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Olivarez edges PCU-D, forges 3-way tie for lead
Olivarez College secured a hard-fought 82-80 victory over Philippine Christian University-Dasmarinas in the UCAL-PGFLEX Linoleum 7th Season, extending their winning streak to four games.
Christian Allen Vergara was the hero for Olivarez, sinking a crucial floater in the final seconds and making a decisive steal to seal the win.
Rodel Renon led Olivarez in scoring with 17 points, supported by Hakim Njiasse's double-double of 15 points and 16 rebounds.
The win places Olivarez College in a three-way tie for the lead in the standings with University of Batangas and Manila Central University, all holding a 4-1 record.
In another game, defending champions Centro Escolar University achieved their second consecutive win by defeating Philippine Women's University 77-54.
Israel Friday was instrumental in CEU's victory, posting an impressive double-double of 25 points and 13 rebounds in under 22 minutes of play.
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