#NCAA91 Day 39: Mapua Barged In To The Final Four, San Beda Takes The Number One Spot

The Mapua Cardinals barged into the Final Four again after almost 5 years after they defeated and kicked out last year's runner up Arellano Chiefs out of the final four 93-75 in the Playoffs last Tuesday at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Mapua showed dominance in the start of the game getting a 14-9 lead early in the opening period, but the Chiefs though started the game slow still they were able to trim down the lead of Mapua to a single point lead with 16-15 lead. In the second period Arellano were able to keep it close early in the second period, but Mapua started to pull away with less than two minutes left in the second half to end it at 49-33.

Second Half was a nightmare for Arellano, as the Cardinals shooting was on fire to make it a 69-51 ball game at the end of the third period. though in the fourth period the Chiefs were able to cut the lead down to 10, still Mapua's defense and offense were unstoppable as the Cardinals dominate Arellano in terms of rebounding and field goal.

Veteran Guard and former Rookie of the Year Josan Nimes lifts the Cardinals with 21 points, Allwell Oraeme contributed 31 huge rebounds for Mapua that is set to face JRU this coming Friday  to determine who will be number 3 and number 4, meanwhile Jovanie Jalalon's 37 points wasn't enough to keep the Chiefs hopes to return to the finals as they bowed out of the race along with Perpetual Help.

Score:

Mapua Cardinals 93 – Nimes 21, Isit 14, Menina 14, Oraeme 13, Serrano 10, Brana 10, Aguirre 6, Nieles 5

Arellano Chiefs 75 – Jalalon 37, Salado 9, Cadavis 7, Nicholls 6, Meca 4, Bangga 4, Tano 4, Holts 2, Enriquez 2.

In the second Playoff game, the San Beda Red Lions finishes again on top for the 10th straight year after beating the Letran Knights 83-78.

It was a smooth sailing game for the Red Lions as they were able to show their dominance against their bitter rivals Letran, leading the Knights 17-12 at the end of the first period, and taking a huge 11 point advantage after finishing the first half of the game 41-30. Entering the second half San Beda extends their dominance even with the Knights threatening to make a run to keep the game closer still the Red Lions maintain their lead at 59-48.

In the fourth quarter what seems to be a smooth sailing game turns into a rough ride for San Beda as the Knights slowly erasing their lead down to just four points 65-61 with 5:18 left in the game, but the Red Lions were able to recover and make it another double digit deficit game 73-63 with 3 minutes remaining in the game, but Letran again made another run with a few ticks left in the game to tie the game at 78 with 23 seconds. It was the play of Ryusei Koga to Ola Adeogun that sealed the deal for San Beda  

Ola Adeogun top scored for the Red Lions with 21 points, adding to that is Jayvee Mocon's 16 points to put San Beda on top of the standings, meanwhile Mark Cruz and Kevin Racal scored 29 and 17 points respectively in this loss of the Knights.

Score:

San Beda Red Lions 83 – Adeogun 21, Mocon 16, Sara 12, Dela Cruz 12, Tankoua 10, Soberano 4, Koga 3, Amer 3, Cabanag 2

Letran Knights 78 – Cruz 29, Racal 17, Sollano 9, Quinto 9, Nambatac 8, Balanza 2, Calvo 2, Luib 2.

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Miss World Philippines 2015

Miss World Philippines 2015 is again on the hunt for the next representative of the Philippines to the Miss World pageant in Sanya, China. 26 lovely ladies will battle it out to be the second Miss World title holder of the Philippines this coming October 18, 2015 at the Solaire Resort and Casino.

1. Maria Vanessa Wright

2. Janine Loudette Alipo-on

3. Danica Macabangon

4. Sheila Mae Torino

5.Christelle Anjali Abello

6. Janelle Tee

7. Maria Jackelyn Dulay

8. Kiaragiel Gregorio

9. Mona Mahmoud Hammad

10. Tweena Pagulayan

11. Alecie Marie Ibabao

12. Emma Marie Tiglao

13. Avonlea Paula Paraiso

14. Marita Cassandra Naidas

15. Erika Marie de Castro

16. Erica Rose Bayani

17. Jessica Rose McEwen 

18. Leitz Camyll Ang

19. Hillary Danielle Parungao 

20. Mariah Nilo 

21. Mia Allyson Howell

22. Vianca Louise Marcelo

23. Janette Roanne Sturn

24. Jeddahliz Maltezo

25. Casey Annne Austria 

26. Grapes Pacara.

Preview Magazine October 2015: Lea Salonga

Regine At The Theater

The Asia's Songbird Regine Velasquez will be having a series of show at the Theatre at the Solaire entitled "Regine at the Theater". this time Regine will not sing the typical love songs or any pop songs but instead the Songbird will sing classic songs from various theatrical plays like Les Miserable etc. The show will be this coming November 6,7, 20 & 21 with special guests Jonalyn Viray and Aicelle Santos. 

For ticket inquiry visit SMtickets.com or visit the nearest SM Tickets outlet near you, in the meantime here's the ticket prices for the show

Tosot Philippines

One of the world's leading Air Conditioning Maker finally arrived in the Philippines, Tosot finally launched in the Philippines last Saturday, October 10 at the Solaire Resort and Casino in Pasay City. Tosot Philippines aims to bring innovation and new standards in the Philippine air conditioning industry. 

"Tosot is for every Filipino family. Tosot is ideal not just for modern Filipino homes but we are also determined to bring innovation to industries in their business needs.'' Tosot Philippines General Manager Tom Balete said during the launch.

 Tosot Philippines Corporation is the exclusive importer and distributor of TOSOT products in the country, their products are currently available on Lazada.com.ph and soon it will be available in every appliance store nationwide.

#UAAP78 Day 16: FEU Sweep Ateneo, UST Outlasts La Salle

In the 11am game of the Sunday offering of the 78th season of the UAAP at the Araneta Coliseum. The Far Eastern University Tamaraws swept the Ateneo Blue Eagles 66-61 to remain on top of the standings.

Contrary to their first meeting in the season, the second game between the Tamaraws and the Eagles was more intense and close as both squads didn't let each other make any runs to take a huge lead even ending the first period tied at 19 and ending the third period tied at 47.

Even if they are in foul trouble in the first three quarters, the Tamaraws played smart basketball entering fourth period, pushing Ateneo first to foul trouble with more than 5 minutes left in the game, FEU held on to a thin gap between them and the Blue Eagles at 59-56 with less than two minutes left in the game.

Leading the charge for FEU is Mac Belo giving out 12 big points for the Tamaraws to take a 7-1 win-loss record, adding to that is Russell Escoto and Roger Pogoy who scored 10 points each in this game. Meanwhile, the Blue Eagles found a new scorer in Rookie Adrian Wong, who had a career high 14 point in this game, still Kiefer Ravena top scored with 15 points as Ateneo drops to 4-4.

FEU Tamaraws 66 

Belo 12, Ru. Escoto 10, Pogoy 10, Tolomia 8, Iñigo 7, Tamsi 6, Dennison 4, Arong 3, Jose 2, Orizu 2, Trinidad 2

Ateneo Blue Eagles 61

Ravena 15, Wong 14, Pessumal 8, Gotladera 7, Black 6, Ikeh 6, Babilonia 3, A. Tolentino 2.

In the 4pm game, the University of Sto Tomas completes a comeback to beat the De La Salle Green Archer 81-79.

La Salle was leading in the first three quarters, though early in the first quarter UST were able to tae an 11-7 lead with 5 minutes left still the Green Archers were able to take a single point advantage with a 22-21 lead. In the next quarter La Salle extends their lead to a 28-21 run even making it a 45-37 lead at the end of the first half.

In the second half UST's outside shooting starts to get hot as they were able to trim the lead of La Salle down 66-59, Entering the final period UST finally took over the lead after a three by Rookie Marvin Lee at 73-71, but La Salle quickly answered it with a basket from Prince Rivero to tie the ball game at 73. UST's offense was just on fire in the final minute of the game to take an 81-76 lead.

Rookie Marvin Lee steps up this game scoring a game high 13 points to tie UST with FEU in the top spot, meanwhile Jeron Teng top scored for La Salle with 16 points.  


UST Growling Tigers 81

Abdul 18, Daquioag 17, Ferrer 15, Vigil 13, Lee 13, Sheriff 3, Bonleon 2, 

De La Salle Green Archers 79 

Teng 16, Rivero 13, Torralba 12, Torres 11, Tratter 7, Perkins 6, Sargent 6, Navarro 5, Langston 3.

#UAAP78 Day 15: UP Wins Again, UE Stuns The Defending Champs

In the first game of the Saturday games of the 78th season of the UAAP at the Mall of Asia Arena, the UP Fighting Maroons after losing 5 straight games in the first round finally were able to notch another win opening the second round wining against the Adamson Soaring Falcons 89-84.

In their past few games the Maroons lost their fighting form as they struggle to find a leader inside the court, even losing one of their rookie big man in their last game in the first round, but entering the second round the slopping Iskos from UP were able to avenge their loss against the Falcons in the first round as they were able to control the pace of the game to lead Adamson 44-36 at the end of the first half of the game.

In the second half the Adamson Falcons tried to bounce back and keep the game close as possible, but still the Fighting Maroons are eager to get back on track they were able to push the lead up to 12 points 49-37 with less than seven minutes left in the third, the Maroons were able to finish the third with a 68-56 lead.

In the final period the Maroons were able to post a 76-61 lead over Adamson, but the Falcons were able to make a 10-0 run to close in at a 76-71, but the determined UP squad were able to held on to their lead to foil Adamson's comeback in the game..

Henry Asilum, Jett Manuel, Diego Dario, and Agustini Amar led the Fighting Maroons in this game scoring 19,16, 14, and 13 points respectively, while Pape Sarr scored 18 points for the Falcons in this loss.

UP Fighting Maroons 89 

Asilum 19, Manuel 16, Dario 14, Amar 13, Desiderio 8, Longa 8, Juruena 7, Moralde 2, Harris 2

Adamson Falcons 84

Sarr 18, Garcia J 12, Margallo 11, Nalos 8, Ng 8, Capote 7, Tungcab 5, Garcia C 5, Escalambre 5, Polican 3, Ochea 2

In the second game the UE Red Warriors also snapped their losing streak after beating the defending champions NU Bulldogs 52-47.

The defending champs were able to open the game on a high note, though the game was a low scoring ball game, they were able to take over the lead at the end of the first half 28-21, Second half was a different story as the Red Warriors comes back to life as they were able to take the lead fro the first time at 36-34 with less than two minutes remaining in the third period.

The Red Warriors were able to control the final period as they were able to take a 45-39 advantage with less than 5 minutes left in the game, the Bulldogs tried to regain the lead but UE's defense didn't let them take the lead as the Red Warriors pushes the Defending Champions on the brink of dethronement as they now dropped to 3-5 record.

Veteran Red Warrior Chris Javier led UE in this win with 17 points, meanwhile on the other side It's Alfred Aroga who led the Bulldogs with 11 points.

UE Red Warriors 52 

Javier 17, Varilla P 10, Abanto 7, Charcos 4, Palma 4, De Leon 4, Batiller 3, Varilla J 2, Gagate 2.

NU Bulldogs 47 

Aroga 11, Neypes 9, Diputado 8, Alolino 6, Salim 4, Celda 4, Alejandro 3, Tansingco 2

#NCAA91 Day 38: JRU and Mapua Enters Play offs, Letran Secures Twice To Beat Advantage.

In the last day of eliminations in the 91st season of NCAA, the Jose Rizal University Heavy Bombers forces a three way tie after beating the  San Sebastian Stags 91-88.

Determined to return to the final four the JRU Heavy Bombers showcase their dominance over San Sebastian early in the first period leaving the Stags behind 23-17, though in the second quarter San Sebastian were able to catch up still the Heavy Bombers were able to finish the first half on top 43-38.

Entering the second half a more aggressive JRU squad entered the court as they extend their lead to 13 53-40 with 7 minutes left in the game, though the Stags were able to trim the lead down to 10 via a three point shot by Spencer Pretta, Paolo Pontejos hot shooting still lifts the Heavy Bombers back to a 12 point lead to end the third period 68-56. In the fourth quarter the Heavy Bombers continues to bombard San Sebastian as they were able to extend the lead to a huge 22 point deficit at 88-66 with just few ticks remaining on the shot clock.

The hot shooting Paolo Pontejos carried the JRU Heavy Bombers with 23 points, meanwhile Bradwyn Guinto led the Stags in this defeat with 14 points as San Sebastian ends their Season 91 campaign with a 6-12 win-loss record.

JRU Heavy Bombers 91 – Pontejos 23, Estrella 11, Balagtas 8, Lasquety 6, Cruz 6, Teodoro 6, Grospe 6, Sanchez 5, Poutouochi 5, Abdul Wahab 5, Dela Paz 3, Dela Virgen 3, David 3, Astilla 2

San Sebastian Stags 69 – Guinto 14, Calisaan 13, Ortuoste 10, Bulanadi 7, Pretta 6, Sibal 5, Santos 4, Fabian 4, Costelo 3, Capobres 3.

In the second game the Mapua Cardinals pushes off a play off match against the Arellano Chiefs after they put up a huge victory over the EAC Generals 88-61.

The EAC Generals started the game strong leading the Mapua Cardinals 12-7 with 1:42 remaining in the first quarter, but Mapua were able to chase the Generals to take over the lead 15-14 at the end of the first period, In the second period it was a tit for tat game as both squads started to exchange lead even tying the game at 26-26 with 6 minutes left in the quarter, though  the Cardinals were able to end the first half 41-38.

Entering the second half the Cardinals starts to pull away as they were able to limit the scoring of EAC to just 11 points in the third period to lead 61-49. In the final quarter Mapua showed dominance over the Generals as they extend their lead to 19 72-53 with 7:28 left in the game.

Allwell Oraeme, Darell Menina, Mark Brana, Josan Nimes, JP Nieles, and CJ Isit scored in double digit in this game as the Cardinals will move to a play offs this Tuesday against the Arellano University Chiefs at the Mall of Asia Arena at 2pm, meanwhile Sydney Onwubere top scored for the Generals to end their season 91 campaign at the bottom of the standing with a 2-16 win-loss record.

Mapua Cardinals 88 – Oraeme 16, Menina 14, Brana 14, Nimes 13, Nieles 12, Isit 11, Biteng 3, Serrano 3, Aguirre 2.

EAC Generals 63 – Onwubere 21, Hamadou 11, General 8, Munsayac 8, Diego 8, Mejos 5, Bonleon 2.

In the final match the Letran Knights snatches the second twice to beat advantage as they send the University of Perpetual Help System Dalta Altas out of the Final Four Race after four years after defeating them big time 93-64.

The Knights showcased their will to win in this game against the Perps showing dominance early on the game to take a 21-10 lead at the end of the first period. The Altas showing no signs of fighting back in the second period Letran took advantage of it to balloon their lead up by as much as 21 points  35-14 with 5:50 left in the first half.

In the second half Letran's offense was just unstoppable as they continue to push their lead up giving the Altas a hard time recovering in the game ending the quarter down by 30 at 72-42. Entering the last 10 minutes of the game the Perps defense and offense finally collapsed as the Knights run away with a huge lead sealing the deal and kicking the Altas out of the Final Four race.

Mark Cruz and Kevin Racal combined 33 points for the Knights in this game, Letran will face San Beda this Tuesday for the battle for the number one spot at 4pm at the MOA Arena, meanwhile Prince Eze top scored for the Perps with 24 points as they bowed out of the season with a n 11-7 win-loss record.


Letran Knights 93 – Cruz 18, Racal 15, Luib 10, Publico 10, Balanza 8, Quinto 8, Sollano 6, Nambatac 6, Gedaria 5, Bernabe 3, Apreku 2, Balagasay 2.

Perpetual Help Altas  64 – Eze 24, Akhuetie 13, Thompson 7, Pido 6, Dizon 5, Dagangon 4, Oliveria 2, Coronel 2, Ylagan 1.

21-10, 50-26, 72-42, 93-64

#UAAP78 Men's Basketball Second Round Schedule

October 10, MOA

2pm UP vs Adamson 

4pm NU vs UE

October 11, Araneta Coliseum

11am FEU vs Ateneo

4pm UST vs La Salle 

October 14, Araneta Coliseum

2pm La Salle vs UE 

4pm FEU vs UP

October 17, MOA

2pm Ateneo vs Adamson 

4pm UST vs NU

October 18, MOA

2pm UE vs UP

4pm FEU vs La Salle

October 21, Araneta Coliseum

2pm NU vs Adamson

4pm Ateneo vs UST

October 24, Araneta Coliseum 

2pm La Salle vs Adamson 

4pm FEU vs UE 

October 25, MOA

2pm Ateneo vs NU

4pm UP vs UST

October 28, MOA 

2pm Adamson vs FEU 

4pm NU vs La Salle 

November 4, Araneta Coliseum 

2pm UST vs UE

4pm UP vs Ateneo 

Nobember 7, Araneta Coliseum 

2pm UE vs Adamson 

4pm FEU vs UST

November 8, Araneta Coliseum

11am NU vs UP 

4pm Ateneo vs La Salle

November 11, Araneta Coliseum 

2pm UST vs Adamson 

4pm UP vs La Salle 

November 14, MOA

2pm Ateneo vs UE 

4pm NU vs FEU 

Miss Globe 2015

Miss Philippines Ann Lorraine Colis was crowned as Miss Globe 2015 Thursday Night at the Rose Theater in Toronto, Canada, that's Friday morning here in the Philippines, Colis was the first Filipino to win the crown besting other 40+ candidates all over the world.

Photos Courtesy to Bb. Pilipinas (Official) Facebook Page

 Miss Albania placed 1st Runner Up , 2nd Runner Up goes to Miss Macedonia, Miss China was named 3rd Runner Up, and Miss France placed 4th Runner Up. This is the first time that the Philippines sent a candidate in this 42 year old pageant, also Colis is the first Binibini to compete internationally.