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UAAP: Camille Clarin’s clutch heroics lead NU escape of UP
National University (NU) women's basketball team narrowly escaped an upset bid from the University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons with a final score of 63-59.
Clarin was instrumental in NU's victory, scoring 13 points in the final quarter, including a crucial three-pointer with 45.2 seconds remaining.
NU coach Aris Dimaunahan praised Clarin's resilience and confidence, noting her four three-point shots in the game despite earlier misses.
Clarin finished the game with 16 points, five assists, and four rebounds, playing a key role in a 16-2 scoring run by NU in the fourth quarter.
Despite NU's surge, UP's Kaye Pesquera ignited a 9-0 run, bringing the Fighting Maroons within one point with over three minutes left in the game.
The Lady Bulldogs extended their winning streak to 10-0 and are set to face defending champions University of Santo Tomas next.
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The NU Lady Bulldogs defeated the UST Golden Tigresses, 76-70, extending their winning streak to 11 games and securing at least a playoff for a twice-to-beat advantage in the Final 4.
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The NU Bulldogs secured a surprising 67-47 victory over the UP Fighting Maroons, improving their record to 3-8 and keeping their UAAP Season 87 Final Four hopes alive.
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The National University (NU) Bulldogs defeated the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers, 67-62, to boost their Final Four bid in the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball tournament.
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The National University (NU) Bulldogs secured a crucial 67-62 victory over the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers, their first back-to-back wins this season.
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