Dynasty over Destiny
by Floren Faye Chua
The finals matchup volleyball fans have been eagerly awaiting is now set. On Wednesday, our Lady Spikers, the defending champions, face off against surging UST Tigresses, which swept the 2nd round. The eliminations saw both teams split their encounters, with each team needing a decisive 5th set to eke out a win. We should expect a very exciting matchup in Game 1 on Wednesday, February 24.
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adidas, the iconic sportswear brand, launches the third series of the much-coveted Philippine Range collection. Continuing in the success of the Philippine Range track tops, which debuted in October 2007 and was re-released in March 2008, adidas presents the latest incarnation of the patriotic line, which now features track tops, T-shirts, and bags.
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Heartbreaks? Not this time.
The Lady Spikers made it to the finals as expected via a 16-25, 25-16, 25-22, 25-22 victory over Adamson today. They will have a shot to defend their crown as they go up against the UST Tigresses, who in the succeeding semis match scored a straight set win over Ateneo. The best of three championship series starts Wednesday at 4pm in the San Juan Arena.
The team started off sluggishly. The Lady Falcons showed a lot of grit and determination as the combination of Pau Soriano, Angela Benting and Jill Gustillo took the Lady Spikers off their rhythm. As Coach Ramil noted between the first and second sets, they looked like they were still asleep. The Lady Spikers sleepwalked through the first set against the desperate Adamson team, often a step late in their floor defense and committing 9 unforced errors, which was the margin at the end of the first set. The team’s timing seemed a bit off, and during a timeout Coach Ramil calmly advised them to take their time. However, Adamson rode on the momentum to take the first set.
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As posted in uaapsports.com
By Anthony Divinagracia
and Ivan de Lara
When he was in Grade 3, Chris Macasaet really wanted to be part of De La Salle-Lipa’s basketball team. When he raised his hand to join the squad, however, the recruiters just ignored him. This influenced him to set his sights to another sport—volleyball.
Seven years later, Chris no longer had to raise his hands to get the attention of recruiters. Several collegiate agents pursued him relentlessly. But a La Sallian since his elementary years, Chris naturally decided to play for the De La Salle University-Manila.
“It has always been my dream to play for La Salle,” Chris said. “Besides, I already knew the school’s system, so there was no use for me to leave.”
The hype he got proved to be warranted. In his rookie year, the 6’2”-tall Chris already bagged the Best Blocker award. This has sent a warning to the whole league. Chris was not just pure buildup—he has real talent.
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Rookie Clarisse Yeung is all smiles as she substitutes for fellow greenhorn Abigail Marano. The winning comment/imaginary conversation will win an 8×10 hard copy photo of our Women’s Volleyball team plus other freebies.
Winners of last week’s Straight Line
Winner, iya morada:
kaye: joane me iko-confess ako.
joane: anu yon ate? cge makikinig ako.
kaye: napilayan ako nun last play.
joane: awch. saan?
kaye: dito sa pinky oh. pero wag kang maingay baka ilabas ako ni coach, sayang exposure.
2nd Place, green caramel:
Attention, please fall in line according to your height!
3rd Place, ann:
Kaye: Guys nasukat ko na! kasinghaba ng pinky finger ko un patilya ni joanne
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