21-Point Performance Fuels Lyceum’s NCAA Season 102 Revival
Matthew Rubico posted 21 points, seven rebounds, and four assists as Lyceum defeated Perpetual Help, 98-89, in NCAA Season 102. The Pirates ended their four-game losing streak behind five double-digit scorers and a decisive fourth-quarter run at San Juan Arena.
Lyceum Ends Four-Game Skid Against Perpetual
One Sports covered Lyceum’s 98-89 victory as the Pirates ended four consecutive defeats and improved their record to 2-5. Perpetual remained within four points entering the fourth quarter after Lyceum carried a 70-66 advantage through three periods.
The Pirates trailed 23-21 after the opening quarter before building a 50-46 advantage entering the halftime break. Perpetual stayed within striking distance during the third period before eventually pulling even at 75 during the fourth quarter.
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Pirates Break 75-75 Tie With Decisive 9-0 Run
Lyceum responded to the 75-75 deadlock with nine unanswered points, creating the game’s most significant separation during the fourth quarter. McLaude Guadana capped the decisive run as the Pirates moved ahead, 84-75, with only 3:37 remaining in regulation.
Matthew Rubico Posts 21 Points in Lyceum Victory
Rubico led Lyceum with 21 points while adding seven rebounds, four assists, and one steal during Tuesday’s victory. His performance helped the Pirates stop their four-game slide while matching Perpetual’s 2-5 record following the nine-point result.
The Lyceum guard shared the scoring workload with four teammates who also reached double figures against the Altas. Rubico credited that collective production afterward rather than focusing exclusively on his own all-around performance during the victory.
Rubico Credits Teammates After Ending Losing Streak
“Nakuha namin ‘yong game na ‘to, ‘di dahil sa’kin [lang]. It was a collective effort. Ilan din ‘yong nag double digits samin, nagstep up ‘yong mga kailangan magstep up,” Rubico said.
Rubico also acknowledged Lyceum’s remaining work after the Pirates finally stopped their losing streak with Tuesday’s victory over Perpetual.
“Mahirap pag nagtatalo kaya kailangan namin trabahuhin ‘to.”
His comments followed Lyceum’s second victory through seven games after the Pirates entered Tuesday carrying four consecutive NCAA defeats.
Five Pirates Score in Double Figures Against Altas
Renz Villegas contributed 19 points for Lyceum, while Jonathan Daileg finished immediately behind him with another 18 against Perpetual. Guadana supplied 14 points, while Roger Ondoa completed Lyceum’s group of five double-digit scorers with an additional 11.
Rubico’s 21 points led that group, which collectively produced 83 of Lyceum’s 98 points during the nine-point victory. The five double-digit scorers accounted for nearly 85 percent of the Pirates’ total offensive production against the Altas.
Lyceum’s Top Five Scorers Combine for 83 Points
Rubico, Villegas, Daileg, Guadana, and Ondoa combined for 83 points as Lyceum ended its four-game NCAA losing streak. Rubico led the group with 21 points, followed by Villegas with 19 and Daileg with another 18 points.
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Daileg Triple Helps Lyceum Finish Fourth-Quarter Run
Lyceum maintained a 92-83 advantage before Daileg connected from three-point range with only 26 seconds remaining in regulation. His basket extended the Pirates’ lead to 95-83 after their earlier 9-0 run had created fourth-quarter separation.
LA Casinillo and Mark Gojo Cruz answered with consecutive three-pointers, cutting Perpetual’s deficit to 95-89 with 12 seconds remaining. Lyceum preserved its advantage during the closing possessions before completing the 98-89 victory and ending its four-game losing streak.
Pirates Score 28 Points During Final Quarter
Lyceum scored 28 fourth-quarter points after entering the final period with a 70-66 advantage over the Altas. Perpetual answered with 23 points during the quarter, including consecutive late triples from Casinillo and Gojo Cruz.
Perpetual Drops Fourth Straight Despite Four Scorers
Ray Maglupay led Perpetual with 19 points, while Angelo Gelsano followed closely with 18 during the loss against Lyceum. Casinillo contributed another 17 points, while Gojo Cruz scored 13 as four Altas finished the contest in double figures.
Perpetual suffered its fourth consecutive defeat and dropped to 2-5, matching Lyceum’s record following Tuesday’s NCAA Season 102 matchup. The Altas remained within four points through three quarters before Lyceum’s decisive fourth-period scoring run created the necessary separation.
Maglupay Leads Altas With 19 Points in Defeat
Maglupay paced Perpetual with 19 points, while Gelsano finished one point behind him during the nine-point defeat against Lyceum. Casinillo and Gojo Cruz completed Perpetual’s four double-digit scorers with 17 and 13 points, respectively, during Tuesday’s contest.
Analytical Breakdown: Rubico Had Plenty of Support
Lyceum’s five double-digit scorers created valuable offensive balance, preventing Perpetual from concentrating its defensive attention primarily on Rubico. The decisive 9-0 fourth-quarter run showed improved composure from a Pirates team carrying pressure after four consecutive defeats. Rubico’s rebounding and playmaking strengthened his impact beyond scoring, but Lyceum must reproduce this balanced production consistently moving forward.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who won Lyceum versus Perpetual in NCAA Season 102?
Lyceum defeated Perpetual Help, 98-89, ending its four-game losing streak in the NCAA Season 102 men’s basketball tournament.
How many points did Matthew Rubico score?
Rubico recorded 21 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and one steal during Lyceum’s victory over Perpetual Help.
Who else scored in double figures for Lyceum?
Villegas scored 19, Daileg had 18, Guadana added 14, and Ondoa contributed 11 points during Lyceum’s victory.
Who led Perpetual Help against Lyceum?
Maglupay led the Altas with 19 points, while Gelsano followed with another 18 during their defeat against Lyceum.
What are Lyceum and Perpetual’s records?
Both teams hold 2-5 records after Lyceum ended its four-game skid while handing Perpetual its fourth consecutive defeat.
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