Alpha 7 kept their perfect record intact after a stunning 55-52 victory over the New York Ascend in a thrilling Sinag Liga Asya World Showcase 23-Under showdown at the University of San Carlos (USC) gym on Friday, June 3, 2026.
Game Overview
The contest featured 15 lead changes and four ties, keeping fans on the edge of their seats until the final buzzer. Alpha 7, composed mainly of USC Warriors and coached by Paul Joven, improved to a 3-0 win-loss record, while New York Ascend dropped to 1-2.
Clutch Performance
New York held a two-point lead, 52-50, with 25 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. However, Jhournel Tangkay drilled a cold-blooded three-pointer to put Alpha ahead for good with 16.4 seconds left on the clock. Tangkay finished the game with 16 points, leading his team in scoring.
Key Contributors
James Tawacal added 13 points, and Aljen Kaw contributed 11 points for Alpha 7. On the New York side, Peter Osang dropped a game-high 22 points, while Toby Pascual chipped in 13 points.
