UAAP: Newcomers Veejay Pre, James Payosing shine for UP

Inquirer.net - Sep 19, 2026

READ: UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament – first round MANILA, Philippines—University of the Philippines waited a full year—and one game—to finally see the impact Veejay Pre and James Payosing could make. Pre and Payosing delivered breakout performances as the Fighting Maroons routed Ateneo, 94-75, in the UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament Saturday night

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