After more than three years of hiatus, the United Marine Training Center (UMTC) heralded the return of the UMTC Basketball League (UBL) with momentous Season 8 opening rites on Wednesday, 29 March 2023. The industry's players and participating teams eagerly awaited the league's return.
UMTC President Antonio Galvez Jr. welcomed the public by highlighting the league's resiliency to keep the spirit of this friendly competition. He also thanked the organizers and participants for making this happen after a long break.
He also emphasized the importance of sports and how they promote a healthy lifestyle, camaraderie, and discipline—Marlow Navigation CEO for Operations Capt. Leo Tenorio formally declared the opening of UBL Season 8, followed by the Oath of Sportsmanship led by Engr. Donald Bautista is the managing director of UMTC and one of the company’s basketball team players.
He also emphasized the importance of sports and how they promote a healthy lifestyle, camaraderie, and discipline. Moving forward, Marlow Navigation CEO for Operations Capt. Leo Tenorio formally declared the opening of UBL Season 8, followed by the Oath of Sportsmanship led by Engr. Donald Bautista is the managing director of UMTC and one of the company’s basketball team players.
Players and their muses were in full force to represent and support their team as they graced the opening ceremonies with their presence and enthusiasm.
During the event, UMTC Muse Ms. Mikee Camello was awarded the best Muse of the season after her fiery stand for the UMTC Basketball Team, which also got the Best in Uniform Award. After the ceremonial rites, UMTC and MNPI kicked off the league, with UMTC winning the intense game with an impressive score of 60-58. This was followed by a close match in favor of Soliman vs. PDSCI, scoring 89-81.
The resumption of the UMTC's basketball league allows employees to engage in physical activities and foster camaraderie, essential aspects of work-life balance and career development. It also serves as a venue for the maritime industry's family members to celebrate and bond over sportsmanship, healthy competition, and mutual respect. The following games will offer exciting and challenging matches as the teams compete for the championship.
Season 8 is participated by the following:
