Adamson trips UP, earns playoff for semis berth
Adamson University coach Leo Austria said that every win in the second round is important in the Soaring Falcons’ bid of clinching the twice-to-beat advantage in the Final Four, especially with Far Eastern U hot on their trail.
Adamson and FEU are on a tight race for the No. 2 spot with the Falcons holding a slight edge after scoring a 64-51 win against the University of the Philippines in the 74th UAAP men’s basketball tournament at the Araneta Coliseum.
“This win is very important for us so that we can avoid any complications in the future with FEU,” said Austria after his Falcons earned at least a playoff for a Final Four berth.
The Falcons won their eighth game in 11 outings as they bounced back from their 62-61 loss to FEU last week.
Adamson’s win, however, didn’t come easy as UP even grabbed the lead in the third quarter but the Falcons showed their true form that got them to second place in the standings behind undefeated Ateneo (10-0).
”Hindi pa kami steady, kitang kita we were having a hard time in the first half. We committed a lot of turnovers especially in the first half as we had 14,” said Austria.
Janus Lozada finished with 16 points and nine rebounds while Austin Manyara added 13 and 12 for the Falcons. Both Lozada and Manyara combined for 17 markers in the second half before the latter injured his knee after colliding with teammate Alex Nuyles.
Miggy Maniego pushed the Fighting Maroons on top, 30-29, but that was the last time UP tasted the lead. Jet Manuel’s back-to-back three-pointers pushed the Maroons within six points, 51-45, in the fourth but the Falcons pulled away down the stretch.
Manuel had 11 points while Paolo Romero added 10 markers for the Fighting Maroons, who are officially eliminated from the Final Four picture with a 2-9 win-loss card.
Mike Silungan had eight points but missed all of nine attempts from beyond the arc.
Adamson dominated the boards with a 52-32 edge over UP. - Reuben Terrado/JVP, GMA News
8/28/11
8/11/11
Power Rankings: August 4 - 7
Power Rankings: August 4 - 7
The stars came to shine last week as the league’s marquee players led their respective teams to all-important victories as the first round nears its conclusion. It is during these crucial moments that big-time players show their worth, and five guys from last week’s schedule proved that they can deliver. Honorable mention, however, also goes to supporting, even under-appreciated, players like UE’s Biboy Enguio, UST’s Chris Camus, and Adamson’s Janus Lozada for churning out commendable performances.
1. Kiefer Ravena (Ateneo) – 18.5 PPG, 7 RPG, 4 APG (Ave. in wins over UST and FEU)
Returnee
Ravena flew the highest among all the players last week as he put up back-to-back all-around numbers. He spearheaded Ateneo’s fast-paced attack against UST last Thursday and then out-played the prolific FEU backcourt in their first round sweep last Sunday. The two-time UAAP Juniors Finals MVP is like a Swiss army knife with his complete and versatile set of tools. He combines his fundamentals with a flashy feel for the game and he rarely commits errors. If he keeps this up, it’s not too far-fetched for him to bag the MVP and Rookie of the Year honors.
2. Lester Alvarez (Adamson) – 18 PPG, 5 3FG, 3 RPG (Win over La Salle)
Newcomer
Alvarez has quietly put up a strong campaign this season with a game grounded on consistency. He, however, made a lot of noise against La Salle last Saturday, especially from the three-point area as he dropped five long-range bombs to up his league-leading total to 14. When the Green Archers threatened to return down the stretch, Alvarez steadied Adamson with his leadership and composure. The former Letran Squire outplayed L.A. Revilla by a mile and strengthened his case for a Mythical Five consideration. Never sleep on Alvarez. He’ll make you pay in huge sums.
3. Greg Slaughter (Ateneo) – 10.5 PPG, 9 RPG, 2.5 BPG (Ave. in wins over UST and FEU)
Last week: No. 1
After two straight weeks at the top spot, Slaughter dropped two spots this time around, no thanks mainly to his lackluster six-point game versus UST. Still, his presence in the shaded lane alone is enough for Ateneo to rack up win after win. He came back strong in their win over FEU with 15 points and 11 rebounds for his third double-double in four games. The Smart-Gilas mainstay is having problems with highly physical defenders but he’ll learn to deal with them as the season. progresses. All doubts on whether he can play in a fast league like the UAAP are now forgotten.
4. Paul Zamar (UE) – 20 PPG, 46.7FG%, 5 RPG (Win over NU)
Newcomer
The league’s feel-good story last week starred Zamar as he finally led UE to its first win of the season. Clearly, the most consistent Red Warrior, the graduating guard registered a season-high 20 points as he kept the team in step with NU all throughout the game. He also played decent defense against Ray Parks and encouraged his team when he was on the bench. Being one of the most experienced players, not only in UE but in the entire league, Zamar knows that it only takes one win to turn things around. Could this be the start of a second round blast? The answer awaits.
5. Jeric Fortuna (UST) – 17 PPG, 7.5 RPG, 2.5 APG (Ave. in loss to Ateneo and win over UP)
Returnee
Fortuna makes a comeback in the list with a strong two-game showing last week. Despite bowing to Ateneo, he made good account of himself with 18 points, including nine straight points in the final minutes to keep the Growling Tigers afloat. He then dropped 16 markers against UP last Sunday to break their three-game skid. The former La Salle-Zobel standout also showed that he can help on the rebounding end with a career-high 10 caroms versus the Fighting Maroons. UST has a strong chance of making it to the Final Four, due largely to Fortuna’s play.
Paolo S. Mariano, Wednesday, August 10, 2011.
The stars came to shine last week as the league’s marquee players led their respective teams to all-important victories as the first round nears its conclusion. It is during these crucial moments that big-time players show their worth, and five guys from last week’s schedule proved that they can deliver. Honorable mention, however, also goes to supporting, even under-appreciated, players like UE’s Biboy Enguio, UST’s Chris Camus, and Adamson’s Janus Lozada for churning out commendable performances.
1. Kiefer Ravena (Ateneo) – 18.5 PPG, 7 RPG, 4 APG (Ave. in wins over UST and FEU)
Returnee
Ravena flew the highest among all the players last week as he put up back-to-back all-around numbers. He spearheaded Ateneo’s fast-paced attack against UST last Thursday and then out-played the prolific FEU backcourt in their first round sweep last Sunday. The two-time UAAP Juniors Finals MVP is like a Swiss army knife with his complete and versatile set of tools. He combines his fundamentals with a flashy feel for the game and he rarely commits errors. If he keeps this up, it’s not too far-fetched for him to bag the MVP and Rookie of the Year honors.
2. Lester Alvarez (Adamson) – 18 PPG, 5 3FG, 3 RPG (Win over La Salle)
Newcomer
Alvarez has quietly put up a strong campaign this season with a game grounded on consistency. He, however, made a lot of noise against La Salle last Saturday, especially from the three-point area as he dropped five long-range bombs to up his league-leading total to 14. When the Green Archers threatened to return down the stretch, Alvarez steadied Adamson with his leadership and composure. The former Letran Squire outplayed L.A. Revilla by a mile and strengthened his case for a Mythical Five consideration. Never sleep on Alvarez. He’ll make you pay in huge sums.
3. Greg Slaughter (Ateneo) – 10.5 PPG, 9 RPG, 2.5 BPG (Ave. in wins over UST and FEU)
Last week: No. 1
After two straight weeks at the top spot, Slaughter dropped two spots this time around, no thanks mainly to his lackluster six-point game versus UST. Still, his presence in the shaded lane alone is enough for Ateneo to rack up win after win. He came back strong in their win over FEU with 15 points and 11 rebounds for his third double-double in four games. The Smart-Gilas mainstay is having problems with highly physical defenders but he’ll learn to deal with them as the season. progresses. All doubts on whether he can play in a fast league like the UAAP are now forgotten.
4. Paul Zamar (UE) – 20 PPG, 46.7FG%, 5 RPG (Win over NU)
Newcomer
The league’s feel-good story last week starred Zamar as he finally led UE to its first win of the season. Clearly, the most consistent Red Warrior, the graduating guard registered a season-high 20 points as he kept the team in step with NU all throughout the game. He also played decent defense against Ray Parks and encouraged his team when he was on the bench. Being one of the most experienced players, not only in UE but in the entire league, Zamar knows that it only takes one win to turn things around. Could this be the start of a second round blast? The answer awaits.
5. Jeric Fortuna (UST) – 17 PPG, 7.5 RPG, 2.5 APG (Ave. in loss to Ateneo and win over UP)
Returnee
Fortuna makes a comeback in the list with a strong two-game showing last week. Despite bowing to Ateneo, he made good account of himself with 18 points, including nine straight points in the final minutes to keep the Growling Tigers afloat. He then dropped 16 markers against UP last Sunday to break their three-game skid. The former La Salle-Zobel standout also showed that he can help on the rebounding end with a career-high 10 caroms versus the Fighting Maroons. UST has a strong chance of making it to the Final Four, due largely to Fortuna’s play.
By the Numbers: Aug. 4-7
By the Numbers: Aug. 4-7
It was upset week in the UAAP as lightweight teams University of the Philippines (UP) and University of the East (UE) both notched rousing victories. Speaking of which, Ateneo de Manila University continued its ascendant romp this Season 74, finishing the first round with a squeaky clean record after chalking up its seventh straight win. Only a couple of games are left before the first round goes to the history books and all the competing teams are jockeying for better positions heading into the next stage.
2004
The year UP last won over Far Eastern University (FEU) prior to its 76-63 shocker last Thursday. With the victory, the Fighting Maroons snapped a 12-game losing streak to the Tamaraws. Bannered by the likes of Abby Santos, Toti Almeda, Nestor David, Josant Cervantes, and Marvin Cruz and coached by Lito Vergara, UP defeated FEU, 61-56, on August 28, 2004. FEU, the then defending champion, was led by Arwind Santos, Denok Miranda, RJ Rizada, and Mark Isip.
46
The number of fouls committed by Adamson University and De La Salle University in their game last Saturday. The referees went whistle-happy as the Soaring Falcons were called for 22 fouls, while the Green Archers incurred 24. Adamson shot 22 free throws, making 13 of them, while La Salle took 23, but only sank nine. Adamson’s Lionel Manyara and Rodney Brondial and La Salle’s Simon Atkins, fouled out of the game, which was won by the Soaring Falcons.
14.5
The average winning margin of Ateneo in the first round. The three-time defending champs have been nothing short of dominant in their opening round sweep, beating their opponents in convincing fashion. The Blue Eagles’ had two 20-point victories, the first against UP last July 30, and the second versus FEU yesterday. The closest win they had was a four-point hacking of Adamson in their season opener. Pretty safe to say, Ateneo’s title defense is on the right track.
4
The number of points scored by UE forward Adrian Santos in the last two minutes versus National University (NU). Talk about perfect timing. Those were the only points of Santos the entire game but they came when they mattered the most. The Red Warriors shattered a 10-point deficit in endgame to escape NU by the skin of their teeth, 72-71. The erstwhile languid Recto-based squad finally notched its first win of the season after dropping its first six assignments.
4
The number of imports in the league’s rebounding leaders. This year’s foreigners have really made their presence felt in the UAAP, especially on the boards. Cameroonian Karim Abdul of the University of Santo Tomas is the league’s second best rebounder with 9.5 a game. Nigerian Alinko Mbah of UP is fifth with 7.8 RPG. Another Cameroonian in Emmanuel Mbe of NU sits at the seventh spot with 7 RPG, while Kenyan Austin Manyara is at ninth place with 6.3 RPG.
Paolo S. Mariano, Monday, August 08, 2011.
It was upset week in the UAAP as lightweight teams University of the Philippines (UP) and University of the East (UE) both notched rousing victories. Speaking of which, Ateneo de Manila University continued its ascendant romp this Season 74, finishing the first round with a squeaky clean record after chalking up its seventh straight win. Only a couple of games are left before the first round goes to the history books and all the competing teams are jockeying for better positions heading into the next stage.
2004
The year UP last won over Far Eastern University (FEU) prior to its 76-63 shocker last Thursday. With the victory, the Fighting Maroons snapped a 12-game losing streak to the Tamaraws. Bannered by the likes of Abby Santos, Toti Almeda, Nestor David, Josant Cervantes, and Marvin Cruz and coached by Lito Vergara, UP defeated FEU, 61-56, on August 28, 2004. FEU, the then defending champion, was led by Arwind Santos, Denok Miranda, RJ Rizada, and Mark Isip.
46
The number of fouls committed by Adamson University and De La Salle University in their game last Saturday. The referees went whistle-happy as the Soaring Falcons were called for 22 fouls, while the Green Archers incurred 24. Adamson shot 22 free throws, making 13 of them, while La Salle took 23, but only sank nine. Adamson’s Lionel Manyara and Rodney Brondial and La Salle’s Simon Atkins, fouled out of the game, which was won by the Soaring Falcons.
14.5
The average winning margin of Ateneo in the first round. The three-time defending champs have been nothing short of dominant in their opening round sweep, beating their opponents in convincing fashion. The Blue Eagles’ had two 20-point victories, the first against UP last July 30, and the second versus FEU yesterday. The closest win they had was a four-point hacking of Adamson in their season opener. Pretty safe to say, Ateneo’s title defense is on the right track.
4
The number of points scored by UE forward Adrian Santos in the last two minutes versus National University (NU). Talk about perfect timing. Those were the only points of Santos the entire game but they came when they mattered the most. The Red Warriors shattered a 10-point deficit in endgame to escape NU by the skin of their teeth, 72-71. The erstwhile languid Recto-based squad finally notched its first win of the season after dropping its first six assignments.
4
The number of imports in the league’s rebounding leaders. This year’s foreigners have really made their presence felt in the UAAP, especially on the boards. Cameroonian Karim Abdul of the University of Santo Tomas is the league’s second best rebounder with 9.5 a game. Nigerian Alinko Mbah of UP is fifth with 7.8 RPG. Another Cameroonian in Emmanuel Mbe of NU sits at the seventh spot with 7 RPG, while Kenyan Austin Manyara is at ninth place with 6.3 RPG.
8/2/11
FEU, Adamson score in women's basketball
FEU, Adamson score in women's basketball
MANILA, Philippines - The finalists in last year’s UAAP women’s basketball tournament both scored easy wins over their opponents last Sunday.
Defending champion Adamson University Lady Falcons routed the Ateneo de Manila Lady Eagles, behind Anna Buendia’s 14 points and 14 rebounds.
Snow Peñaranda also had a double-double for the Lady Falcons with 10 points and 13 rebounds.
Sarah Mercado fired 14 points and hauled down 10 rebounds for Ateneo.
Meanwhile, Raiza Palmera of the Far Eastern University Lady Tamaraws exploded for 44 points, leading her team to a dominant 88-50 win over the University of the East Lady Warriors.
Palmera made 21 of 33 field goals, and added 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals.
Cindy Resultay had 13 points and 17 rebounds for the Lady Warriors.
The Lady Warriors turned the ball over 39 times, which resulted in 46 turnover points for FEU.
In other games, De La Salle defeated the University of the Philippines, 38-29.
The University of Sto. Tomas Tigresses scored a 62-58 win over the National University Lady Bulldogs.
Paula Bombeo had 13 points and 11 rebounds for UST, while Kristina Tolentino led NU with 14 points and 13 boards.
MANILA, Philippines - The finalists in last year’s UAAP women’s basketball tournament both scored easy wins over their opponents last Sunday.
Defending champion Adamson University Lady Falcons routed the Ateneo de Manila Lady Eagles, behind Anna Buendia’s 14 points and 14 rebounds.
Snow Peñaranda also had a double-double for the Lady Falcons with 10 points and 13 rebounds.
Sarah Mercado fired 14 points and hauled down 10 rebounds for Ateneo.
Meanwhile, Raiza Palmera of the Far Eastern University Lady Tamaraws exploded for 44 points, leading her team to a dominant 88-50 win over the University of the East Lady Warriors.
Palmera made 21 of 33 field goals, and added 5 rebounds, 6 assists and 4 steals.
Cindy Resultay had 13 points and 17 rebounds for the Lady Warriors.
The Lady Warriors turned the ball over 39 times, which resulted in 46 turnover points for FEU.
In other games, De La Salle defeated the University of the Philippines, 38-29.
The University of Sto. Tomas Tigresses scored a 62-58 win over the National University Lady Bulldogs.
Paula Bombeo had 13 points and 11 rebounds for UST, while Kristina Tolentino led NU with 14 points and 13 boards.
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