UST Growling Tigers (Men’s Basketball)

The UST Growling Tigers are the official men’s varsity basketball team of the University of Santo Tomas (UST), competing in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP). Wearing the proud gold, black, and white, the team embodies the rich athletic tradition of UST, one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious universities.

As one of the most successful programs in UAAP history, the Growling Tigers boast numerous championships and a legacy of producing some of the league’s most iconic players. Known for their fighting spirit and passionate Thomasian crowd, they continue to be a central force in college basketball, carrying a tradition of excellence and pride every season.

UAAP Season 88: UST Men’s Basketball Lineup/Roster

Here are the players of the UST Growling Tigers, along with their positions, heights, and previous schools, competing in the UAAP Season 88 Men’s Basketball Tournament.

NO	POS	NAME	HEIGHT	HIGH SCHOOL
1	G	Leland Estacio	6’2″	Franklin High School
2	G	Bevir Calum	5’11”	St. Louis School – Don Bosco
3	G	Kyle Paranada	5’9″	Montgomery High School
9	G	Nicael Cabañero	6’3″	University of Santo Tomas
10	F	Mark Crisostomo	6’5″	Sta. Teresita National High School
11	G	Forthsky Padrigao	5’11”	Ateneo de Manila University
12	F	Isaac Danting	6’3″	University of the Assumption
13		Lorenzo Bangco
14	F	Mark Llemit	6’3″	University of Santo Tomas
20	G	Leonardo Acido	6’3″	University of Perpetual Help
25		Jiro Sevilla
26		Carl Manding
28		Collins Akowe
33	C	Joachim Laure	6’5″	National University Nazareth School
55		Charles Bucsit
91		Koji Buenaflor

UAAP Season 88: UST Growling Tigers Men’s Basketball Schedule and Results

First Round

Second Round