Reigning champion San Beda University is expecting a tough task against its familiar rivals when it opens its title defense in the NCAA Season 100 on Saturday, Sept. 7, at Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
After defying odds to reclaim the crown and notch their 23rd overall crown in Season 99, all eyes will be on the Red Lions as head coach Yuri Escueta anticipates a strong challenge against nine other schools in the centennial season of the country's oldest collegiate league.
A grand opening ceremony will usher in the brand-new season at 12 noon, with the Red Lions facing the Lyceum Pirates at 2:30 p.m., and the Mapua Cardinals battling the CSB Blazers at 5 p.m.
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