Pasig City finally has something to celebrate after putting an end to its four-game losing streak, edging Negros at ONE Arena in Cainta behind a monster performance from Jacob Galicia.
With their backs against the wall after four consecutive defeats, Pasig responded with the kind of effort the team desperately needed. Galicia stepped up in a major way, producing a double-double of 25 points and 18 rebounds to lead Pasig to its ninth victory of the season.
The win provided more than just another mark in the standings. It gave Pasig a much-needed confidence boost and stopped a difficult stretch that threatened to derail the team’s momentum.
Galicia Delivers When Pasig Needs Him Most
When Pasig needed a leader, Galicia answered the call.
The forward turned in one of the night’s most impressive individual performances, combining his scoring touch with dominant work on the glass. His 25 points gave Pasig a reliable offensive option, while his 18 rebounds helped the team win the battle for second chances.
Galicia’s presence was particularly important in a game where possessions mattered. Every rebound created another opportunity for Pasig to attack, while his ability to finish plays gave the team a dependable source of points.
His all-around production ultimately made him the difference-maker and earned him the Player of the Game award.
Player of the Game: Jacob Galicia
25 Points | 18 Rebounds | Double-Double
It was the type of performance Pasig needed from one of its key players, especially after struggling through four straight losses.
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Pasig Refuses to Let the Skid Continue
Entering the matchup against Negros, Pasig had one clear objective: stop the losing streak.
Four consecutive defeats had put added pressure on the squad, making the game against Negros an important opportunity to regain its footing. Rather than allowing the skid to continue, Pasig responded with determination.
The team played with greater urgency and competed for every possession. The effort was reflected in the rebounding numbers, with Galicia leading the charge and giving Pasig an advantage in one of the most important areas of the game.
The result was a hard-earned victory that moved Pasig to nine wins this season.
A Much-Needed Confidence Boost
Winning after four straight losses can change the mood inside a locker room.
For Pasig, the victory against Negros provides an opportunity to reset. Instead of carrying the frustration of the previous four games into the next part of the season, the team can now move forward with renewed confidence.
The victory also showed that Pasig can respond when facing adversity.
Losing streaks can test a team’s character, but Pasig showed resilience by finding a way to get the job done against Negros. The squad now has something positive to build on as it prepares for its upcoming assignments.
Negros Comes Up Short
Negros entered the contest determined to make life difficult for Pasig, but the team ultimately fell short against a Pasig squad that was hungry for a breakthrough victory.
The pressure from Pasig’s rebounding effort made it difficult for Negros to completely control the game. Galicia’s work inside was especially important, as his 18 rebounds helped Pasig create additional possessions while preventing Negros from getting easy second chances.
Although Negros continued to battle, Pasig managed to make the important plays needed to secure the win.
For Negros, the defeat will serve as another challenge to overcome as the team looks ahead to its next game.
The Importance of the Ninth Win
Pasig’s ninth victory of the season could prove valuable as the standings continue to take shape.
While one victory does not erase the frustration of four consecutive losses, it can provide the momentum needed to begin a new chapter.
The biggest question for Pasig now is whether it can build on this performance.
The team has already shown that it can compete. The next step is maintaining the same energy, focus, and intensity in the games ahead.
If Galicia continues producing at a high level, Pasig will have a strong foundation to work from.
Galicia Becomes the Difference-Maker
There was no question about who led Pasig’s charge.
Galicia’s 25-point, 18-rebound double-double was the headline performance of the night. His dominance on the glass and ability to contribute offensively gave Pasig the spark it needed to finally end its losing run.
More importantly, he delivered when his team needed him most.
After four consecutive defeats, Pasig needed someone to step up and make an impact. Galicia did exactly that.
His performance not only earned him Player of the Game honors but also helped Pasig regain something even more important: momentum.
Pasig Looks Ahead
The victory over Negros gives Pasig City a reason to believe again.
The four-game skid is finally over, the team’s record now includes nine wins, and Galicia has delivered a performance that could serve as a confidence booster for the entire squad.
The challenge now is simple: keep it going.
Pasig cannot afford to become comfortable after one victory. The team must carry the same hunger into its next assignment and use this win as the starting point for a stronger stretch.
For now, though, the spotlight belongs to Galicia and his incredible night.
Twenty-five points. Eighteen rebounds. One huge double-double.
With Jacob Galicia leading the way, Pasig City has officially snapped its four-game skid—and its season is back on track.
