The UST Tigers defended their home court against reigning titleholder UP Fighting Maroons in their first game in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball.
University of Santo Tomas rose to the occasion in its turf as it shocked defending champion University of the Philippines, 87-67, for a stunning start to its campaign in the UAAP Season 88 men's basketball Sunday, Sept. 21.
Collins Akowe dominated with a double-double of 29 points and 17 rebounds for the Tigers.
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UST aims to sustain the momentum of the resounding victory when it clashes with La Salle at the Smart Araneta Coliseum in Cubao Saturday, Sept. 27.
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Luisa Morales is a sports writer with a special interest in promoting women’s sports.
Her coverage highlights include the UAAP, PVL, Southeast Asian Games, and the FIBA World Cup. She also follows Alex Eala, the Philippine women’s national football team, and mixed martial arts.