Damie Cuntapay had a huge role in San Beda University's conquest of Jose Rizal University on Sunday as they cruised to their third consecutive win in the NCAA Season 97.
The senior bruiser finished with a total of eight points, all scored in the crucial fourth frame against the Heavy Bombers, to go along with six rebounds and an assist to steer the Red Lions to a 67-53 win.
Cuntapay said part of his steady outing was due to the consistent workouts he has been doing—before and after a match.
"Nakasanayan ko na every before ng game nagwo-workout ako [and] after game nagwo-workout pa rin ako. Kumbaga, parang hindi kumpleto 'yung araw pag walang workout para sa akin," Cuntapay shared.
"Sabi ko first, second, at third [quarters] ang pangit ng nilaro ko so fourth quarter bumawi ako. Ginawa ko lahat ng makakaya ko, ginawa ko lang yung trabaho ko para makatulong sa team and ayon nanalo kami this game."
Cuntapay had a pretty solid season debut for San Beda, pouring in nine points and five rebounds against Lyceum but he had a cold night against EAC after he only finished with one marker.
He stressed these tough showings partly motivated him in today's game against the Heavy Bombers, where their clean slate was at stake.
"Naalala niyo naman 'yung last game namin, sobrang dikit and [ang] pangit ng laro ko. Sabi lang ni coach ay kailangan kong bumawi sa game na to, kailangan kong patunayan na kabilang ako sa San Beda Red Lions."
—JMB, GMA News
