C2 UP tames Tigresses in UAAP volleyball
UNIVERSITY of the Philippines (UP) tamed University of Santo Tomas (UST), 31-33, 25-23, 25-16, 25-12, to earn its second win in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines ( UAAP) Season 80 women’s volleyball tournament on Wednesday at The Arena in San Juan City.
points on 27 kills, three blocks and a couple of aces to earn the Lady
“Going into this game, we were in high morale. We need to believe that we can beat them. We had a slow start but then we were able to be more aggressive in the following sets to win the game,” said Carlos.
She got solid support from former Rookie of the Year Maristela Layug, Marian Buitre and Rosemary Cailing combined for 18 markers for the Lady Maroons.
the Lady Maroons at sixth place.
Cherry Ann Rondina paced UST
In the men’s division, National University ( NU) handed Far Eastern University ( FEU) its first loss via a 22- 25, 25- 20, 2516, 25- 17 come- from- behind win to force a three- way tie on top of the standings.
Bryan Bagunas sizzled with blocks and an ace while James Natividad delivered 15 markers and 18 successful receptions for the Bulldogs.
Team captain Francis Saura and open spiker Fauzi Ismail contributed 11 points each.
The win enabled NU to join FEU and reigning champion Ateneo de Manila University in the lead with 5-1 card apiece.
John Paul Bugaon led the Tama Jude Garcia in the one- hour,
In the other game, UP posted its second win by stunning University
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