UP Fighting Maroons defeat La Salle in UAAP Women’s Basketball

The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons secured a 63-58 victory over the La Salle Lady Archers in the UAAP Season 89 Women’s Basketball Tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The win ends a two-game losing streak for UP, bringing their record to 2-2 under head coach Eric Altamirano.

Louna Ozar led the Fighting Maroons with 20 points, while Camille Nolasco contributed 16 points, including two crucial three-pointers in the fourth quarter. Blessing Francis recorded a double-double with 10 points and 13 rebounds. La Salle’s comeback attempt was hampered when Kyla Go suffered a left ankle injury with 4:54 remaining in the game. Bukko Ojo led La Salle with 14 points and 14 rebounds.