UAAP: NU ends 10-game skid vs Ateneo | Inquirer Sports

UAAP: NU ends 10-game skid vs Ateneo

By: - Reporter / @MarkGiongcoINQ
/ 06:27 PM June 30, 2013

Bobby Ray Parks. INQUIRER Photo

MANILA, Philippines — Preseason favorite National University held on to beat defending champion Ateneo, 64-54, Sunday in the UAAP Season 76 men’s basketball tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.

The Bulldogs led by as much as 24 midway through the fourth period before holding off a late push by the Blue Eagles.

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“We did not end on a high note. We controlled the game for three quarters but somehow our defense relaxed and that allowed them to get their bearings,” said NU coach Eric Altamirano.

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“[Ateneo] is still formidable. Ravena played but he is hurting.”

With the win, NU snapped its 10-game losing skid to Ateneo dating back to 2007.

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Two-time MVP Ray Parks starred with 22 points and nine rebounds for the Bulldogs.

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