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AVC: Alas Pilipinas Girls succumb to Chinese Taipei, bow out of contention
Alas Pilipinas U16 bowed out of the 2nd AVC Asian Women's U16 Volleyball Championship after a 14-25, 21-25, 15-25 loss to Chinese Taipei in the Final Eight.
Team captain Xyz Rayco led the team with 12 points, all from attacks, and ignited a second-set rally that saw the Philippines take a 17-12 lead.
Despite the strong showing in the second set, the team could not sustain momentum and was ultimately dominated by Chinese Taipei.
Chinese Taipei's top scorer Chen Ting-Yi caught fire in the third set to finish with 12 points.
Alas U16 coach Edwin Leyva noted a decline in the team's energy and momentum during the game.
Rayco expressed disappointment but gratitude for the team giving their best.
The team's participation in this tournament marks their first international competition.
Their victory against Iran to enter the top eight was a significant achievement.
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