Luna, Apayao - Apayao Eagles crushed the Mountain Province Brave Mountaineers, 68-34, in a basketball elementary boys duel at the Aliwa Gymnasium here on February 27.
The shooting power of Bradd Rescopin and Gian Clyde Duarte and the rebounds of the mighty towers Bunot and De Jesus resulted a 10-point lead of the 1st quarter, 21-11.
Brave Mountaineers tried to steal the lead of the Eagles by fast breaks, steals and traps but with Eagles’ expertise on dribbling and assist, they dominated the 2nd quarter with 27-19.
Aiming to continue the domination of the play, Coach Duarte and Coach Tumbaga let their Power 5 played the 3rd quarter with the rebounds of Bunot and De Jesus, dribbling and assists of Enciso, fast moving steals of Rescopin and the shooting power of Duarte powdered the Brave Mountaineers with a 13 lead (33-19).
Suyon, Palanchao and Colas of the Brave Mountaineers gave all their strengths in playing, aiming to win over the Eagles but with their set play and teamwork, Apayao Eagles continued soaring high and unstoppable at the final quarter with a 34 lead (68-34).
“I am so happy that despite of how hard our training is, the kids were able to make Apayao proud. It’s not a home court advantage because we were not able to utilize the gym during practice but the support of the Iyapayaos boosted the confidence of the players. Let’s go for gold,” said Coach Duarte. (Suzelle C. Enciso)