May 03, 2025

Amil Pacinio, Ateneo eager for strong rebound, opening round finish in UE clash

Amil Pacinio, Ateneo eager for strong rebound, opening round finish in UE clash
The Ateneo Blue Eagles seek to end with a winning record halfway through UAAP Season 87, facing the hapless UE Red Warriors. | Photo C: UAAP

Back to the drawing board are the Ateneo Blue Eagles.

The Katipunan-based squad look to avenge their recent loss to rivals La Salle as they take on the winless UE Red Warriors in the UAAP Season 87 men’s volleyball tournament, Saturday, March 15, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City. 

Tee time is at 9:00 a.m.

Ateneo failed to capitalize on a winning start, surrendering the final three sets en route to a third-straight head-to-head setback at the hands of DLSU Green Spikers.

Kennedy Batas produced yet another 20-point outing, logging 22 markers, but the Blue Eagles slipped to solo fifth place behind a 3-3 win-loss card. 

Jian Salarzon racked up 19 points and Amil Pacinio also reached the double-digit scoring mark with 14.

Ateneo is currently holding a 26-game winning streak over UE with their last loss came in Season 70 way back in 2008.

(With reports from Pao Ambat)

[Editor's note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital with the help of AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]

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