The UST Golden Tigresses will face a litmus test against longtime rival FEU Lady Tamaraws as they face UAAP Season 87 with key players injured.
The UST Golden Tigresses are set to begin their UAAP Season 87 campaign with a highly-anticipated clash against longtime rivals FEU Lady Tamaraws on Saturday, February 15, at the Mall of Asia Arena starting at 3:00 p.m.
Coming off a heartbreaking Finals loss to NU last season, UST is determined to make another championship run despite facing early adversity.
The Golden Tigresses will be without key players Jonna Perdido and Xyza Gula due to injuries, but they remain a formidable force behind last season’s Rookie of the Year Angge Poyos.
Defensive anchor and captain Detdet Pepito will also play a crucial role in keeping UST steady as they chase a strong start, as will Regina Jurado and star setter Cassie Carballo.
Meanwhile, FEU is entering the season with renewed energy under returning head coach Tina Salak. The Lady Tamaraws, who pushed NU to a do-or-die Final Four match last year, are eager to take the next step behind the leadership of Tin Ubaldo and Chenie Tagaod.
With both teams coming off Final Four appearances, this UST-FEU matchup adds another chapter to one of the UAAP’s most storied rivalries.
Will the Golden Tigresses prove they are still title contenders, or will the Lady Tamaraws spoil their opener?.
(With reports from Luisa Morales)
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