NU dethrones UP, secures first-ever UAAP Women’s Badminton Finals berth against Ateneo

In the PBA Philippine Cup, Meralco handed Magnolia their first loss, with CJ Cansino outperforming Jerom Lastimosa in a key matchup. San Miguel finally secured their first win by dominating Rain or Shine, while TNT thwarted Converge's comeback attempt, highlighted by Roger Pogoy's impressive performance. Additionally, Ginebra's coach Tim Cone acknowledged the team's early struggles against fellow powerhouse teams.

In UAAP action, NU dethroned UP to advance to their first-ever Women's Badminton Finals, where they will face Ateneo, while UP similarly dethroned NU in the Men's Badminton to set up a finals clash with Ateneo. Off the court, Janrey Pasaol of FEU emphasized team success over individual accolades, and King Vergeire focused on development for UPIS despite ongoing questions. La Salle bolstered their roster by securing former New Era player TJ Adams for the upcoming season.

In the NCAA, Lyceum notched their first win of Season 101, sparked by strong play from Villegas and Barba. Letran extended their winning streak to four games by defeating Mapua and later secured a third consecutive victory in overtime against LPU, fueled by Manalili's all-around efforts. Arellano pulled off a stunning upset over Benilde, led by Ongotan, while EAC routed San Sebastian, creating a tie in the standings, with Oftana and Bagay playing pivotal roles.