Veejay Pre Joins UP Fighting Maroons After Stellar Rookie Season at FEU
Source: news.source.gmanetwork_ph
Veejay Pre, the UAAP Season 87 men's basketball Rookie of the Year, has transferred from Far Eastern University (FEU) to the University of the Philippines (UP). UP's head coach Goldwin Monteverde expressed confidence in Pre's all-around game, anticipating a significant contribution to the team. Pre, who averaged 13.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in his debut season, will sit out Season 88 before becoming eligible to play for UP.
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Veejay Pre, UAAP Season 87 Rookie of the Year, has transferred from FEU to UP.
UP's head coach Goldwin Monteverde believes Pre's all-around game will be a major asset to the team.
Pre announced his departure from FEU, describing it as his hardest decision.
UP was not involved in initial rumors about Pre's transfer and only approached him after he had decided and informed FEU.
Pre's college stats included 13.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game.
He will sit out Season 88 and be eligible to play for UP for two years starting from Season 89.
