Ateneo, Claret cop SBP-Passerelle titles

MANILA, Philippines - Ateneo de Davao and Claret School of Zamboanga beat their separate rivals to capture the Small Basketeers Philippines and Passerelle championships, respectively, in the Mindanao regional finals of the tournament organized by the BEST Center.

Ateneo de Davao leaned on Edward Blanco, who topscored with 15 points, in routing Xavier University, 61-36, for the SBP crown.

Ateneo de Zamboanga took third place as it edged Dadiangas West Central, 31-30, in the event backed by Milo.

Meanwhile, Jeremy Gallemit, Joseph Parot and Alvin Fabian combined for 38 points as Claret blasted Sacred Heart of Jesus Montessori, 70-55, for the Passerelle crown.

Ateneo de Davao settled for third with a 67-61 victory over Notre Dame of Dadiangas.