Photo courtesy from Mayor Albee Benitez

As the anticipation builds for the 2024 PBA All-Star festivities in Bacolod, echoes of the exhilarating 2008 showdown resurface, igniting a wave of excitement among fans. The city's chief executive urges PBA stars to not only entertain but also inspire Bacolod's youth, setting the stage for a memorable event.

With coaches Tim Cone and Jorge Gallent rallying the players for a more competitive game, anticipation mounts for an electrifying clash at the University of St. La Salle Gym.

Mayor Albee Benitez eagerly anticipates the battle, with team captains Japeth Aguilar and Mark Barroca hinting at an intense showdown. Reflecting on the spirited 2008 match, where the South All Stars triumphed over their North counterparts in overtime, memories of Peter June Simon's stellar performance and the thunderous chants for extra time flood back.

Despite being an exhibition game, the intensity of competition mirrored a regular match, leaving fans on the edge of their seats. With the possibility of a repeat performance looming, excitement reaches new heights for the return of the PBA midseason spectacle in Bacolod, a vibrant city known for its passion for basketball.