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    CKSC Shines in Hotshots Basketball League with Triple Podium Finish: 12U Crowned Champions, 18U and 16U Claim Runner-Up Honors

    Chiang Kai Shek College (CKSC) demonstrated its deep basketball tradition in the recently concluded Hotshots Basketball School-Based Season 2, with all three participating teams finishing on the podium — one championship and two runner-up finishes. From the dominant title run of the 12U squad to hard-fought runner-up finishes in the 18U and 16U divisions, the CKSC Blue Dragons proved themselves to be one of the most competitive schools in the tournament.

    12U Division: Champions — Defeating Xavier School in the Finals

    CKSC’s 12-and-under team was the brightest performer of the tournament. In the championship game, the young Blue Dragons defeated Xavier School, 53–40, to claim the title.

    Championship Roster: Vince Jared R. Carreon, Zeon Caleb V. Feliciano, Allen Kane S. Panganangan, Francis Eduard C. Dizon, Ashton Gavin C. Lim, Jayren Keinel V. Raposon, Arkin Drew Baydid, Francis Kaden D. Chua, Marc Vincent T. Escalada, Jai Tyler A. Sauza, Kristian Gavin B. De Guzman, Zildian Kyle D. Trayfalgar, Audric Liuz T. Guevarra.

    Individual Awards: Allen Kane S. Panganangan swept both Mythical 5 and Finals MVP honors, while Marc Vincent T. Escalada also earned Mythical 5 recognition — underscoring the dominance of CKSC’s core players.

    Participating Schools: Chiang Kai Shek College, Xavier School, Don Bosco Makati, Our Lady of Lourdes College.
    CKSC finished as Champion, Xavier School as 1st Runner Up, and Our Lady of Lourdes College as 2nd Runner Up.

    18U Division: Battling the Best, Claiming 1st Runner Up

    The 18-and-under division was the most competitive of all. CKSC fought hard against Mapua University and ultimately secured 1st Runner Up honors.

    Roster: Vince Andrew G. Delantar, Carl Josef Almoguera, Lorenzo Joaquin B. Lacson, Christian Henrik C. Pedarce, Calix Liam T. Maldo, Gareth Daughtry B. Deypalan, Miguel Gabriel C. Lizo, King Bryan Jordan A. Yun, Diether Miel C. Alberto, Jhanmel Gabriel A. Alsim, Cloud Tyreke G. Nuyda, Ace Chester L. Cruz, Jairus L. Galvez, Clarque Ethan O. Javier, Kobe James Gil M. Laquibla.

    Individual Awards: Lorenzo Joaquin B. Lacson and Christian Henrik C. Pedarce both earned Mythical 5 selections, showcasing CKSC’s top-tier individual talent in the oldest age bracket.

    Participating Schools: Arellano University, Mapua University, University of Santo Tomas, Chiang Kai Shek College, San Sebastian College – Recoletos.
    Mapua University claimed the championship, CKSC finished as 1st Runner Up, and San Sebastian College – Recoletos as 2nd Runner Up.

    16U Division: Runner-Up Finish, Mythical 5 Player Shines

    In the 16-and-under division, CKSC battled through the competition and ultimately finished as 2nd Runner Up after facing San Sebastian College – Recoletos.

    Roster: Aj Raphael O. Olandres, Jovan Greg C. Lu, Jerome Zhihao K. Chen, Miven Jeighcob R. Vidal, William Harry C. Angoluan, Amar’e Andrew Phoenix Stewart, Marcio Elijah William B. Pereña, Gareth Daughtry B. Deypalan, Alphonse Ryan J. Sanchez II, Teo Aelous Tañedo, Kyrie G. Santos, Ace Chester L. Cruz, Austin Dave M. Asistin, Yñigo Lexter A. Gonzalvo, Dexter II B. Manahan, Zachary Kurt M. Cañares, Xavier S. Yung.

    Individual Award: Zachary Kurt M. Cañares was named to the Mythical 5, standing out as one of the most notable CKSC players in this division.

    Participating Schools: MYB Pilipinas, San Sebastian College – Recoletos, Arellano University, Chiang Kai Shek College, University of the East, UST Angelicum.
    CKSC finished as 2nd Runner Up, with UST Angelicum as Champion and Arellano University as 1st Runner Up.

    Three Teams, Three Podiums

    From the 12U championship trophy to the 18U and 16U runner-up medals, CKSC delivered an impressive overall performance in this season’s Hotshots tournament. All three teams produced Mythical 5 selections, with the 12U squad even producing a Finals MVP — a clear reflection of CKSC’s systematic approach and depth in basketball development.

    CKSC’s full-scale success on the Hotshots court once again reaffirms the school’s leading position in Philippine Chinese-school basketball.

    CKSC Coaching Staff

    The following coaches guided CKSC’s three teams throughout the tournament:

    • Arvin Jerome C. Faustino
    • Julius Floyd G. Capati
    • Arman Richard E. Ancheta
    • Mickey Randy G. Kabigting
    • Geordann G. Liao