11/08/2026
PICE NOC Basketball Cup 2026 Season 2: Talisay City, Binalbagan Advance to Finals
BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL — August 8, 2026. — The semifinals of the PICE NOC Basketball Cup 2026 Season 2 delivered an action-packed day of intense competition as four teams battled for a coveted spot in the championship game at the SM Sky Hall, Bacolod City.
With the tournament already reaching its crucial stage, District 2 Binalbagan and District 1 Talisay City emerged victorious in their respective semifinal matchups, securing their places in the finals.
Binalbagan Overcomes Chicks in Game 1
The first semifinal matchup featured District 2 Binalbagan against District 3 Chicks, with both teams immediately showing determination to control the game.
The opening quarter was a tightly contested battle, with Binalbagan holding only a slim advantage. Chicks remained within striking distance, keeping the pressure on their opponents and preventing an early runaway.
The second quarter continued in much the same fashion. Both teams traded baskets in a competitive exchange, but Binalbagan gradually established better control of the game. By halftime, District 2 had begun to create some separation.
The turning point came in the third quarter, when Binalbagan significantly increased the intensity on both ends of the court. Their offensive ex*****on and defensive pressure allowed them to pull away from Chicks and establish a commanding advantage.
With the momentum firmly on their side, Binalbagan maintained control in the final quarter and completed a convincing semifinal victory.
Final Score: District 2 Binalbagan 85 – District 3 CHICKS 59
The victory propelled District 2 Binalbagan into the championship game, while District 3 Chicks bowed out after a determined semifinal campaign.
Talisay City Dominates Bago City in Game 2
The second semifinal saw District 1 Talisay City face District 4 Bago City in another highly anticipated matchup.
The game opened with both teams engaged in a close battle. Bago City matched Talisay City’s intensity early, keeping the margin narrow throughout the opening period. Talisay City, however, managed to finish the quarter with a slight advantage.
The complexion of the game dramatically changed in the second quarter. Talisay City exploded offensively while tightening its defense, producing a massive run that transformed the closely fought contest into a commanding lead. Bago City struggled to keep pace as Talisay City continued to dictate the tempo.
Talisay City carried that momentum into the third quarter, maintaining its substantial advantage while Bago City attempted to mount a comeback. Despite the effort from District 4, Talisay City’s offensive consistency and defensive control kept the game firmly within their grasp.
The fourth quarter became a showcase of Talisay City’s depth and composure. They sustained their lead until the final buzzer, completing a dominant semifinal performance.
Final Score: District 1 Talisay City 98 – District 4 Bago City 66
With the victory, District 1 Talisay City punched its ticket to the finals and joined District 2 Binalbagan as the two remaining teams in the championship race.
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Championship Showdown Set
The semifinal results have now set the stage for the PICE NOC Basketball Cup 2026 Season 2 Championship, with District 1 Talisay City and District 2 Binalbagan emerging as the final two contenders.
Both teams displayed different paths to victory in the semifinals—Binalbagan gradually pulled away from a competitive CHICKS squad, while Talisay City turned a close opening quarter into a commanding win over Bago City.
With the championship now within reach, all eyes turn to the finals as Talisay City and Binalbagan prepare for one final battle for basketball supremacy in the PICE NOC Basketball Cup 2026 Season 2.
