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UST, NU battle for women’s title
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.
UST secured a thrilling 78-68 victory in Game 2, handing NU their first loss of the tournament after a 15-game winning streak.
This marks the second consecutive season that the championship series will be decided in a final, decisive game between these two teams.
The Tigresses aim to replicate their championship comeback from the previous year, while the Lady Bulldogs seek to close out the series and achieve a perfect season.
UST rookie Karylle Sierba was instrumental in Game 2, scoring 15 of her 18 points in the final quarter, including crucial baskets that secured the win.
Both teams acknowledge the high stakes of the Game 3, with UST coach Haydee Ong emphasizing the importance of mindset and playing harder to secure the championship.
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