The participating teams of the Madflex Sports Unity Cup 2025 pose for a group photo. -Contributed photo
Blue Haus’ Tibayan rises up for the contested finish during an opening game against JTM in the Madflex Sports Unity Cup 2025 at the Ada gym on Sunday. – Photo by James F. Sablan Jr.
BLUE Haus made a strong debut in the Madflex Sports Unity Cup 2025, dominating JTM, 95-66, on Sunday at the Gilbert C. Ada Gym.
The first 10 minutes of the opening half were filled with lead exchanges. JTM played aggressively with Edward Manibusan and Kyrell Caraig leading the charge, scoring five and four points respectively.
Blue Haus matched their output with a two-man game led by Ibarola and Tibayan, whose speed and finishing ability produced a combined 14 points to keep the contest close. But Ragbonshe soon provided the extra firepower, scoring 12 points in the half to help Blue Haus take control. JTM’s Marc Tengco tried to rally his squad with 10 points of his own, but turnovers and rushed shots stalled their offense as Blue Haus pulled away to a 49-30 halftime lead.
Blue Haus’ Ibarola extends for the finish during an opening game against JTM in the Madflex Sports Unity Cup 2025 at the Ada gym on Sunday. – Photo by James F. Sablan Jr.
The momentum carried into the second half, with Sapo coming off the bench to deliver seven quick points. JTM’s Jonald Gutierrez joined Tengco and Caraig in the attack, but the team struggled to penetrate Blue Haus’ defense. On the other end, Ibarola and Ragbonshe capitalized on fast breaks, stretching the lead and sealing the 95-66 victory.
Also earning debut wins were Hagu Real over Hardt Eye, 84-76; Unity Trade against Pro Tech, 58-50; and New Summit over RHF, 53-39.
