Terrafirma Dyip Makes History in PBA Philippine Cup
Back in the quarterfinals for the first time in eight years, the No. 8 Terrafirma Dyip achieved a remarkable feat by defeating the No. 1 San Miguel Beermen in the PBA Philippine Cup. This victory marked their first playoff win in franchise history and stunned the fans at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.
Key Players Shine in the Upset
Juami Tiongson, Stephen Holt, and Isaac Go were instrumental in Terrafirma’s victory, each scoring over 20 points and leading the team to a 106-95 win over the favored San Miguel Beermen.
Strategy and Determination
The Dyip’s head coach, Johnedel Cardel, emphasized the importance of teamwork and following instructions to secure the win against the formidable Beermen. Despite facing a twice-to-win disadvantage, Terrafirma remained resilient and executed their game plan effectively.
Impressive Performances
Tiongson led the scoring with 29 points, supported by Holt’s 25 points and Go’s 22 points. Javi Gomez de Liaño also made a significant contribution with a near-triple-double performance.
Road to Victory
Terrafirma’s path to the quarterfinals was challenging, having to overcome NorthPort in a sudden death match. However, their determination and skill propelled them to this historic upset against San Miguel, setting the stage for a thrilling showdown in the next round.
Looking Ahead
With another game scheduled on Wednesday, Terrafirma aims to continue their impressive run and potentially become only the fifth No. 8 seed team in PBA history to eliminate the No. 1 seed. The team remains focused and ready to face the challenges posed by the defending champions.
Player Stats
- Terrafirma: Tiongson 29 pts, Holt 25 pts, Go 22 pts, Gomez de Liano 15 pts
- San Miguel: Fajardo 21 pts, Perez 20 pts, Cruz 11 pts, Lassiter 10 pts
Final Score
Terrafirma 106 – Tiongson 29, Holt 25, Go 22, Gomez de Liano 15
San Miguel 95 – Fajardo 21, Perez 20, Cruz 11, Lassiter 10
Quarters: 27-26, 54-49, 82-73, 106-95
