Mega Claims Their Fifth Straight Title in ABA U19 League

Mega has once again solidified its dominance in the ABA U19 League, capturing their fifth straight championship after defeating FMP U19 in the final by 97-62. 

Article by Ata Toprak Koşal | Wednesday April 9, 2025

Earlier in the day, Cibona secured third place with a convincing 87-71 win over Igokea. Borna Katanovic, who spent only 30 seconds on the bench, played a near-perfect game - finishing with 22 points (4/6 3PT), 9 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 steals, and 33 efficiency in 39:30 minutes on the court.

Also Luka Petranovic contributed with 13 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist, while Josip Pavkovic posted an impressive 23-point, 11-rebound double-double. On the other side, Luka Jovicic was the only double-digit scorer for Igokea, putting up 18 points and 5 rebounds.

In their path to the title, Mega first defeated Cibona 104-86 in the semifinals, before besting FMP in the championship game 97-62. 

In the final, Mega had several strong performances. Abdramane Siby led the team with a double-double of 18 points and 11 rebounds. Pavel Backo also scored 18 points, while Urban Kroflic added 16 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. Jack Kayil contributed with 15 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists. On the FMP side, Ognjen Bojbaša finished with 12 points and 4 rebounds, and Dimitrije Pavlovic had 10 points and 2 rebounds.

Pavle Backo led the way in the final with 18 points, earning him the MVP honors. The All-Final Four Team featured:

Jack Kayil (Mega)

Pavle Backo (Mega)

Borna Katanovic (Cibona)

Aleksa Stanojevic (FMP)

Luka Jovicic (Igokea)

Last season, Mega took down SC Derby in the final, with Bogoljub Markovic being named MVP and Urban Kroflic earning a spot in the All-Final Four Team.