In the face of Sitel’s fiery comeback, ARMCO showcased its steely resolve to bag the 2016 BPO Classics championship last February 4.
ARMCO salvaged a 58-57 victory to rule the Recreational Plus Division of the tournament organized by ONE Unite Sports.
With a 10-point lead and under eight minutes to play, all ARMCO had to do was to hold on the to lead. But Sitel had other plans.
Sitel slowly but surely chipped away at ARMCO’s double-digit edge and tied the game at 57 after a 13-7 run with still 1:27 left to play.
Lester Pacete made up for a crucial turnover late in the game by splitting his charities to give ARMCO back a small lead which turned out to be the final count.
Sitel had several chances to snatch the victory away in the final minute but they bungled all their five attempts at a shot, sealing their heartbreaking defeat.
Pacete had 18 points, five rebounds and five assists while teammate Lorenzo Jacob scattered 20 points and collared 15 rebounds for ARMCO.
For his all arounds efforts that also included three steals, Jacob was named the Most Valuable Player.
Only four others scored for ARMCO, but their efforts proved to be enough to withstand the pesky Sitel, which even had a 60-44 advantage in rebounds.
Alex Danao led Sitel with 17 points and three rebounds in a losing effort.
