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UAAP: Adamson shuts out Ateneo for second win
The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons secured a 7-2 victory against the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers in the UAAP Season 87 baseball tournament.
This win, attributed to UP's tightened defense and strong performance from Kobe Torres, allowed them to join Adamson University in third place with a 2-2 record.
UP's coach, Iking Jimenez, emphasized the importance of maintaining focus from start to finish, avoiding complacency even with a lead.
The UP team recorded 11 hits, with Aaron Nicha and Mercado contributing three hits each, and Torres adding two.
Meanwhile, Adamson University defeated Ateneo de Manila University with a dominant 10-0 score.
Adamson's coach, Lando Binarao, highlighted the team's championship mindset, carrying over their confidence from their previous game against UP.
UST finished the first round in fifth place with a 1-4 record, tied with Ateneo.
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