UST can't afford to make mistakes against Ateneo | Inquirer Sports

UST can’t afford to make mistakes against Ateneo, says Chabi Yo

By: - Reporter / @BLozadaINQ
/ 08:07 PM November 14, 2019

MANILA, Philippines—University of Santo Tomas has not beaten Ateneo this season, but UAAP MVP Soulemane Chabi Yo is determined to help the Tigers change that.

The Blue Eagles swept the Growling Tigers in the elimination round but UST has a chance to redeem its futility in the grandest stage–the UAAP Finals.

Article continues after this advertisement

Momentum is on UST’s side after its sensational run in the UAAP stepladder semifinals that ended with heartstopping 68-65 win over Season 81 runner-up University of the Philippines.

FEATURED STORIES

Asked if he has vengeance on his mind, Chabi Yo simply answered with a slow and meaningful “yes.”

“If we’re to win against Ateneo we have to be more disciplined than them and we should trust the system,” said Chabi Yo Wednesday at Mall of Asia Arena. “We have to play good defense also.”

Article continues after this advertisement

UST’s first loss to Ateneo became an instant classic as it gave the Blue Eagles their only win that was decided by a single point, 71-70.

Article continues after this advertisement

The next meeting, though, saw the Growling Tigers fall, 66-52, before going on different paths to the finals. UST had to survive three knockout games while the Blue Eagles got an automatic finals berth after their 14-0 sweep of the eliminations.

“We have to look back to the time that we’re practicing five to eight hours a day, all the sacrifices we did,” said Chabi Yo who had 22 points and 16 rebounds in the knockout win over UP.

“We have to make sure we don’t have many mistakes because that’s an experienced team and if you make a mistake right away and they can benefit from that.”

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our daily newsletter

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

TAGS: Soulemane Chabi Yo, Sports, UAAP Season 82, University of Santo Tomas Growling Tigers

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

© Copyright 1997-2024 INQUIRER.net | All Rights Reserved

This is an information message

We use cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing, you agree to our use of cookies. Learn more here.