Emilio Aguinaldo College completed its stunning turnaround, overpowering Arellano University, 102-93, to clinch a twice-to-beat advantage in the NCAA Season 102 Seniors Basketball quarterfinals on Monday at the Philsports Arena.
It was a remarkable reversal of fortunes for the Generals and the Chiefs, who opened the season on contrasting runs. Arellano started the first round with a 4-0 record, while EAC struggled to a 1-4 slate.
However, the tide turned in the crossover round, with the Chiefs managing just one win while the Generals picked up two victories to set up Monday’s crucial showdown.
With the victory, EAC secured a twice-to-beat advantage in the quarterfinals, where it will face the loser of Tuesday’s San Beda-College of St. Benilde matchup.
Meanwhile, Arellano will be at a disadvantage in its quarterfinals clash against the winner of the same game, needing to win twice to advance to the semifinals.
