Beermen wins over the Aces

By Nelson Beltran
The Philippine Star
Sunday, September 16, 2007

San Miguel Beer opened its bid in the 2007 PBA preseason tourney with a 100-94 win over Alaska Milk yesterday at the Lyceum gym.

Danny Ildefonso, Enrico Villanueva, Dondon Hontiveros, Samigue Eman and Danny Seigle each scored at least 13 points, leading the Beermen past the Aces who are the Fiesta Cup champions and also title-holders in this preseason event.

Reserves Willy Wilson and Gabby Espinas came through with crucial baskets down the stretch to seal the San Miguel victory in the fiercely fought match.

The Beermen erected a 12-point lead, 94-82, midway through the fourth quarter but the Aces came charging back at 94-91 on a nine-to-nothing run capped by a triple by Cabatu.

But San Miguel wouldn’t be denied as the Beermen played with greater poise and composure at the finish.

Two-time MVP winner Willie Miller paced the Aces with 16 with Eddie Laure and John Ferriols adding 13 apiece and Tony dela Cruz 12.