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Ateneo ends UAAP men's volleyball campaign with victory over UE
The Ateneo Blue Eagles concluded their UAAP Season 87 men's volleyball campaign with a five-set victory against the University of the East Red Warriors, with set scores of 18-25, 22-25, 26-24, 25-22, and 15-12.
This win completed a reverse sweep for Ateneo after losing the first two sets, with the team overcoming a 12-16 deficit in the third set to shift the momentum.
Amil Pacinio Jr. led Ateneo with 18 points, while Kennedy Batas contributed 17 points, 19 receptions, and six digs.
Jian Matthew Salarzon added 16 points and 23 receptions, and Jettlee Gopio chipped in 11 points, including four blocks.
Captain-libero Lance de Castro had 13 digs and 12 receptions in his final game for Ateneo.
The Blue Eagles finished the season in fifth place with a 7-7 record, marking the third consecutive season they achieved this standing.
Despite the loss, UE rookies Roy Piojo and Raquim Aceron scored 22 and 19 points respectively for the winless Red Warriors.
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