BKBL opens April 7

The Blue Knight Basketball League (BKBL) opens its 5th Conference on April 7 at the Ateneo de Davao University Sports Complex.
A huge cast of 42 teams will be taking part in the tri-divisional league for Ateneo de Davao University alumni and parents.
“The league is growing and getting to be more competitive,” said Mike Alquiza of BKBL during the weekly DSA Forum at Dexter’s Pizza Stadium.
“We are excited with the opening of our new conference,” added Milton Cua.
Alquiza and Cua thanked Ateneo de Davao University president Fr. Joel Tabora and athletic director William “Butch” Ramirez, and the Samahang Basketball sa Pilipinas (SBP) Region 11 for the support.
Up for grabs are titles in the Open category, 36-below, and Seniors (Above 36). Tournament format calls for a double round robin eliminations with the top 4 teams playing in a best-of-three semifinals. The championship will also be a best-of-three affair.
Defending champions Davao’s Finest (Open) and Chicken Tsunami (36 below) will be back to defend their crowns.
The tournament, set on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, is held in coordination with JCI Davao Jaycees and Ateneo de Davao University.