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UAAP: NU Lady Bulldogs rout Ateneo to begin ‘eight-peat’ bid
The National University (NU) Lady Bulldogs began their quest for an eighth consecutive UAAP women's basketball championship with a 77-57 victory over Ateneo.
The Lady Bulldogs secured the win by forcing 26 turnovers, seven of which were committed by Ateneo guard Jhazmin Joson, who was limited to five points.
NU's defense focused on limiting Ateneo's key players, including Kacey dela Rosa, the reigning Rookie of the Year, who was held to seven points and fouled out in the third quarter.
Ann Pingol and Camille Clarin led NU's balanced attack with 11 points each, with Clarin also contributing seven rebounds and four assists.
For Ateneo, Sarah Makanjuola stepped up with 13 points and 10 rebounds, while Junize Calago added 11 points and seven rebounds.
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