

On Sunday, October 8, 2023, Game 1 will be a showdown between the class of 2013 against 2014 - both seeking their 2nd win this season. 2nd Game is a bout between 2000 and 2003, the former seeking their 2nd win while the latter gunning for their 1st win. The final game of the week is between the leaders of the Young Once divisiong, top-ranked class of 1989 and 2nd-ranked class of 2007. Both teams also boasts perfect records so far.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues this September 30, 2023. Game 1 will be at 3:00 PM with the class of 2019 going up against the class of 2012. 2nd Game is at 4:00 PM between 1989 and 2005. The final game on Saturday is with the class of 1995 going against the class of 2007.

On Sunday, October 1, 2023, Game 1 will be a showdown between the class of 2011 against 2013. 2nd Game is a bout between 2002 and 2003. The final game of the week is between the class of 2000 and 2004.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues this September 23, 2023. Game 1 will be at 2:00 PM with the class of 2012 going up against the class of 2013. 2nd Game is at 3:00 PM between 2001 and 2004. Game 3 is a match-up between 1989 and 2000. The final game on Saturday is with the class of 1995 going against the class of 2005.

On Sunday, September 24, 2023, Game 1 will be a showdown between the class of 2019 against 2022. 2nd Game is a bout between 2002 and 2007. The final game of the week is between the class of 2014 and 2018.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 continues this September 16, 2023. Game 1 will be at 3:00 PM with the class of 2018 going up against the class of 2022. 2nd Game is at 4:00 PM between 2005 and 2003. The final game on Saturday is with the class of 2011 going against the class of 2012.

On Sunday, September 10, 2023, Game 1 will be a showdown between the class of 2019 against 2013. 2nd Game is a bout between 2004 and 2002. Game 3 is a match-up of the seniors among the division, 1989 and 1995. The final game of the week is between the class of 2000 and 2001.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 began last September 3, 2023. Game 1 was a match between the class of 1995 and 2001. The second eldest batch in the tournament gained their first win of the series thanks to the presence of Egbert Bognot. Game 2 was a clash between the class of 2018 and 2019 where the elder batch defeated their younger brothers thanks to last year's MVP, John Michael Nabong. The final game of the week was a showdown between the class of 2014 against the class of 2012 on a very close game. The class of 2014 gained first strike thanks to Javee Vergara.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '23 team captains and batch representatives attended the orientation given by Commissioner Ric Castañeda and Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) Tarlac City Referees, represented by Mr. Verando Medrano, scheduled last August 31, 2023, in preparation for the opening games. 

Photos on the right are courtesy of Roger Aquino.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Summer League '23 will be back this April 15, 2023.

Interested players may notify Commissioner Ric Castañeda on/or March 31, 2023. Players are expected to cover their Alumni Group Insurance and their Jersey. Team Sponsors are also invited to join and promote their organization by shouldering the registration fee of the team.

Regular games will be every Saturday and Sunday. Proceeds of this league will still be for the Don Bosco Youth Center Scholarship Fund. We would like to thank the batches who joined last year for the DBYCup was able to shoulder 2 scholars. 

Details: Ric Castañeda - 0917 115 5440

Payments: Paumee David - 0922 882 0031 via GCash

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '22 continued last December 3-4, 2022. Game 1 was a semi-final match between the class of 2003 and 2000. The class of 2003 gained their first win of the series thanks to Gerich Dijamco's strong presence in the paint. Day 1 was concluded by a quarterfinal do-or-die clash between the class of 2011 and 2020 where the youngest class of the division defeated their twice-to-beat brothers thanks to Robbie Joe Catahan's double-double effort of 19 points and 11 rebounds. The class of 2011 is now eliminated from the tournament as the class of 2020 advances to the semi-finals and will be facing the class of 2018 in a best-of-three series.

On Sunday, Game 1 was a semi-final match between the combined classes of 1989 & 1990 against the undefeated class of 2002. The class of 2002 remains undefeated as they advance to the finals thanks to the combined efforts of Jonathan Reyes and Russel Pangilinan who contributed double-doubles of 17 points, 15 rebounds, and 16 points, 15 rebounds apiece. Week 14 was concluded with a do-or-die quarterfinal match between the green patch classes of 2010 and 2014. The elder green patch edged their younger brothers thanks to Keeno Dizon's double-double contribution of 10 points and 10 rebounds with 2 assists and 2 steals. The class of 2014 is now eliminated from the tournament as the class of 2010 advances to the semi-finals and will be facing the class of 2012 in a best-of-three series.

We will never get tired of thanking the sponsors of this event: Primera Light Brandy; Westwood Farm Events & Accommodations; Yunik Burger; Davies Paints Philippines; and our new player of the game sponsor, Burgos Barbers who offered to give a free haircut to the best players. Again, big thanks to the class of 1984 for a newly painted gymnasium where Bosconians can run, jump, make noise and avoid sin.

Quarterfinals and semifinals continues next weekend.

Photos from Ric Castaneda and Vener Medrano

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '22 continued last November 19-20, 2022. Game 1 was between the class of 2007 and 2012. The class of 2007 were a no-show en route to their winless elimination in the tournament. 2012, on the other hand, became the top team in the young blood division. Day 1 was concluded by a clash between the class of 2010 and 2018 where the class of 2018 won a close game courtesy of CJ Manalo's 18 scored points and 5 hauled boards.

On Sunday, Game 1 was between the class of 2008 and 2014. 2008 was a no-show leading to their elimination in the tournament. The penultimate game of the week featured a quarterfinal match between the combined classes of 1989 & 1990 versus the class of 2001. The combined classes of 1989 & 1990 earned their semi-finals stint thanks to Oliver Zablan's 16 points and 6 rebounds. Week 12 was concluded with the class of 2003 going against the class of 2004. The younger batch won thanks to Poy Bengco's 17 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 steals. The class of 2003 enjoys a twice-to-beat advantage and will meet the class of 2004 on a loser-goes-home quarterfinals match-up.

We will never get tired of thanking the sponsors of this event: Primera Light Brandy; Westwood Farm Events & Accommodations; Yunik Burger; Davies Paints Philippines; and our new player of the game sponsor, Burgos Barbers who offered to give a free haircut to the best players. Again, big thanks to the class of 1984 for a newly painted gymnasium where Bosconians can run, jump, make noise and avoid sin.

Quarterfinals continues next weekend.

Photos from Ric Castaneda and Vener Medrano

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '22 continued last November 5-6, 2022. Game 1 was between the class of 2015 and 2013. The class of 2013 won via default. Game 2 was between the classes of 2003 and 2004.  The class of 2003 defeated their younger brothers courtesy of Joseph Bryan Samson's performance of 18 points. Day 1 was concluded by a clash between the class of 2002 and 1995 where the class of 2002 maintained their spotless record thanks to Eric Lao's 21 points.

On Sunday, Game 1 was between the class of 2011 and 2014. 2014 went home with their fifth win due to the heroic efforts of Jayvee Vergara with 27 points. He singlehandedly brought his team to victory with his 9 three-pointers. Game 2 was a showdown between the classes of 2007 and 2008. The younger batch won the game thanks to Cedrick Ignacio's 13 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 steals, and 2 shot blocks. The penultimate game of the week featured the combined classes of 1989 & 1990 versus the class of 2005. The oldest in their age group emerged victorious courtesy of Dheeno Lumanlan's 26 points. Week 10 was concluded with the class of 2000 going against the class of 2001. The older batch gave their younger brothers a commanding 23-point win courtesy of Matt Chu's all-around contribution of 27 points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists, 3 steals, and 3 blocks.

We will never get tired of thanking the sponsors of this event: Primera Light Brandy; Westwood Farm Events & Accommodations; Yunik Burger; Davies Paints Philippines; and our new player of the game sponsor, Burgos Barbers who offered to give a free hair cut to the best players. Again, big thanks to the class of 1984 for a newly painted gymnasium where Bosconians can run, jump, make noise and avoid sin.

Photos from Ric Castaneda and Vener Medrano

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '22 continued last October 22-23, 2022. Game 1 was between the class of 2012 and 2013. The class of 2013 conceded against the older batch thanks to Ralph Reyes' double-double performance scoring 10 points and 11 rebounds. Game 2 was between the classes of 2005 and 2014. The game was very lopsided that both teams agreed to no longer play the fourth quarter.  The class of 2004 defeated their younger brothers courtesy of Poy Bengco's performance of 24 points. The penultimate game of the day featured the class of 2002 versus 2003. The green patch emerged victorious as they maintain a perfect eliminations record courtesy of Russel Pangilinan's double double performance of 26 points and 11 rebounds. Day 1 was concluded by a clash between the classes of 2011 and 2008 where the class of 2011 emerged triumphant thanks to Venedick Vincon Espinonsa's 18 points.

On Sunday, Game 1 was between the class of 2010 and 2020. 2010 went home with their third win due to the efforts of Hobbie Jed Aquino with 14 points. Game 2 was a showdown between the classes of 2007 and 2014. The younger batch won the game thanks to JV Vergara's 15 points. The penultimate game of the week featured the class of 2015 versus 2018. The gold patch emerged victorious courtesy of CJ Manalo's performance of 20 points. Week 8 was concluded with the combined classes of 1989 and 1990 going against the class of 2000. The younger Bosconians gave the eldest among the group a hard time as they built a 25-point lead courtesy of Mat Mat Chu's 14 points.

We will never get tired of thanking the sponsors of this event: Primera Light Brandy; Westwood Farm Events & Accommodations; Yunik Burger; Davies Paints Philippines; and our new player of the game sponsor, Burgos Barbers who offered to give a free hair cut to the best players. Again, big thanks to the class of 1984 for a newly painted gymnasium where Bosconians can run, jump, make noise and avoid sin.

Photos from Ric Castañeda and Vener Medrano

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '22 continued last October 8-9, 2022. Game 1 was between the combined classes of 1989 & 1990 and 2002. The class of 2002 kept their winning record against the older batch thanks to Russel Pangilinan's 24 points. Game 2 was between the classes of 2000 and 2005. The class of 2000 defeated their younger brothers courtesy of Tristan Tabamo's 27-point performance. Day 1 was concluded by a clash between the classes of 2011 and 2015 where the class of 2011 emerged triumphant thanks to Peter Joseph Quiroz who notched a double-double, 22 points and 10 rebounds. 

On Sunday, Game 1 was between the class of 2020 and 2008. 2008 went home with their second win due to the efforts of Cedrick Ignacio with 25 points. Game 2 was a showdown between the classes of 2014 and 2010. The younger green patch won the nailbiter thanks to Penny Mchale Chua's 15 points. The penultimate game of the week featured the class of 2012 versus 2018. The younger team emerged victorious courtesy of John Michael Nabong's 16 points. Week 6 was concluded with a double overtime match-up between the classes of 2004 and 2001. The class of 2001 survived the beatdown led by Ryan Rico with 25 points and 7 rebounds.

We continue to remind players, especially new ones, of the "no insurance, no play" policy. Likewise, we also remind players to take care of their belongings and maintain cleanliness inside the campus. Representatives from our alumni group insurance will be present before each game. Make sure you are bringing your insurance fee of PHP. 600.00.

We will never get tired of thanking the sponsors of this event: Primera Light Brandy; Westwood Farm Events & Accommodations; Yunik Burger; Davies Paints Philippines; and our new player of the game sponsor, Burgos Barbers who offered to give a free hair cut to the best players. Again, big thanks to the class of 1984 for a newly painted gymnasium where Bosconians can run, jump, make noise and avoid sin.

Photos from Ric Castañeda and Vener Medrano

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '22 continued last September 24, 2022. Game 1 was between the classes of 2011 and 2012 - a rematch of last season's championship game. The class of 2012 dominated the older batch thanks to Iree Ilagan's 28 points. Iree has score 20+ points in his last 3 games averaging 24.7 per game. Game 2 was between the classes of 2003 and 2005. The older 2003 defeated their younger brothers courtesy of Mac Navarro's double-double performance of 17 points and 18 rebounds. Day 1 was concluded by a clash between the classes of 2015 and 2020 where the class of 2020 emerged triumphant thanks to a buzzer-beater three by Janz Biag, he also notched 33 points. 

Games last Sunday were postponed due to inclement weather and as a safety precaution due to the expected arrival of Super Typhoon Karding.

We continue to remind players, especially new ones, of the "no insurance, no play" policy. Likewise, we also remind players to take care of their belongings and maintain the cleanliness inside the campus. Representatives from our alumni group insurance will be present before each game. Make sure you are bringing your insurance fee of PHP. 600.00.

We will never get tired of thanking the sponsors of this event: Primera Light Brandy; Westwood Farm Events & Accommodations; Yunik Burger; and, Davies Paints Philippines. And big thanks to the class of 1984 for a newly painted gymnasium where Bosconians can run, jump, make noise and avoid sin.

Photos from Ric Castañeda

Photos courtesy of Ric Castañeda.

Officiating team with the photo-ops.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '22 continued last September 10-11, 2022. On Saturday, Game 1 was between the classes of 2002 and 2005. Dynasty 2002 emerged victorious against the younger batch thanks to John Ponce's season-high 37 points. Game 2 was between the classes of 2012 and 2008. The younger 2012 defeated their big brothers courtesy of the all-around play of Iree Ilagan. Day 1 was concluded by a clash between the classes of 2000 and 1995 where the class of 2000 emerged triumphant thanks to Tristan Tabamo's 14 points. 

On Sunday, Game 1 was between the class of 2020 and 2018. 2020 emerged victorious against the older batch due to the efforts of Apollo Roque with 18 points. Game 2 was a showdown between the classes of 2014 and 2015. The younger 2015 defeated their seniors thanks to Benedict Lapeña's 33 points. The penultimate game of the week featured the class of 2010 versus the class of 2011. 2011 showed no mercy with a 19-point lead headed by their Team Captain, Arnold Calma. Week 2 was concluded with a match-up between the classes of 2001 and 2003. The younger class of 2003 escaped as victors led by their big man, Mac Navarro with 15 points and 13 rebounds.

We continue to remind players, especially new ones, of the "no insurance, no play" policy. Representatives from our alumni group insurance will be present before each game. Make sure you are bringing your insurance fee of PHP. 600.00.

We wish to thank the sponsors of this event: Primera Light Brandy; Westwood Farm Events & Accommodations; Yunik Burger; and, Davies Paints Philippines. And big thanks to the class of 1984 for a newly painted gymnasium where Bosconians can run, jump, make noise and avoid sin.

Photos from: Ric Castañeda; Vener Medrano; Mark Bonifacio; and, Roger Aquino.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '22 kicked off last September 4, 2022. Opening ceremonies was highlighted by the blessing of the newly painted gym and the players, organizers, and officiating team followed by snacks,  then Skills Challenge and, 3 Point Shootout at 2:00 PM. CJ Remandaban from the class of 2007 dominated both categories. Game 1 was between the combined classes of 1989 and 1990 winning against the class of 1995 with a score of 55-49. John Gomez from the class of 1990 was heralded as the player of the game with 16 points, 13 rebounds, and 1 block. Game 2 was between the classes of 2007 and 2011. The class of 2011 dominated the game with a score of 78-57. Earvin Gared Bermudo from the class of 2011 was chosen as the player of the game with 15 points, 3 assists, and 1 steal.

For those who wish to request a special schedule, you have until every Tuesday of the week to contact the Commissioner. Games for each weekend will be posted every Wednesday of the week on this website. 

Players are reminded of the "no insurance, no play" policy. Representatives from our alumni group insurance will be present before each game. Make sure you are bringing your insurance fee of PHP. 600.00. Each batch is also reminded to settle their registration prior to their first game. Contact our Alumni Treasurer, Paumee David, for details.

We wish to thank the sponsors of this event: Primera Light Brandy; Westwood Farm Events & Accommodations; Yunik Burger; and, Davies Paints Philippines. And big thanks to the class of 1984 for a newly painted gymnasium where Bosconians can run, jump, make noise and avoid sin.

Photos from: Ryan Gonzales; Ric Castañeda; Jay-Jay Salvador; Chad Torres; Mark Bonifacio; and, Jordan Chanchico Balancio.

Don Bosco Youth Cup Season '22 team captains and batch representatives attended the orientation given by Commissioner Ric Castañeda and Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) Tarlac City Referees scheduled last August 13, 2022, in preparation for the opening games. The schedule of opening games is still being finalized as the gym is currently being repainted.

Photos on the right are courtesy of Vener Medrano.