I still have a bit of a grudge about this day, but at least the results are all out. The victory of UST against NU is one of those games where I can be proud of. They really did their best part and all players must be given credit for all their hardworks and perseverance. Here is the story:

UST defeated NU, wins third straight

July 26, 2007

UST Growling Tigers enjoyed their third consecutive win in the University Athletics Association of the Philippines (UAAP) senior men’s basketball tournament, after they beat National University (NU) Bulldogs, 83-72, before the crowd at the Araneta Coliseum last July 26.

Forward Dylan Ababou was the highest pointer Tiger,registering 18 points, scoring 3 out of 4 from the 3-point stripe.

The first two quarters were a close fight, ending the 1st half with 34-31, but the UST, however, made a big run by shooting baskets from Ababou, Japs Cuan and Jervy Cruz, creating a 53-48 advantage with four minutes down in the third quarter..

NU, however, opened the 4th quarter by shooting hoops and locking the score 57-all. Khasim Mirza and Ababou broke the tie with a big jumper and a three point, respectively, 77-68, with three minutes left in the ball game.

Bulldog Edwin Asoro’s fast-breaks and free throws cut the Tigers’ lead to just five, 77-72, with less than 2 minutes left in the clock.

NU was stuck to their score on their dismay, and UST’s score finally drifted away with Mark Canlas’ jumper shot and Cruz’ open lay-up, ending the game with 83-72.

UST now has a 3-2 win-loss record.
UST will be battling the De Lasalle Green Archers on Sunday, July 29, at the Araneta Coliseum. UST-83: Ababou: 18, Cuan:12, Espiritu:10 Cortez:10, Mirza:9, Canlas:9, Taylor:7, Cruz: 6, Allera:2, Gile:0, Dizon:0
NU – 72: Fernandez: 27, Aguilar: 10 Asoro: 10, Lingao-Lingao: 8, Ponferrada: 7, Jahnke: 4, Garcia:2, Salvado:2, Catamora: 2, Terso: 0, Baloran: 2, Luy, 0, Malagueno: 0

**Biglang umingay nga yung buong house ng ngstart yung game ng 2pm. I don't care if loud screams or even screeches monopolize our roof...as long as the game heat is on..it's Go USTe support time! Medyo nakakatawa nga yung mga pinagsisigaw ko kanina eh..it's as if the players can hear me, especially when they commit faulty or dumb errors.

It's like: "Ano ba yan dapat 3 points na yun eh..!" or

"Oooh..foul yun ah?! Ooops..travelling..yey! turn-over!" hehehe...it's a bit funny in real life than in script.

Second game is the "much awaited" fame of the season for the 1st round, DLSU vs. ADMU. I wasn't able to watch this game on tv because me and my Mom watched Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix on wide screen.

The movie was nice and the actresses and actors especially Daniel Radcliffe was gorgeous. Emma Watson was really pretty and those two who took the role of the Weasley Twins, Fred and George were so handsome! (.^__^.)

As what I've said earlier, the movie was good...but not that excellent. As usual, kulang yung scenes sa movie compared to what was written on the book. Syempre, much better kung complete but just imagine the lenght of the movetime. That will surely hurt my back and my butt..(.^__^.)

Hey... I've seen a picture of a sports icon which quite resembles Daniel Radcliffe..hehe..look!

What do you think? Well, that man is Roger Federer! Ooohh..so handsome! Looks so neat and clean!

Anyways, going back to UAAP, Ateneo won over La Salle in an overtime. At first, I wanted DLSU to win but now I’m happy that Ateneo won. DLSU quite played a bit dirty…I just don’t like the way they’re playing now. Most players were “mayabang” in a sense though of course some Ateneans were like that. Pero hindi ko naman nilalahat. Meron akong mga friends and kakilala who are studying there and they’re different from those who I mentioned above.
Congratulations to all Ateneans! Goodluck on the 2nd round.

Way back when I was in my highschool years, my classmates would often asked me:

“Marielle, which one do you prefer to win..Ateneo or La Salle?”
And my reply is: ”Syempre La Salle! Go Archers!”

Now..I have a different answer. Things do really change!
Question: “Which one do you prefer to wi…Ateneo or La Salle?”
Answer: “Syempre UST! Go Tigers!”