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UST remains unbeaten in SSL Collegiate Pre-Season Championship
The University of Santo Tomas (UST) Golden Tigresses defeated the Letran Lady Knights in three sets, maintaining their undefeated record in the Shakey's Super League (SSL) Collegiate Pre-Season Championship.
This victory spoiled the debut of Letran's new coach, Oliver Almadro.
UST secured their second straight win in Pool A with set scores of 25-21, 25-23, and 25-14, dominating the final set after two close opening sets.
Rookie Angeline Poyos led the Golden Tigresses with 13 points, including 11 attacks, an ace, and a block.
Other contributors to UST's offense included Xyza Gula with nine points, setter Cassie Carballo with seven points including four aces, and Regina Jurado and Kyla Cordora, who also scored seven points each.
Coach Kungfu Reyes expressed that the team is not yet satisfied and needs to elevate their performance despite the win.
The win strengthens UST's position as they aim for a quarterfinal spot in the tournament, with one preliminary round game remaining.
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