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Tigresses stress need to prepare hard for fancied Lady Bulldogs in UAAP women's hoops finals
The UST Growling Tigresses have secured a finals berth in the UAAP women's basketball tournament and will face the defending champion NU Lady Bulldogs in a best-of-three championship series.
This marks UST's second finals appearance in three seasons, with their last appearance being in the 2021 season.
UST head coach Haydee Ong acknowledged that NU holds the advantage due to their extensive experience, having won seven consecutive titles.
Despite acknowledging NU's edge, Ong emphasized the need for her team to prepare and work harder.
Kent Pastrana stated that the UST team will do their best to win and that the veterans will set the tone for the game.
The NU Lady Bulldogs reached the finals after defeating the Ateneo Blue Eagles, 58-43, and are aiming for their eighth straight title.
Camille Clarin and Karl Pingol are expected to lead NU in their quest for another championship.
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