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NU Bulldogs’ Jolo Manansala. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.internet
MANILA, Philippines—Nationwide College can be with out one in every of its major gunners in Season 86 with the departure of John Lloyd Clemente however Jolo Manansala is greater than able to take that position.
After the Bulldogs’ bronze-winning victory over Perpetual Assist in the FiIoil EcoOil Preseason Cup on Wednesday, 85-77, Manansala introduced up Clemente’s exit from the crew and stated there’s a rising want for gamers like him to step as much as the plate.
Clemente forfeited his fifth and ultimate yr with the Bulldogs and joined Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL) with the Pampanga Lanterns.
“Coach (Jeff Napa) retains telling us to step up, particularly now since we received’t have JLC anymore. Somebody ought to take the place he left behind,” Manansala stated at San Juan Enviornment.
“Our expertise right here within the preseason is one thing I’m bringing to the UAAP.”
Manansala completed with 14 factors and 4 rebounds in 27 minutes of play, which is a large enchancment from his regular preseason output.
Napa would usually area Manansala for under 17 minutes within the preseason with averages of seven.6 markers and 4.9 boards per outing.
Napa, nevertheless, stated he’s nonetheless removed from glad with the best way Manansala has been enjoying.
“Really, I’m not but glad with the best way he performs as a result of if I say I’m, he may cease,” the coach stated. “He promised me that he’ll work on his recreation and that’s the advantage of this child,” he added.
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