Jose Rizal University (JRU) fended off a gritty Mapua University, 68-59, to post a strong finish in the first round of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Season 93 basketball tournament on Tuesday at the FilOil Flying V Center in San Juan City.

The Heavy Bombers foiled a late run by the Cardinals as they sealed their fourth straight win and sixth overall against three losses to firm up their hold of the third spot.

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