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UAAP: UST wards off Adamson behind Poyos’ career-best, bags Final 4 slot
The University of Santo Tomas (UST) Golden Tigresses have secured a Final Four berth in the UAAP Season 86 women's volleyball tournament after defeating Adamson University.
Rookie Angge Poyos set a new record for a first-year player in the Final Four era with an impressive 31 points, achieved through 27 attacks, three aces, and one block.
This crucial victory came as a comeback for UST following their first loss of the season against National University (NU).
Poyos expressed gratitude for the team's resilience and her ability to contribute after the previous defeat.
Jonna Perdido and Regina Jurado were also key contributors for UST, each scoring 12 points.
The Golden Tigresses improved their standing to 9-1, while Adamson University's record dropped to 2-7.
Head coach Kung Fu Reyes attributed the team's success and their third consecutive semifinal appearance to thorough preparation.
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