UE Junior Warriors claim first UAAP championship since Season 44
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The UE Junior Warriors have clinched their first title for UE in 39 years, while their first in the Juniors’ category since Season 44. The Warriors defeated the UST Tiger Cubs by an impressive scoreline of 78-47.
Ethan Oraa led the team with 13th points, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals. Enrico Bungar registered 11 points, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals, while Neil Garcia recorded 7 points, 2 rebounds, and 4 assists.
The UST Tiger Cubs lost Nickson Cabanero because of a game suspension following his Game 2 ejection. Dustin Bathan had 16 points, 8 rebounds, and 2 assists. Jhon Canapi had an outing of 11-5-1, while Miguel Jubilado recorded 7 points and 4 rebounds.