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Tigresses take title series to limit after scuttling Bulldogs
The University of Santo Tomas (UST) Golden Tigresses forced a deciding Game 3 in the UAAP Season 87 women's basketball finals by defeating the National University (NU) Lady Bulldogs 78-68.
This victory handed the previously undefeated Lady Bulldogs their first loss of the season and prevented a title sweep.
UST orchestrated a crucial 16-6 run in the payoff period, led by the stellar performances of Bridgette Santos and Karylle Sierba.
Santos scored a career-high 27 points, while Sierba added 18 points, with 15 coming in the final quarter.
Kent Pastrana also contributed significantly with 11 points, eight rebounds, four assists, and three steals.
UST head coach Haydee Ong expressed immense pride in her team's total effort on both offense and defense.
The Golden Tigresses aim to capitalize on this momentum to secure their second consecutive championship in Game 3 on Sunday, December 15.
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The University of Santo Tomas (UST) Tigresses have forced a do-or-die Game 3 against the National University (NU) Lady Bulldogs in the UAAP Season 87 women's basketball finals.
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