Perpetual Help became the lone undefeated team in Group A of the NCAA Season 101 men’s basketball tournament after a 75-65 upset of defending champion Mapua on Wednesday at San Juan Arena.
The Altas improved to 3-0 early in the tournament, including wins over San Sebastian and Lyceum.
‘This is a culmination of so many hours in practice and the preseason,’ said coach Olsen Racela. ‘I can’t take credit for the skills my players have. It was a total team effort,.
Four players scored in double digits for the Altas with JP Boral leading the way with 15 points. LA Casinillo, Patrick Sleat and Mark Gojo Cruz turned in 13, 12 and 12 points, respectively.
The Cardinals, meanwhile, registered their first loss of the season with a 2-1 card.
JC Recto had 16 points, two rebounds, two assists, a steal and a block to lead Mapua in the loss. Cyril Gonzales also dropped 15 markers.