The Cebu Eastern College (CEC) Dragons celebrated a triumphant moment as they completed a Grand Slam title in the Cesafi 12-Under basketball tournament on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at the Cebu Coliseum. This victory marks their third consecutive championship, solidifying their dominance in the league.
A Decisive Victory in Game 2
Under the guidance of Coach Mark Anthony Tallo, the Dragons unleashed a fiery offensive performance to overwhelm the Cebu Institute of Technology-University (CIT-U) Baby Wildcats with a final score of 88-42 in Game 2. This win concluded their best-of-three finals series early with a 2-0 sweep.
Dominant Start and Halftime Lead
The Dragons came out aggressively from the start, establishing a commanding 50-29 lead by halftime. They maintained their momentum throughout the game, never looking back and securing a resounding victory.
Historic Winning Streak
Beyond achieving their third straight championship, the Dragons etched their name in history by extending their consecutive winning streak to 25 games, dating back to the previous season. This remarkable feat highlights their consistent excellence and team cohesion.
MVP and Mythical Five Honors
Francis Jeevan Macalisang, who contributed 13 points for the Dragons, was awarded the Most Valuable Player (MVP) title. He was joined in the Mythical Five by Kirby Collado from Ateneo, Nicolai Cabanero from USC, Kent Thor from CIT-U, and Sheriff Samad from CEC.
15-Under Finals Series Update
In a related development, the defending champion University of the Visayas (UV) Green Lancers forced a deciding Game 3 in the 15-Under finals series after a strong comeback against the CIT-U Baby Wildcats in Game 2, winning 70-44. The two teams are set to conclude their series on Tuesday, February 10, to determine the champion.
