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GMA Network
23-05-2025
- Sport
- GMA Network
Veejay Pre transfers from FEU to UP
Veejay Pre with UP assistant coach Tom Chua and head coach Goldwin Monteverde. (Photo: UP OASD) UAAP Season 87 men's basketball Rookie of the Year Veejay Pre is taking his talents to Diliman. The University of the Philippines announced Pre's transfer from Far Eastern University on Friday. "We know naman yung kayang gawin ni Veejay. Magiging malaking tulong siya sa atin with his all-around game," said Fighting Maroons head coach Goldwin Monteverde. Pre announced his departure from the Tamaraws last Tuesday in what he described as his 'hardest decision ever.' UP also maintained that it was never in the picture as rumors and reports of Pre's transfer surfaced weeks ago. "What's fortunate about all this is that hindi naman tayo nandun when reports and rumors began. We respected FEU, and kinausap lang natin si Veejay nung nakapag-decide at nakapagpaalam na siya sa FEU," said UP Office of Athletics and Sports Development Director Bo Perasol. Pre posted averages of 13.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.4 assists in his first year in college. The reigning top rookie will need to sit out Season 88 before being eligible to play for two years. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
21-05-2025
- Sport
- GMA Network
'Hardest decision ever': Veejay Pre bids farewell to FEU
UAAP Season 87 men's basketball Rookie of the Year and Far Eastern University standout Veejay Pre has parted ways with the Tamaraws. In his social media post early Wednesday, Pre said leaving FEU "has been the hardest decision ever" as he considered his family's input as well on his growth as an athlete. "I believe that leaving and saying 'goodbye' is never easy and accepting things is the most painful part," Pre wrote in the caption of his post. "As an athlete, growth and improvement matters deeply. But there comes a time in our lives when challenges arise, pushing us to make difficult decisions. My family and I have come to a decision, and I've chosen to heed their wisdom and concerns. This made me realize how much they only want the best for me and I can't deny that taking this big step forward has been the hardest decision ever." Pre, however, did not disclose where he is going next. Confirmation of Pre's departure from FEU came weeks after rumors and reports surfaced about his possible transfer. FEU finished sixth in the elimination round of Season 87, but in high school, he led the Baby Tamaraws to a third-place finish. He last played for FEU in the UAAP 3x3 tournament. Pre then thanked those who were part of his FEU journey. "I owe FEU so much, and I will always treasure the good deeds, memories, lessons, heartbreaks, and laughter we've shared. I will be forever grateful as a 'TAMARAW' and to have experienced the colorful life that FEU and its community bring," he wrote. "Forever blessed and thankful that once in my life, I was once called a 'TAMARAW.' "Once a Tamaraw, Always a 'Tamaraw,' Meanwhile, Ateneo de Manila University's Kris Porter also parted ways with the Blue Eagles in a decision he announced on Tuesday. 'This was a really tough decision,' said Porter. 'I spent my elementary years at Sacred Heart School-Ateneo de Cebu before moving to Ateneo de Manila for high school and college. Ateneo has always been home to me, but I had to make this choice — even if I don't have concrete plans yet on where I'll go next. I believe it's a necessary step for my personal growth.' Porter said he has not yet committed to another school. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
GMA Network
17-05-2025
- Sport
- GMA Network
NU clinches rare fifth straight crown in UAAP men's volleyball
The UAAP men's volleyball crown remains in Jhocson Street. National University won its fifth straight title after sweeping Far Eastern University, 25-16, 28-26, 25-23, in Game 3 of the UAAP Season 87 men's volleyball finals on Saturday at the Mall of Asia Arena. In the third set, the Tamaraws had a chance to extend the match as they led 17-14, with Dryx Saavedra leading the offense for the Morayta crew. Leo Ordiales and Greg Ancheta eventually tied the set at 17 before Saavedra and Luis Miguel put FEU in front. Buds Buddin's attack, followed by an FEU error, evened the set at 19 before Miguel put the Tamaraws in front as they continued their bid to extend the match. Eventually, the likes of Buddin and Peng Taguibolos stepped up for NU as errors marred FEU's late attempt, helping the Bulldogs to their cause. Ordiales had 13 points from 10 attacks and three blocks, while Taguibolos and Buddin chipped in 10 and nine points, respectively. Leo Aringo, who was named Most Valuable Player of the Finals series, had nine points to go with 10 excellent receptions and four digs. He also had 8.7 points, 11.3 receptions and 4.3 digs in the finals series. The win spoiled Saavedra's 24 point eruption for the Tamaraws. While FEU led in attacks with 43 against 39, errors did not help their attempt as they had 78 against NU's 65. FEU took Game 1 before NU won the next two in the best-of-three series. This is NU's seventh overall title in men's volleyball, with their championship streak dating back to UAAP Season 80 in 2018. Aside from the men's title, NU also reigned in the women's and girls division this season. —JKC, GMA Integrated News
