EAC edges CSB 78-76 in tight NCAA match

Emilio Aguinaldo College (EAC) narrowly defeated the College of St. Benilde with a score of 78-76 in the NCAA Season 99 men's basketball game on Friday.

JP Maguliano led EAC with 17 points and 12 rebounds, while Robi Nayve scored 23 points for CSB.

EAC trailed at halftime (35-39) and in the third quarter (53-57), but made crucial defensive adjustments to secure their fifth win of the season.

Coach Jerson Cabiltes credited their half-court press strategy for turning the tide, while Maguliano thanked his teammates for support.