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IN PHOTOS: UAAP S80 Ateneo vs La Salle Finals Game 3

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IN PHOTOS: UAAP S80 Ateneo vs La Salle Finals Game 3
Here are photos which capture the drama of the most enduring rivalry in Philippine collegiate basketball's UAAP Season 80 finals game 3 clash

 

MANILA, Philippines – The Ateneo Blue Eagles defeated the then-defending champions De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Archers, 88-86, and were crowned as the UAAP Season 80 men’s basketball champions on Sunday, December 3 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum 

Although the Blue Eagles led the Green Archers for most of the match, the second half unfolded into a thriller that saw them enter the payoff period tied at 66-all. 

It took an Isaac Go clutch triple  the last 24.7 seconds of the game to secure the win at 85-80 for Ateneo. The Green Archers managed to rally back with a 6-2 run in that short span. The seconds, however, died out and the UAAP Season 80 title landed into the hands the Ateneo. 

(READ: ‘BEST GAME EVER’: Netizens react to cardiac UAAP Season 80 Finals Game 3)

SIKO NI IKEH. Chibueze Ikeh has a reputation for his controversial physical plays since the Season 79 UAAP finals game 1. Photo by Josh Albelda/Rappler

FINALS MVP. Thirdy Ravena continues to carry on the legacy of the Ravena bloodline by securing the Finals MVP award. Photo by Josh Albelda/Rappler

HUSTLE. Aljun Melecio shakes off his post-dengue situation to break out for the Green Archers this UAAP finals. Photo by Alecs Ongcal/Rappler

THE FUTURE. Ricci Rivero steps up this season as the Most Improved player of the UAAP and a bright future awaits him. Photo by Alecs Ongcal/Rappler

BACK TO BACK. Ben Mbala still proves that he is the best player in the UAAP as he is awarded the Most Valuable Player this Season 80. Photo by Alecs Ongcal/Rappler

MIXED FEELINGS. The cardiac third quarter saw mixed feelings within the Ateneo crowd as the Blue Eagles traded leads with the Green Archers. Photo by Alecs Ongcal/Rappler

PRAYERS. The Green Archers were behind the Blue Eagles for most of the game, leading to a jittery DLSU crowd. Photo by Alecs Ongcal/Rappler

EMOTIONS. Anton Asistio gives Isaac Go a big hug for his dagger triple that sealed the win for them. Photo by Josh Albelda/Rappler

TEARS. Ricci Rivero sheds his tears as he receives a hug from his coach. Photo by Alecs Ongcal/Rappler

FIRST. It is first seniors championship of Aaron Black, Jolo Mendoza, Isaac Go, Anton Asistio, Matt Nieto and Raffy Verano. Photo by Josh Albelda/Rappler

THE CELEBRATED COACH. Coach Tab Baldwin adds the UAAP Season 80 title to his coaching record. Photo by Josh Albelda/Rappler

1ST RUNNER-UPS. The DLSU Green Archers settle for the runners-up honors this Season 80. Photo by Josh Albelda/Rappler

SEASON 81. Ben Mbala will be back in Season 81 for his last year of eligibility in the UAAP. Photo by Alecs Ongcal/Rappler

And to sum up the Ateneo post-game on-court celebration, here we go: 

– Rappler.com

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Beatrice Go

More commonly known as Bee, Beatrice Go is a multimedia sports reporter for Rappler, who covers Philippine sports governance, national teams, football, and the UAAP. Stay tuned for her news and features on Philippine sports and videos like the Rappler Athlete’s Corner and Rappler Sports Timeout.
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