The UST Golden Tigresses and the FEU Lady Tamaraws hope to end their first round campaign on a high in this crucial UAAP Season 88 showdown.
The race for the Final Four heats up as the UST Golden Tigresses and the FEU Lady Tamaraws clash in a crucial UAAP Season 88 matchup on Saturday, March 14, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
Set for 3:00 p.m., the contest sees two teams jockeying for position in the top-4 as the tournament reaches the end of its first-round slate.
UST (3-3) enters the match riding the momentum of a big victory over the UP Fighting Maroons, a result that allowed the Golden Tigresses to climb back to an even record midway through the season.
With renewed confidence, UST hopes to keep its push going against a familiar rival.
Angge Poyos will once again be a player to watch for the España-based squad after delivering a huge performance in their last outing.
The dynamic scorer erupted for 24 points against UP and will try to sustain that form as the Golden Tigresses take on FEU’s defense.
Across the net, however, stands a Lady Tamaraws team brimming with confidence.
FEU (4-2) comes into the showdown on a three-game winning streak, steadily gaining traction after an uneven start to the campaign.
The Morayta-based squad has looked increasingly cohesive during its run and will be eager to extend its surge as the first round concludes.
Alyzza Devosora is expected to play a key role once more after producing 15 points in their previous win against UP.
The Lady Tamaraws will hope for another consistent showing from Devosora as they attempt to secure a strong foothold in the standings.
Earlier in the day, the UE Lady Warriors and the Ateneo Blue Eagles collide at 1:00 p.m., with both teams hoping to avoid a winless first round.
The two squads enter the matchup at 0-6, making the contest a crucial opportunity to finally break through before the second round begins.
(With reports from Luisa Morales)
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