Academia De San Lorenzo Dema-Ala sent a strong message in the league by dominating its opening game, blasting College of St. Adela, 64-22, in the women’s division of the Christian “Agila” Natividad Inter-School Basketball Friendship Cup held over the weekend at Colinas Verde Gym in San Jose del Monte City, Bulacan.
The Lioness’ 1-2-3 punch of coach Diorem Samonte combined for 47 points even as Kaye Dulay controlled the game with her defense from start to finish in dominant fashion for their first victory in the event organized by Ei Dulay and supported by Bulacan sports patron Malolos City Mayor Christian “Agila” Natividad.
“It’s a strong message for our determination to win this prestigious grassroots basketball program in SJDM City and we are looking forward to it,” ASDL coach Samonte said, acknowledging the full support of team owner and institution head Edna Dema-Ala.
In the men’s division, Colegio de San Gabriel beat Sapang Palay National High School ,70-50 for its initial victory.