Benilde Clings to Victory Over EAC in Thrilling FilOil Preseason Cup Match
Source: news.source.gmanetwork_ph
De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde narrowly escaped with an 86-85 victory against Emilio Aguinaldo College in the 18th FilOil EcoOil Preseason Cup. Despite a strong lead, Benilde nearly collapsed but managed to hold on, thanks to Tony Ynot's 17-point performance. The win positions Benilde to potentially secure the top seed with one more victory.
Key Points
Benilde defeated EAC by a score of 86-85 in a close game.
Tony Ynot led Benilde with 17 points, crucial in maintaining the lead.
EAC staged a comeback led by EJ Castillo but fell short.
Benilde's next win against Lyceum and a Letran loss to San Beda could secure them the top seed.
San Beda also won against Lyceum, led by Yukien Andrada's near double-double performance.