FEU Lady Tamaraws defeat NU to end 13-year losing streak

Far Eastern University (FEU) ended a 13-year winless drought against National University (NU) with an 85-81 victory in the UAAP Season 89 women’s basketball tournament. The win, achieved at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, marks FEU’s first victory over the Lady Bulldogs since July 2013.

Amyah Espanol led the Lady Tamaraws with a career-high 27 points, including six points scored in the final minute to secure the win. FEU established a 50-41 halftime lead, but NU regained momentum in the second half, briefly taking a 72-67 lead in the fourth quarter. Espanol eventually sealed the victory with free throws in the closing seconds.

The loss brings NU to a 6-3 record, while FEU improves to 5-4. Despite the defeat, NU remains in second place in the standings, trailing the undefeated University of Santo Tomas.