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03-16 12:00

84 - 79

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UCAL Round 1: University of Batangas 84-79 Manila Central University In a tightly contested opening round of the Philippines UCAL collegiate basketball season, the University of Batangas Braves edged out the Manila Central University (MCU) Stallions with an 84-79 victory. The match, tipped off at noon on March 16, 2026, at the Braves' home court, was decided in the final minutes as Batangas executed down the stretch to secure a crucial early-season win. The game was a back-and-forth affair from the opening whistle. The University of Batangas established an early lead with aggressive perimeter shooting, but MCU's disciplined half-court offense kept them within striking distance throughout the first half. The Stallions managed to tie the game midway through the third quarter, capitalizing on a series of Batangas turnovers. The decisive moment came in the final three minutes with the score knotted at 77-77. A crucial steal by the Braves' point guard led to a fast-break layup, followed by a defensive stop and a clutch three-pointer from the wing to extend the lead to five points with under a minute to play. MCU was forced to foul, and Batangas sealed the game from the free-throw line. A key focus point was the battle in the paint, where Batangas managed to out-rebound the taller MCU squad, particularly on the offensive glass, leading to several second-chance points. The performance of the Braves' veteran shooting guard was a standout, as he shook off a slow start to score 12 of his team-high 22 points in the fourth quarter, including the pivotal three-pointer. This result gives the University of Batangas a positive start to their UCAL campaign with a 1-0 record, while Manila Central University begins the season 0-1. The win provides early momentum for the Braves as they look to climb the standings in a competitive league. Post-match, the Batangas coach praised his team's resilience: "We knew MCU would be tough. Our guys showed great composure in the final minutes to make the winning plays." The MCU manager pointed to execution errors: "We had our chances but missed some key defensive assignments late. We'll learn from this and bounce back." The starting lineups featured the University of Batangas with their typical up-tempo lineup, while Manila Central University relied on a more structured set offense. Both teams showcased the high-energy, passionate play characteristic of Philippine collegiate basketball.

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Match Date: Mar 16, 2026

Competition: Philippines UCAL

Country: Philippines

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