MANILA, Philippines – The Ateneo Lady Eagles breezed through University of the East (UE) Lady Warriors in straight sets, 25-15, 25-21, 25-16, in the UAAP Season 81 women’s volleyball tournament to share of the top spot with University of the Philippines and De La Salle University with identical 3-1 records, Rappler has reported.
Kat Tolentino did 13 with 8 spikes, 3 blocks and 2 aces even as Maddie Madayag put in 11 points off 8 kills and 3 blocks.
The Lady Eagles built on a strong 6-1 start and closed out the opening frame with a 10-point lead, 25-15, according to the Rappler report.
The Lady Warriors attempted to bounce back in the 2nd set and cut down the deficit by two points at 20-22. However, Ateneo got their act together as Kat Tolentino capped off a 3-1 run to seal the set win and move within a frame of a third straight win.
Although the Lady Warriors nabbed their first lead early in the 3rd set, the Lady Eagles kept within distance and later broke an 11-11 deadlock before pulling away for good. (Rappler photo)
