The Cebu IT-BPM Organization (CIB.O) successfully concluded the inaugural season of the CIB.O All IT-BPM Volleyball League, leaving a mark of excitement and achievement within the Information Technology and Business Process Management (IT-BPM) industry.
Held over weekends for the past three months, the league brought together 18 teams from leading ITBPM companies. The competition was fierce, showcasing exceptional athleticism, sportsmanship, and teamwork. Organized in collaboration with Cebu Inter-BPO Sports League enthusiasts, the league fostered a strong sense of community not only by promoting a healthy lifestyle but also by creating a platform for industry collaboration.
Nail-Biting Finish to the Season
The culmination of weeks of intense competition arrived on Sunday, April 21, 2024, with the final matches held at various Cebu City venues. The atmosphere crackled with energy as teams battled for the championship titles.
Champions Crowned!
Innodata Knowledge Services, Inc. (Lady Strikers) aced the competition, clinching the Women's Division title. Meanwhile, JPMorgan Chase (The Bankers) emerged victorious in the Men's Division, showcasing their dominance throughout the season. The awarding ceremony, graced by Cebu City Councilor Hon. Donald Hontiveros, was held at the SWU Phinma Coliseum, marking a fitting end to the remarkable season.
Women's Division Team Winners:
Champions: Innodata Strikers
1st Runner-up: Accenture Sharks
2nd Runner-up: JPMorgan Chase
Men's Division Team Winners:
Champions: JPMorgan Chase
1st Runner-up: NCR iNCRedibles
2nd Runner-up: TTEC Dragons
"We are thrilled with the overwhelming success of the CIB.O All IT-BPM Volleyball League," stated Darwin John Moises, CIB.O VP and Sports Committee Chair. "The participants displayed incredible enthusiasm and sportsmanship, truly embodying the spirit of the game. This event not only strengthened industry ties but also highlighted the importance of maintaining a healthy and active lifestyle."
The league's triumph would not have been possible without the dedication of numerous individuals and organizations. The organizing committee expresses its deepest gratitude to the working committees, sponsors (Innodata Knowledge Services, Inc.; Teleperformance Philippines; Qualfon Philippines, Inc.), CIB.O Trustees, Medics, Game Officials, and program partners who played a pivotal role in making this initiative a resounding success.
Looking Ahead
The remarkable achievement of the CIB.O All IT-BPM Volleyball League underscores the IT-BPM industry's unwavering commitment to promoting well-being, teamwork, and excellence within its workforce. The organizers are eager to build on this success, exploring new avenues to foster camaraderie and collaboration through future sporting events.
Women's Division Individual Awardees:
Season MVP: Sheila Ricahuerta
Finals MVP: Neslie Aloyan
1st Best Outside Hitter: Jenavaive Colubio
2nd Best Outside Hitter: Apple Mae Pilapil
1st Best Middle Blocker: Sheila Ricahuerta
2nd Best Middle Blocker: Rizalie Amaro
Best Opposite Hitter: Edilyn Pojas
Best Setter: Ma. Cheza Ybañez
Best Libero: Meredith Escoto
Men's Division Individual Awardees:
Season MVP: Niel Leyson
Finals MVP: Jessielito Moncada
1st Best Outside Hitter: Niel Leyson
2nd Best Outside Hitter: Reymar Sabayanan
1st Best Middle Blocker: Romarlfe Tormis
2nd Best Middle Blocker: Vincent Louie Longakit
Best Opposite Hitter: Peter Jude Rusiana
Best Setter: Ryan Anthony Aquino
Best Libero: Raymond Ebarita
Accenture Sharks
Conduent Agile Ambassadors
Dash Engineering's Team Dash
ePERFORMAX Red Blitz
EXL EXLites
HomeSourced Solar Spikers
Innodata Strikers
IntouchCX Knights
IONOS Falcons
Lexmark Stallions and Lady Stallions
NCR iNCRedibles
OP360 Flying Lemurs
Optum Hapaqueros
Synchrony Swipers
TDCX Pirates
The Bankers
TTEC Dragons
Wipro Tigers