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UAAP women’s hoops: UP avenges first-round loss to Ateneo
The University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons secured at least a playoff spot for a Final Four berth with a dominant 71-48 victory over the Ateneo de Manila University Blue Eagles.
This win avenged UP's first-round loss to Ateneo and allowed them to reclaim solo second place with an 8-2 record, trailing only the defending champion NU.
Filipino-French rookie Louna Ozar led the Fighting Maroons with 17 points, along with 4 steals, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists.
Favour Onoh contributed a double-double of 13 points and 12 rebounds, adding 4 blocks.
Kaye Pesquera also delivered significant contributions with 11 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 steals.
UP capitalized on Ateneo's 38 errors, converting them into 31 turnover points.
UP head coach Paul Ramos expressed pride in his team's commitment to their game plan, stating that they gave their best every minute they played.
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