UST clinches first UAAP women's basketball title since 2006

UST clinched their first UAAP Season 86 women's basketball title on Wednesday, defeating National University 71-69 in Game 3 of the finals.

Tantoy Ferrer led UST with a double-double of 19 points and 14 rebounds, including nine crucial points down the stretch.

Nikki Villasin secured the victory with a game-winning layup with 11.9 seconds left, ending UST's 17-year title drought.

Ferrer expressed gratitude towards her coach Haydee Ong for believing in her growth as a player and emphasized the importance of showcasing women's basketball to a wider audience.