St. Benilde rallies to beat Mapua in NCAA Season 100 opener

St. Benilde achieved a victorious start in the NCAA Season 100 men's basketball tournament with a 78-65 comeback win over Mapua.

Guard Tony Ynot, a transfer from San Beda, was instrumental in the Blazers' victory, contributing 9 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals.

Coach Charles Tiu expressed surprise at Ynot's all-around performance, calling him a "big revelation" and expressing gratitude for his decision to join the team.

Despite trailing 63-60 with under six minutes left, St. Benilde surged with an 18-2 run, fueled by Ynot's key plays and Allen Liwag's finishing touches, to secure the win.

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