Tigers grapple gold in 3x3 Basketball Women’s

By Jysel Ashley C. Ayop

On March 4, the ArtScies Tigers clawed their way up the ranks and reigned supreme as they brought home the gold in the fast-paced, formidable fight for the 3x3 Basketball Women’s championship match, snagging a final score of 15-11 over the Aggie Bulls at the XU Covered Courts.

In the final game, the Tigers dominated the court with their fast drives and quick passes. The Bulls banked on their zone and press defenses to catch up to counter their agile moves. Ultimately, the Tigers went all out and made smart plays to shut down the Aggie Bulls by halftime.

Among the contenders, Tigers’ team captain Elaiza Nicole Pajigal stood out and was hailed as the Most Valuable Player for racking in 13 points for the Tigers in the final match.

“It feels relieving to be the champion in 3x3, especially that we have defeated our rival in the 5x5 championship. All of the hard work, sacrifices, and heartbreaks paid off at that moment.” Tiger Pajigal shared their sentiments in representing the College of Arts and Sciences, honoring their seniors and alumni, and most importantly redeeming the Tigers’ loss in the 5x5 basketball championship in the women’s division.

Pajigal also expressed how their team kept their hopes high with a burning passion, regardless of their shortcomings in their past gameplays, “We supported each other through ups and downs, and I think that was our team’s edge, and that’s what makes ArtScies women’s basketball so beautiful.”

The ArtScies Tigers have long kept their mindset of upholding one common goal—to enjoy the game and play their best as a team.

On the other hand, the Aggie Bulls garnered the first runner-up title while the NSG Pythons landed the second runner-up title after the Engineering Warriors failed to show up in the fight for third match.C