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DAVAO CITY, Sept. 11 (PNA) -– Top players from this city will showcase their wares in the second Davao Football Association-Philippine Sports Commission Premiere League that will kick off on September 23 at the Tionko grounds here.

DFA president Edward “Chaya” Lam said seven teams were invited to see action in the 11 A-side tournament that will showcase the best players in the men’s division.

“It will be a double round robin format with the top team to be declared as the champion,” said Lam, who recently held an organizational meeting with the representatives of the different teams.

Defending champion Hooligans led by Kling Lademora will be challenged by Medvil Kilusang Magkaibigan Multi Purpose Cooperative (KMMPC), Blue Knights, Ebocci Football Club, Philippine National Police (PNP) and Columbia FC.

Medvil is coached by Ramon Carreon while KMMPC is owned by Engr. Henry Sabate. The Blue Knights of Ateneo de Davao University will be mentored by former national player Melchor Anzures while Columbia FC is coached by former national coach Albert Ryan “Abing” Lim. Ebocci is led by playing team owner Reggie Ozims of Nigeria.

The final meeting, submission of line-ups and draw of lots will be on Sept. 20 at the DFA Tionko clubhouse. Trophies will be awarded to the top three teams and to the Most Valuable Player.

“Only players age 14 years old and above can join in the Premiere League,” Lam said. (PNA)

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