MANILA — Arellano University clinched its fifth consecutive championship in the NCAA Season 99 Cheerleading Competition, held at the Filoil EcoOil Center, San Juan City.

The team wowed the judges with their stunts and routines, earning 253.5 points and a cash prize of P100,000. This victory marks their sixth title in the last seven seasons.

The University of Perpetual Help System Dalta (UPHSD) Altas Perps Squad, once dominant with nine championships, finished as runners-up for the fifth consecutive year with 231.5 points.

Letran secured third place with 206 points, dedicating their finish to their late coach, Arnold Villanueva.

The Altas Perps Squad and Letran Cheering Squad received P75,000 and P50,000 respectively.

Jose Rizal University passed the Season 100 hosting rights to Lyceum of the Philippines.

The next NCAA season is tentatively set to start on August 17, 2024.

(el Amigo/mnm)