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KONTI NA LANG 😢

The UE Red Warriors put up a tough fight against the UST Growling Tigers in a close match, 87-98, on Wednesday, September 30.

UE continues to search for their first win of the season, now holding a 0-4 record.

THANK YOU, COACH! 🫡

The University of the East (UE) has announced that Chris Gavina is no longer head coach of the Red Warriors, naming assistant coach and former standout player Paolo Hubalde as acting head coach for the rest of UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball tournament.

UE President and Chief Academic Officer Zosimo Battad thanked Gavina for the time and effort he gave to the student-athletes and the program, adding that the school respects his decision to pursue other opportunities and credits him for sharing his professional experience.

For his part, the former head coach thanked UE for the opportunity to be part of the team, saying he values the bonds he built with the players, coaches, staff, and the wider UE community, and hopes the team continues to build on what they started together.

Stepping in as head coach in February 2025, Chris Gavina succeeded Jack Santiago, whose squad went 6-8 and narrowly missed the Final Four, but the results did not follow, as UE finished 0-14 in Season 88 and opened Season 89 with losses to the Ateneo Blue Eagles and the NU Bulldogs, leaving him winless in 16 games and the team on a 22-game losing streak.

His stint was also marked by controversy, as he was suspended for four games in October 2025 after a heated rant against the referees following UE's 110-111 overtime loss to the DLSU Green Archers.

UE also lost key players this offseason, including Precious Momowei, Wello Lingolingo, Nico Mulingtapang, and Dylan Despi, while assistant coaches Alex Cabagnot and Nick Demusis also stepped down.

Hubalde made his debut on the bench on September 26 against the FEU Tamaraws, with UE still seeking its first win in two years.

—Patricia Angela Sulteras, RedWire Sports Writer

BREAKING: UE announces class modalities for Sept. 28-30

Classes in the University of the East (UE) Manila and Caloocan campuses, except for the College of Dentistry (CDent) and College of Law (CLaw), will shift to asynchronous modality on Monday, September 28, due to the scheduled transport strike and observance of Kainang Pamilya Mahalaga Day.

CDent and CLaw will conduct online synchronous classes on the said date.

Meanwhile, UE classes at all levels will shift to online synchronous on September 29 to 30, Tuesday and Wednesday, in view of the transport strike organized by Manibela and Piston.

“Students are advised to coordinate with their instructors regarding class activities, requirements, and other instructions,” the University said.

MERON PA RIN GANDA ANG BUHAY, PWEDE PANG MANGARAP 🙌🏻 🤸🏻‍♀️

The University of the East (UE) men’s basketball team suffered another setback against the Far Eastern University (FEU) Tamaraws, while the women’s basketball team fell short in its opening game against the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigresses at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on Saturday, September 26.

The Red Warriors got the scoring going early, guard Mo Tañedo delivered a strong offensive showing, but UE's defense had yet to find its footing, letting FEU seize an early 23-15 edge.

UE settled into better rhythm in the second quarter, with Gene Carillo and Toper Lagat combining for key baskets to stay within striking distance, FEU's attack remained too sharp, sending the Red Warriors into the break trailing, 29-43.

Coming out of halftime, UE pushed to close the gap with better passing and sharper court play, but the Recto-based squad could not sustain the pressure long enough, and the deficit continued to grow through the fourth quarter, ending the game at 70-93.

Off the court, the Red Warriors underwent a major shift in leadership, as assistant coach Dean Paulo Hubalde stepped in as interim head coach for the game following the resignation of head coach Chris Gavina.

Gavina's departure also prompted fellow assistant coaches Alex Cabagnot and Nick Demusis to tender their own resignations, leaving Hubalde to hold the team.

In an exclusive interview with RedWire, UEMBT team manager Jean Alabanza addressed the coaching transition, noting that Hubalde has now taken on the head coach role.

"Definitely, there will be changes given that there will be a different coach. Changes will not be there right away. Game by game it could apply," he said.

"Coach Pao is part of the team. He knows how the team works and this is no difference from what he does. The team is still in good hands," he continued.

The Red Warriors will look to snap its losing streak against the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigers on Wednesday, September 30, at 3 p.m. at Ateneo Blue Eagle Gym.

Meanwhile, the Lady Warriors suffered a tough 58-103 loss to the UST Growling Tigresses.

In the first half, guards Sy Onate and Roshelle Lumibao led UE’s scoring attempts, while guards Rachel Lacayanga and guard Kezza Buscar provided the offensive support.

Lady Warriors carried its offense into the second half with Lacayanga scoring on consecutive attempts and Onate’s back-to-back three-points to cut the deficit to 46-62.

Buscar and Ronquillo made key defensive plays, but UST responded with a strong offense to take the lead.

The Lady Warriors continued to attack in the fourth quarter, with center Kate Cruz hitting a three-pointer while Onate and Lacayanga added conseutive two-pointers.

Despite struggling defensively against the Golden Tigresses, UE sustained offense and continued to fight until the final buzzer.

The Lady Warriors will look to snap their losing streak against the De La Salle University (DLSU) Lady Archers on Sunday, October 4, at 9 a.m. at the Ateneo Blue Eagle Gym.

BOX SCORES:
UE 70 - Lagat 20, Tañedo 16, Carillo 13, Ajani 7, Robles 4, Cruz-Dumont 4, Sabroso 2, Santos 2, Jimenez 2
FEU 93 - Konateh 15, Mongcopa 13, Bautista 13, Pasaol 12, Daa 12, Cabonillas 6, Burgos 5, Gish 5, Nakai 4, Hall 4, Felipe 3, Rañeses 1

WOMEN’S BASKETBALL BOX SCORES:
UE 58 - Onate 16, Lacayang 15, Lumibao 8, Buscar 7, Vacalares 4, Ronquillo 3, Gullim 3, Dalguntas 2, Cruz 0, Ramos 0, Sajol 0
UST 103 - Santos 18, McAlary 14, Sierba 10, Maglupay 10, Onianwa 8, K. Danganan 8, Boteros 7, C. Danganan 7, Tate 6, Ambos 5, Pescador 4, Relliquette 2, Dajao 2, Bron 2, Wenceslao 0

QUARTER SCORES: 20-33, 35-56, 49-83, 58-103

✍🏼Janelle Kyla Cruz and Patricia Angela Sulteras
📸 Gabriel De Guzman and Reina Louise Beltran

STILL HOPEFUL 🤞🏻

The UE Red Warriors extended their losing streak to three games after succumbing to the FEU Tamaraws, 70-93, on Saturday, September 26.

UE remains at the bottom of the standings with a 0-3 win-loss record.

WARRIOR TOPNOTCHER ❣️

A University of the East (UE) graduate has made it to the Top 10 of the September 2026 Psychometrician Licensure Examinations.

Results from the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) showed that UE-Manila alumna Ofelia Del Carmen placed eighth in the psychometrician boards with a 92.8-percent passing rate.

NO LUCK YET 😔

The UE Red Warriors dropped their second game in the UAAP Season 89 men's basketball tournament after bowing to the NU Bulldogs, 56-76, on Saturday, September 19.

The Red Warriors remain winless at 0-2.

BREAKING: UE Manila to shift to online synch classes on Sept. 21

Classes in the University of the East (UE) Manila Campus will shift to online synchronous on Monday, September 21, in view of the traffic advisory on the commemoration of the 54th anniversary of the declaration of martial law.

“Students are advised to coordinate with their respective faculty members and check their official class communication channels for class schedules and other instructions,” UE said in a Facebook post.

OFF TO A ROUGH START 💔

The UE Red Warriors opened their UAAP Season 89 men’s basketball campaign with a loss to the Ateneo Blue Eagles, 74-101, on Wednesday, September 16.

The Red Warriors fall to 0-1 to start the season.

IKAW LANG ANG IIBIGIN, UE! ❤️🎶

The Central Student Council (CSC) is set to hold a concert tomorrow, September 16.

The event, dubbed “SONY:VERSE: The Sound of the East,” will take place from 1 pm onwards at the UE-Caloocan Open Field.

Local artists Nobita, Syd Hartha, Nextone, Clara Benin, Shane G, and Leyo will perform at the concert.

The event will also feature UE homegrown talents.

The concert will be facilitated in partnership with the UE Jam Sessions and Sony Music Philippines.