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'Kaya pa talaga': Ateneo boosts Final 4 hopes with marathon win vs. UP
Ateneo de Manila University outlasted the University of the Philippines in a five-set thriller, 15-25, 25-23, 27-25, 30-32, 16-14, extending their winning streak against UP to 11 consecutive games.
This victory improved Ateneo's record to 3-5, creating a three-way tie for fifth place with UP and Adamson University.
Lyann de Guzman led Ateneo with 25 points, supported by AC Miner with 19 points and 10 digs.
The Blue Eagles secured the win after UP committed net touch and attack errors in the fifth set, after Ateneo overcame a 13-11 deficit.
Despite being short-staffed with key players absent, the team embraced their roles and showed mental and physical development.
Nina Ytang was the top scorer for UP with 24 points, while Irah Jaboneta added 20 points.
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