Tagbilaran 2025 Asenso Pa More cup kicks off

LGU Tagbilaran officially launched the much awaited 2025 Tagbilaran City Inter-Agency Basketball League dubbed as Asenso Pa More Cup on September 21, 2025, at the Saulog Gym.

The event was ushered in by a lively parade featuring 41 teams representing various Non-Government Organizations, Government Agencies, and Government-Affiliated Teams, marching from the City Hall entrance to the venue.

Tagbilaran City Vice Mayor Adam Relson Jala and First District Congressman John Geesnell “Baba” Yap II graced the occasion, delivering messages of support and encouragement to all participating teams.

Vice Mayor Jala led the athletes in reciting the Oath of Sportsmanship, reinforcing the values of fair play, respect, and integrity throughout the competition.

Representing Mayor Jane Yap and as the tournament’s founder, Congressman Baba Yap officially declared the tournament open, emphasizing the importance of unity and sportsmanship in his speech.

“The Asenso Pa More Cup is more than just a basketball league—it is a celebration of teamwork, discipline, and camaraderie. Through sports, we strengthen not only our bodies but also our unity and coordination. Best of luck to all the teams, and may this tournament inspire us to keep pushing for greatness in all aspects of our lives,” Congressman Yap said.

Adding glamour to the occasion is the competition among the team muses with Ms. Shaina Balbiran of the Office for Transportation Security & Bureau of Customs as the winner, Ms. Gracelle Gwen Uli of the Land Bank of the Philippines and Ms. Anne Marie Bentulan of the Integrated Bar of the Philippines Bohol got the 1st and 2nd runner-up titles, respectively.

Tagbilaran City Sports Coordinator Zacarias Castro and Tagbilaran City Basketball Commissioner Budie Caseñas are organizing the 8th edition of the Inter-Agency Basketball League.

The Asenso Pa More Cup promises an exhilarating basketball season, uniting various sectors and highlighting the spirit of sportsmanship that defines Tagbilaran City.

Agency muses enliven  the court with a production number during the opening ceremony of the 2025 Asenso Pa More Cup held at the Saulog Gym on September 21, 2025 with 41 participating teams highlighting unity, sportsmanship, and camaraderie. (Contributed photo)

Tagbilaran health workers boost emergency readiness with BLS Training

To further strengthen the city’s emergency preparedness and response, the Tagbilaran City Primary Care Facility (TCPCF), in partnership with the Department of Health–Central Visayas Center for Health Development, successfully conducted two batches of Basic Life Support Training for its Health Emergency Response Team.

The training of the first batch was held on September 15–16, 2025, followed by the second batch on September 18–19, 2025.

A total of 59 TCPCF employees completed the sessions, gaining critical life-saving skills needed to respond to medical emergencies and disaster situations.

The intensive training program focused on equipping frontline health workers with practical knowledge and hands-on techniques in performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation, proper airway management, and immediate first-aid response during life-threatening situations.

City Health Officer Dr. Jeia Pondoc emphasized that the training is a vital investment in building a resilient and responsive healthcare system.

“By empowering our health workers with essential life-saving skills, we ensure that Tagbilaran City is prepared to protect and care for its people during emergencies”, Dr. Pondoc said.

The BLS training forms part of the city’s broader health and disaster preparedness strategy, aligning with Mayor Jane Yap’s commitment to enhance frontline services and provide timely medical care to residents.

With 59 newly trained personnel, the Tagbilaran City Health Emergency Response Team is now more equipped to deliver immediate, effective, and life-saving interventions, ensuring that communities remain safe and resilient in times of crisis.

A CDRRMO instructor  (kneeling, left) demonstrates to  a participant the proper Basic Life Support techniques during the training. (Contributed photo)