University of Santo Tomas (UST) wasted no time asserting its dominance in the UAAP Season 87 high school beach volleyball tournament, kicking off their title defense with back-to-back victories at Sands SM By The Bay on Friday.
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UST Girls’ Beach Volleyball Dominates Opening Day
Last season’s Rookie of the Year, Grithney Jhyn Dadang, teamed up with new partner Angelica del Mar to deliver an impressive performance. The duo overpowered UP Integrated School’s Janella Guarino and Elisha Capus, securing a 21-13, 21-13 victory in the morning session.
Returning in the afternoon, the UST pair continued their momentum, dismantling De La Salle-Zobel’s Aislinn Alemaña and Sabine Valdez with a commanding 21-13, 21-9 win.
Dadang, who partnered with Khy Progella last season to bring home back-to-back championships for UST, aims to extend the school’s legacy with her new tandem.
FEU-Diliman and NU Nazareth School Off to a Solid Start
Last season’s runner-up, Far Eastern University-Diliman (FEU-D), also started strong. The tandem of Sheena Cafe and Sheila Pascual outplayed De La Salle-Zobel’s Alemaña and Valdez, 21-12, 21-8.
Meanwhile, National University Nazareth School (NUNS), which finished fourth last season, made a statement in their opening match. The pair of Vilmarie Toos and rookie Faith Mangyao secured a 21-13, 21-15 victory against Adamson’s Ella Gonzalvo and Francheska Adem.
Boys’ Division – Mixed Results for Defending Champions
In the boys’ division, defending champion NUNS had an up-and-down start. Wayne Dionela and Kian Tan faced a tough opening match, falling to UST’s John Michael Lagaran and Lance Malinao in straight sets, 13-21, 17-21. However, they quickly bounced back with a 21-13, 21-13 win over UE’s Clarence Gianan and Buenaventura Limpin.
UST’s boys’ team capitalized on the momentum, showing their strength early in the tournament. Meanwhile, FEU-D split its opening matches, recovering from a 21-13, 20-22, 12-15 loss to Adamson University’s Brice Malinao and Gian Ynot by defeating De La Salle-Zobel’s Antonio Luis Papa and Mario Roxas, 21-6, 21-9.
Gianan and Limpin, who earlier beat Ateneo’s Ken Nicolas and Santiago Avila, 21-17, 21-18, finished the day 1-1 after their loss to NUNS.
What’s Next in UAAP Season 87 Beach Volleyball?
With an impressive opening day, UST’s girls’ squad is well on track to defend their title. However, FEU-D and NU Nazareth have shown that they are strong contenders this season.
On the boys’ side, UST and Adamson look dangerous, while defending champions NUNS will need to stay consistent in their next matches.
The UAAP Season 87 high school beach volleyball tournament promises intense action in the coming weeks. Stay tuned for more updates on match results and standout performances.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is UAAP Season 87 high school beach volleyball?
UAAP Season 87 high school beach volleyball is an annual tournament featuring top high school teams competing for the championship in both boys’ and girls’ divisions.
When will the UAAP Season 87 beach volleyball finals take place?
The finals schedule has yet to be officially announced. Stay updated through UAAP’s official platforms.
How can I watch the UAAP Season 87 beach volleyball games?
Matches are usually streamed on UAAP’s official social media pages and TV networks, depending on broadcasting rights.
Who are the defending champions in the girls’ division?
The University of Santo Tomas (UST) girls’ team are the defending champions, having won back-to-back titles in the previous seasons.
Which teams are considered strong contenders this season?
Apart from UST, Far Eastern University-Diliman (FEU-D) and National University Nazareth School (NUNS) are also strong contenders, based on their solid opening performances.
Disclaimer
The information in this article is based on official UAAP reports at the time of writing. Future results and standings may change. Visit UAAP Sports for the latest updates.
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