Maslog made a triumphant return to the hardwood, outlasting Sulat, 78-71, in the highly anticipated post-hiatus opener of the Eastern Samar Basketball and Volleyball League (ESBVL) Season 6 held today, June 1, 2026 at the Provincial Capitol Gym.
The high-stakes matchup is part of the ESBVL double-elimination folloing a two-month league interruption.
Both teams showed early flashes of competitive energy, battling to a tight 19-18 opening quarter with Maslog holding a slim edge.
However, Maslog found their rhythm in the middle frames, orchestrating a decisive surge to build a commanding 59-47 cushion by the end of the third period.
Sulat refused to go down quietly, mounting a furious fourth-quarter comeback that whittled the deficit down to four points at 75-71, threatening to steal the game’s momentum.
Ultimately, Maslog’s composure down the stretch halted the rally, allowing them to secure the victory. (SE-GBP)
