UST ends 10-year losing streak vs La Salle with 93-84 victory

Updated Sun, September 28, 2025 at 4:26 PM Published Sat, September 27, 2025 at 7:37 PM

The UST Growling Tigers ended a 10-year, 16-game losing streak against De La Salle University with a 93-84 victory at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

This win marks UST's second consecutive victory in the UAAP Season 88, improving their record to 2-0 and placing them at the top of the standings alongside National U and Ateneo.

Nic Cabañero led the Growling Tigers with a game-high 27 points.

Rookie Collins Akowe delivered a dominant performance with 20 points and 19 rebounds, despite playing under the weather.

Forthsky Padrigao contributed 12 points, nine assists, and three steals in his debut after returning from a one-game suspension.

Jacob Cortez paced La Salle with 17 points, but the Green Archers dropped to 1-1.

Despite the significant win, Padrigao stated that the team was not aware of the 10-year losing streak and that there is still a long way to go for UST in the season.

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