UAAP: Ateneo extends dominance over UP with five-set escape
Source: news.source.inquirer
Ateneo Blue Eagles outlasted the University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons in a thrilling five-set match in the UAAP Season 87 women's volleyball tournament. The victory marked Ateneo's 11th consecutive win over UP, maintaining their dominance in the series.
Key Points
Ateneo defeated UP with a scoreline of 15-25, 25-23, 27-25, 30-32, 16-14.
The match was part of the UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball tournament.
Lyann de Guzman led Ateneo with 25 points, including 23 attacks, 14 excellent digs, and 17 excellent receptions.
Ateneo's win brought their record to 3-5, tying them with UP and Adamson Lady Falcons.
Ateneo's victory extended their winning streak against UP to 11 games, starting from Season 81.
Other notable performers for Ateneo included AC Miner with 19 points and Zey Pacia with 13 points.
UP had a strong showing with five players in double-digit scoring, led by Niña Ytang with 24 points.
The match lasted for two hours and 41 minutes and was closely contested.
