SBP Zone 12

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🏀From Grassroots to Greatness🏀

The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) Grassroots and Talent Identification Program successfully concluded in Zone 12 on June 26–27, 2026, bringing together young athletes, coaches, and basketball stakeholders for a weekend of learning, development, and talent discovery.

The program featured the U16 Elite Player Combine and Training Camp and the U12 Kids Clinic, led by esteemed basketball figures Coach Norman Black and Larry Fonacier.

The U16 camp provided selected athletes from across the region with the opportunity to showcase their skills through assessments and advanced training sessions, while the U12 clinic introduced young boys and girls to the fundamentals of basketball through fun and engaging activities.

The successful staging of the event was made possible through the leadership of SBP Zone 12 Director, Mr. Glenn Escandor, together with local basketball stakeholders, volunteer coaches, event staff, and the unwavering support of parents and guardians.

More than just a basketball event, the program reaffirmed SBP's commitment to strengthening grassroots development and creating opportunities for young athletes to pursue their dreams and, one day, potentially represent the Philippines on the national stage.

60 entries seen in SBP Zone 12 hoop program

Davao City - Some 60 entries are expected to join the two-day Samahang Basketball ng Pilipinas (SBP) Zone 12 Grassroots and Talent Identification Program which tips off on 26-27 June at the Emcor Bajada Gym.

These entries are to join the grassroots and talent identification program for boys and girls Under 16 and Under 12 years-old according to Alyssa Villamor, Zone 12 Assistant Zone Director for Player Development at the weekly Davao Sportswriters Association (DSA) Forum.

Many-time Best Import awardee Norman Black and former Ateneo Blue Eagle and PBA player Larry Fornacier will conduct the clinic which will provide an elite training camp featuring advanced skill development, player evaluation, and high-performance training.

Villamor also added that the program reflects the SBP's commitment to discovering and developing the country's next generation of basketball talent by bringing elite instruction and player evaluation directly to the regions. (Jon Develos)

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Alyssa Villamor, Zone 12 Assistant Zone Director for Player Development at the weekly Davao Sportswriters Association (DSA) Forum. (DSA)

📢 U12 BASKETBALL CLINIC SLOT CONFIRMATION

To all applicants, please check the email address you used during registration.

If you have received a confirmation email, kindly reply to the email or message SBP Zone 12 page to confirm your slot if you wish to join the basketball clinic.

✅ Reply = Confirmed Slot
❌ No Reply = Slot May Be Given to Another Participant

Please respond as soon as possible so we can finalize the list of participants and accommodate those on the waiting list.

Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the clinic! 🏀

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🏀 SBP U-16 ELITE PLAYER COMBINE & TRAINING CAMP 🏀

The future of Philippine basketball continues in Zone 12!

The SBP, through its Grassroots & Talent Identification Program, is bringing the U-16 Elite Player Combine & Training Camp to Emcor Gym, Bajada, Davao City, with Coach Norman Black, SBP Grassroots Program Director, leading the program.

📅 June 26, 2026 (Friday)
🏀 U-16 Elite Player Combine
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

📅 June 27, 2026 (Saturday)
🏀 U-16 Elite Training Camp
👧 Elite Girls | 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
👦 Elite Boys | 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM

This exclusive program brings together selected U-16 athletes from SBP Zone 12 for elite-level evaluation, skill development, and training under one of the country's most respected basketball minds.

📌 By Invitation Only
Participation is exclusive to selected U-16 players endorsed by SBP Zone 12.

The journey to the next level starts here. See you in Zone 12!

🏀 SBP U12 KIDS CLINIC 🏀

Calling all aspiring young basketball players! Join us for an exciting and fun-filled basketball clinic designed to develop fundamental skills and foster love for the game.

📅 June 27, 2026 (Saturday)
🕔 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Emcor Gym, Bajada, Davao City

👦👧 Open to Boys and Girls born in 2014 and beyond.

⚠️ Limited slots available!
✅ Pre-registration is required.
📩 Confirmed participants will be notified. Those who do not receive confirmation will not be accommodated.

Register now through the link below and be part of the future of Philippine basketball!

🔗https://bit.ly/SBP12UKidsClinic