SSC-Cavite, UM triumph

MANILA, Philippines - Defending champion San Sebastian College-Cavite defeated last year’s finalist STI Colleges, 68-61, while five-time titlist University of Manila outplayed Lyceum of Subic Bay, 86-81, to assure themselves of twice-to-beat advantages in the crossover semifinal in the ninth National Athletic Association of Schools, Colleges and Universities (NAASCU) men’s basketball tournament at the Pasay Sports Complex.

The Baycats rode on the 1-2 punch of Kris Lucernas and Jhun Gracilla to slam the door on the Olympians and maintain their grip on the top spot with their 16th win in 17 games.   (BANAT NEWS)