IN PHOTOS: UP Survives Late NU Scare, 89-88

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Justine Domingo Leads UP Fighting Maroons’ Big Win over Adamson, 92-61; 5 Players in Double Digits

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1 day ago

October 3, 2023

Rommel Copuyoc

UPWBT women's basketball Fighting Maroons wins over Adamson

Even without prized rookie Louna Ozar, the University of the Philippines displayed its dominance over Adamson University, winning 92-61 to open its UAAP Season 86 Women’s Basketball Tournament campaign on a high note on Sunday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

The Lady Falcons briefly held an 8-4 lead early in the first quarter, but that was the extent of their advantage as the Fighting Maroons found their rhythm.

Justine Domingo ignited the surge for UP, contributing 12 points during their 27-9 run to establish a 14-point lead at the end of the first quarter, 31-17, and they never looked back.

The Fighting Maroons extended their lead to as much as 35 points when Shanina Tapawan scored a layup with 5:48 left in the game, making it 88-53.

“Definitely, I’m really proud of how we performed today but I think it’s not yet the end result that we want but it is a good start for us,” said UP head coach Paul Ramos.

Domingo led the way for the Fighting Maroons with 17 points, eight rebounds, and four assists, while Marielle Vingno and Christie Bariquit each contributed 13 points.

Shela Godez and Rhea Sanchez also scored in double digits for UP with 12 and 10 points, respectively, and Nigerian student-athlete Favour Onoh added eight points, 12 rebounds, and five blocks.

“I feel the players deserved this kind of a win today because of the investment and the sacrifice that these girls have been doing for the past several months,” added Ramos.

Louna Ozar’s debut had to be postponed as she is currently with Gilas Women’s at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China.

Victoria Adeshina led the Lady Falcons with 14 points and 19 rebounds, while Elaine Etang and Cris Padilla contributed 13 and 10 points, respectively.

UP’s next opponent will be the University of the East, while Adamson University will face the University of Santo Tomas on Wednesday at the Adamson Gym.

The Scores:

UP 92 — Domingo 17, Vingno 13, Bariquit 13, Godez 12, Sanchez 10, Onoh 8, Pesquera 5, Tapawan 5, Maw 4, Quinquinio 2, Sauz 2, Lozada 1, Jimenez 0.

AdU 61 — Adeshina 14, Etang 13, Padilla 10, Meniano 7, Limbago 5, Dampios 5, Mazo 3, Agojo 2, Alaba 2, Apag 0, Cortez 0, Tano 0, Bajo 0, Calvert 0, Dumelod 0.

Quarterscores: 31-17, 52-32, 77-47, 92-61.

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Article and photo by UAAP Season 86 Media Team

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GAME STATS: How did UP get the double win on opening day?

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2 days ago

October 2, 2023

JC Aquino

UP kicked off their UAAP Season 86 campaign on a winning note, after both the UP Women’s and Men’s Basketball Teams won their respective matches against Adamson. So how exactly did UP do it?

Both teams executed well on both sides of the court – on offense and on defense.

UPWBT had the highest field goal percentage among all teams in their opening match at 47.6% while getting 22 assists. The team did not disappoint on defense as well, limiting AdU to only 32.8% on field goals and forced 26 turnovers. The team also had more steals (15-4) and dominated on blocks (5-0), making it hard for AdU to execute.

On the other hand, the UPMBT showed the same thing yesterday. Though they can still improve their field goal percentage (38.2%), they were able to move the ball and dish out more assists (18-11).

On defense, UP dominated blocking (8-3) and forced 19 turnovers. They were also able to convert the defense into offense from the 6 points off turnovers and 11 fastbreak points. They also did not allow AdU to score on second chances, limiting AdU to 8 offensive rebounds and no second chance points.

On areas they need to improve on, UPWBT needs to look at their 3pt shooting (29.6%) and offensive rebounding while the UPMBT needs to make more of their free throws (60%) and less turnovers (19).

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IN FOCUS: Fired Up for Redemption

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4 days ago

September 30, 2023

JC Aquino

The UP Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams are coming into UAAP Season 86 with one word in mind – REDEMPTION.

For the Men’s Team, it is redemption by getting back the crown to Diliman. Coming off a runner-up finish last season, the team is fired up to claim the title back but it will not come easy. The team will be led by the returning captain CJ Cansino with only 7 other holdovers and 9 new players.

For the Women’s Team, it is redemption by getting back into the Final Four. The team nearly missed the Final Four last season, finishing in 5th place. The team will be led by team captain and S80 Rookie of the Year Justine Domingo and will be reinforced by a new FSA Favour Onoh and a national team player – rookie Louna Ozar.