Sneaky2021
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he upcoming Sinulog Cup 2025 Basketball Tournament may undergo a significant transformation, potentially replacing basketball with volleyball as its primary sport. This consideration follows the successful inaugural DH25 Men’s Volleyball Open Tournament, held earlier this month at UC METC in Barangay Mambaling.
Cebu City Acting Vice Mayor Dondon Hontiveros, who also organized the recent volleyball event, is exploring this shift to enhance sports tourism in the lead-up to the grand Sinulog Festival. Hontiveros, alongside fellow organizer Blake Diao, has expressed enthusiasm about the idea of incorporating volleyball, a sport that has gained considerable popularity nationwide. The DH25 volleyball tournament attracted 20 teams, signaling a strong turnout for a new event and highlighting the rising popularity of volleyball. Hontiveros recounted issues regarding his participation as a player in a team while also handling organizational responsibilities. Several teams, including EGS and UNBL, walked out during the tournament, a situation that drew attention but did not overshadow the event’s overall success.
With the success of the DH25 Men’s Volleyball Open, it's exciting to see how the shift could boost sports tourism. Definitely a big move for Cebu!