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Centennial season: San Beda, Mapua lead favorites in historic NCAA showcase
The NCAA Season 100 will officially commence on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
The opening day will feature a rematch of last year's semifinals between the defending champions San Beda Red Lions and the Lyceum Pirates at 2:30 p.m.
Following the first game, the Mapua Cardinals, last year's runner-up, will play against the College of Saint Benilde Blazers at 5 p.m.
San Beda coach Yuri Escueta mentioned that the team has prepared for the whole year for the season.
NCAA Finals MVP James Payosing will lead the Red Lions, alongside Jomel Puno and Yukien Andrada.
Mapua's campaign will be bolstered by reigning NCAA Most Valuable Player Clint Escamis and new recruit Chris Hubilla, who transferred from UP.
The league will also honor its 100 greatest achievers from all sports who participated in the NCAA in 2000 or earlier.
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Defending champion San Beda University began their NCAA Season 100 title defense with a dominant 79-63 victory over Lyceum.
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The NCAA confirmed on Tuesday, September 10, that a referee was mauled following the opening day men's basketball game between Mapua University and the College of St. Benilde on Saturday, September 7.
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