Belo, Tolomia star as FEU rallies in fourth to overcome Arellano in PCCL Elite Eight

Far Eastern University (FEU) defeated Arellano University 84-72 in the Philippine Collegiate Champions League Elite Eight at Ynares Sports Arena. MAC Belo led FEU with 23 points, including 13 in the decisive fourth quarter, while Mike Tolomia contributed 16 points—nine scored consecutively during a critical stretch. Carl Cruz added 15 points for the Tamaraws.

FEU, starting Belo, Tolomia, Cruz, Achie Inigo, and Raymar Jose, improved to a 1-1 record after previously losing to the University of San Carlos (74-88). Coach Nash Racela stated he retained the same lineup from the prior game, noting players confirmed their readiness.

Key runs secured FEU's victory: Belo scored five straight points in a 12-2 surge that gave FEU a 61-55 lead, followed by Tolomia's personal 9-0 rally extending the advantage to 73-58. Arellano's Jiovani Jalalon top-scored with 26 points, supported by Dioncee Holts (14) and Michael Salado (12), as the team suffered its second loss in three games.

The quarter scores were 14-22, 33-35, 61-56, and 84-72. FEU's scoring included Pogoy and Jose with 7 each, while Arellano's Nicholls and Gumaru added 5 apiece.