Ateneo's basketball program continues to be one of the most formidable in the country, never failing to cultivate a steady stream of talent every season which has resulted in a dominant string of championships in the UAAP. There won't be anything different in terms of team strength when the Blue Eagles defend the crown next year despite witnessing the exodus of three main cogs that helped deliver another title in the year that just passed. Finals MVP Ange Kouame, wingman Dave Ildefonso and marksman BJ Andrade have all exited Ateneo's evolving player factory, but the void they've left will be amply filled with the glut of talent that remains out there for the Eagles to pick from. ...Keep on reading: Ateneo opens up slots left by three graduating stars, and think tank sees no shortage in talent