Tiu saves Ateneo
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Since they lost to La Salle the last time, the Blue Eagles have learned from that bitter experience, especially Chris Tiu.
Tiu proved his worth as member of the RP-Harbour squad by helping Ateneo De Manila book its seat in the semifinals at the Flying V fifth Collegiate Champions League after whacking Jose Rizal University, 81-71, last November 22, 2007 at The Arena in San Juan City.
“I’m little bit energetic these days because my inclusion in the national team has inspired me,� said Tiu, referring to Philippines men’s basketball campaign in the 24th Thailand Southeast Asian Games this December, 2007. “I learned a lot since we lost to La Salle.�
Chris Tiu made 16 points – including 14 points in a pair of runs bridging the third and fourth quarters to seal the Blue Eagles’ last berth in the semifinal round on November 26.
Despite the Heavy Bombers’ 51-46 lead late in the third quarter on a basket by John Wilson, the Blue Eagles used a searing 11-6 run capped by Tiu’s two jumpers and turn that deficit to a 57-54 lead going into the last quarter.
“I have not seen him (Tiu) since our last game in the UAAP, it feels good seeing him knock in those big shots,� said Ateneo coach Norman Black. “Everybody learned their lesson from the last UAAP and this is the right time to show it.�
Tiu, then, drained a pair of booming triples in another run in the final quarter that put the game out of reach.
“We know they play tough so I told the boys to match their physical tactics,� said Black, who is seeking a title in college basketball after capturing 10 crowns in the PBA. “We had some early fouls from our starters but we sent the message that we wouldn’t back off.�
Power forward Clifford Arao paced the Blue Eagles with 18 points and 11 boards, while Ken Barracoso and Nonoy Baclao had 12 and 11 points each to set the stage for Ateneo with a semifinal showdown against UST. John Wilson led JRU with 26 points while Maui Pradas had 13.
Individual scores:
Ateneo 81- Arao 18, Tiu 16, Barracoso 12, Baclao 11, Baldos 7, Long 6, Reyes 4, Escueta 3, Al-Hussaini 2, Salamat 2, Sumalinog 0, Austria 0
Jose Rizal 71- Wilson 26, Pradas 13, Sena 10, Nocom 10, Bulangis 6, Se 4, Hayes 2, Lituania 0, Kabigting 0, Cagoco 0
Quarter scores: 20-17; 37-34; 57-54; 81-71
Tags: Ateneo, blue-eagles, CCL, CCL-2007, Collegiate-Champions-League, Heavy-Bombers, Jason-Ballesteros, JRU, NewsRelated posts
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Thursday, 22 November 2007 at 12:14 pm
lalaro pa ba c tiu next season sa uaap?whose gonna leave the team?
Hail Mary Squad
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Thursday, 22 November 2007 at 4:50 pm
I wish they had the CCL tournament 2 or 3 weeks after the UAAP, NCAA, etc. A month at most so that the line-ups, rivalries and interest in the game are still fresh. It would really resemble the NCAA tournament in the states. A knockout tournament that would really determine the best college team in the country.
They should have it earlier next year! I like the idea, losers go home tourney, but poor execution!! :( Go Ateneo!
mark-man
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Thursday, 22 November 2007 at 8:06 pm
does this means that chris will have a big possibility to play next year?
dragonZz
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Monday, 26 November 2007 at 8:00 pm
so it will be UV vs Ateneo in the Finals…
dragonZz
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Monday, 26 November 2007 at 8:16 pm
watch out for the games this WED.
Battle for 3rd.. STI vs UST
and for the championship…
UV GREEN LANCERS vs ATENEO BLUE EAGLES….
GO GO GO UV GREEN LANCERS…
The pride of Cebu….
JEMS
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Monday, 26 November 2007 at 8:51 pm
Keep up lancers and good luck on your next assignment
Go Go Go UV team
apoy
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Monday, 26 November 2007 at 8:54 pm
Nice one green lancers ,you made it and good luck for your next and final assignment you can make it.
GO GO GO green lancers
krysta
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Sunday, 24 August 2008 at 6:30 pm
is chris tiu still going to play next year in season 72???