Alarcon scores 24 points as UP Fighting Maroons sweep NU Bulldogs

Updated Thu, October 23, 2025 at 5:39 AM Published Wed, October 22, 2025 at 7:32 PM

Harold Alarcon scored a season-high 24 points, including crucial late-game free throws, to lead the UP Fighting Maroons to a 78-74 victory over the National University Bulldogs in UAAP Season 88.

This win marked UP's fifth victory in eight games and secured them a head-to-head sweep of NU for the elimination round.

Alarcon, in his final go-around with the Fighting Maroons, used UP's previous loss to La Salle as motivation, stating the team learned from their mistakes.

The Fighting Maroons established a commanding 22-4 lead in the first quarter, which proved vital despite NU's comeback efforts.

Key plays in the final period included a 5-0 run by UP to extend their lead and clutch free throws from Alarcon.

Rey Remogat contributed 11 points and Reyland Torres added 10 for UP, who improved their win-loss record to 5-3.

UP's next game is against Far Eastern University, while NU will face Ateneo.

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