TAGUM CITY- Eleven teams representing the various Sangguniang Kabataan (SK) chapters in Davao del Norte were pitted against each other in a friendly inter-LGU youth basketball tournament.
Governor Rodolfo P. del Rosario said the four-game, semi home-and-away series, which seeks to attain unity and harmony among the youth, is in line with his development agenda P.E.O.P.L.E.
“We hold this event for our youth to possess a sound body and a sound mind, foster unity and sportsmanship, and develop friendships,” the governor said, in a message read by SKPF President ex-officio Board Member Eugene Katrina Estrada.
Del Rosario added the province is pursuing an integrated sports development program in order to provide a forum for the youth to learn skills such as discipline, confidence and leadership, while also offering a healthy diversion from harmful misconducts, such as drug abuse and involvement in crime.
During the tournament launching at the Rotary Covered Court in Tagum City on June 23, 2012, the Samal team easily clinched a strong victory over Carmen, 102-72. New Corella also repulsed Asuncion, 94-65, at the same time as, Tagum City humiliated Talaingod, 100-64, in the following matches.
Provincial Sports Coordinator Giovanni Gulanes said the kick off activity was held as part of the activities lined up for the 45th Araw ng Davao del Norte celebrations.
The playoffs will be among the highlights of the weeklong celebration of Gov. del Rosario’s birthday on September 1.
Other guests include Board Member Atty. Joey Millan, Board Member Dr. Alfredo De Veyra, Mayor Joseph Nilo Parenas of Asuncion, Mayor Nestor Alcoran of New Corella, City Councilor De Carlo Uy and Assistant Provincial Administrator Romulo Tagalo.(Noel Baguio)
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