College Career
Lim Eng Beng joined the Green Archers (De La Salle College) in 1971 and won the NCAA championship that year. It was the first championship in fifteen years, since 1956. He continually played for the Green Archers through his four year college years. In 1974, his senior year, he led the team to the NCAA championship against the Ateneo Eagles. He was awarded the MVP (Most Valuable Player) with a trophy and a plaque. In addition, he was awarded by NCAA as the Most Popular NCAA player in 1974. For sportsmanship, he garnered the sportsmanship plaque of recognition from De La Salle College. He holds the All-time record for the most points scored in a single NCAA game (55 points). He is also the All-Time record holder in average points per game in the NCAA (32 ppg). Lim Eng Beng's jersey number 14 was eventually retired in honor of his collegiate basketball career. Lim Eng Beng was offered many financial deals to leave for the professional league but he stayed on and went to win the NCAA championship for La Salle.
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