
In this final face-off for year, they certainly made sure that they will have the last laugh.
JV Casio ended his illustrious collegiate career in grand fashion as the Green Archers defeated the Ateneo Blue Eagles yesterday, 71-62 to win the 2008 Philippine Collegiate Championship crown at the Araneta Coliseum.
Casio, who played his last game for the Green and White squad exploded for 17 of his 20 points in the final half while being adjudged MVP of this tournament and a Mythical Five selection. He also dished out 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 steals.
It was payback time for the Archers as they finally ended a long losing streak to Ateneo this year dating back to the summer pre-season tournaments. With this victory, they are now considered as the best collegiate team in the country.
The Team was awarded with the Manuel V Pangilinan Trophy, PHP500K worth of athletic scholarships and an additional PHP400K to be divided among the players. They will also represent the country in the 2009 Universiade Championships in Serbia.
Determined to redeem themselves after losing this year’s UAAP, the Archers seized …