Quezon Huskers Dominate Marikina Shoemasters in MPBL Rout

Quezon Province, Philippines – June 18, 2026 – The Quezon Huskers put on a commanding performance on the road, crushing the Marikina Shoemasters 93–67 in a Philippine MPBL regular-season clash. From the opening tip, the Huskers controlled the tempo, building a lead that only grew as the game progressed.

Match Overview

Playing at the Marikina Sports Center, the Shoemasters struggled to contain Quezon’s balanced attack. The Huskers shot efficiently from the field and dominated the glass, turning second-chance opportunities into easy points. Marikina, meanwhile, could never establish a rhythm offensively, committing turnovers that led to fast-break baskets for the visitors.

Key Moments

• First Quarter Surge: Quezon opened the game with a 14–2 run in the first five minutes, immediately forcing Marikina to play catch-up.
• Second Quarter Control: By halftime, the Huskers had stretched the lead to 48–31, with their bench contributing 18 points.
• Third Quarter Blowout: A 12–0 run midway through the third period pushed the margin past 30 points, effectively ending any comeback hopes.
• Final Quarter: Both teams emptied their benches, and the Shoemasters made a small dent late, but the outcome was long decided.

Standout Performances

The Huskers were led by a well-rounded scoring effort. Their frontcourt combination of Jayson Rivera and Carlos Santos combined for 38 points and 22 rebounds, while guard Mark Villanueva dished out nine assists. For Marikina, Rico Mendoza was the lone bright spot with 19 points on 7-of-15 shooting.

Season Impact

The victory improved Quezon's record to 12–4, keeping them firmly in the playoff picture in the MPBL North Division. Marikina fell to 6–10, sliding further down the standings. The Huskers’ depth and defensive intensity were the difference, as they held the Shoemasters to just 38% shooting from the field.

Looking Ahead

Quezon returns home to face the Manila Stars in their next outing, while Marikina will look to bounce back against the Basilan Steel. If the Huskers continue this level of play, they could emerge as a serious contender for the MPBL championship.