Ateneo de Manila University snapped a five-game losing streak at the expense of the winless University of the East, 25-23, 25-19, 29-27, at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion.
The Lady Warriors threatened to extend the match after building a 24-22 lead in the third set. However, consecutive points from Ana Hermosura and Jlo Delos Santos leveled the score at 24-all.
Ateneo briefly regained the advantage at 27-26, only for UE to respond following a service error by KC Cortez. The Lady Warriors’ hopes faded after an attack error by Van Bangayan, before Delos Santos sealed the victory with an ace.
Donna De Leon led Ateneo with 14 points, while Jihan Chuatico added 12. Hermosura contributed 11 points along with 11 receptions.
For UE, Cepada paced the Lady Warriors with 18 points, 13 receptions, and 11 digs, while Bangayan added 12 points.
With the victory, Ateneo improved to a 2-11 record, while UE concluded its campaign without a win.
In the men’s division earlier, the University of the East defeated Ateneo, 25-16, 22-25, 25-18, 25-22.
The Red Warriors closed their season with a 4-10 record, while Final Four-bound Ateneo slipped to 7-6.
Raquim Aceron tallied 23 points and 18 receptions, while Roy Gabriel Pojo also finished with 23 points. Xjhann Camaymayan added 14 markers.
Jian Salarzon recorded 20 points and 19 receptions, while Amil Pacinio Jr. contributed 14 points for Ateneo.
Ateneo de Manila University
Ateneo de Manila University is a private Jesuit research university in Quezon City, Philippines. Founded in 1859, it is one of the country’s oldest and most prestigious educational institutions, known for its rigorous liberal arts curriculum and its prominent role in shaping national leaders. The university was relocated several times, most notably after its original Intramuros campus was destroyed during World War II, before settling at its current Loyola Heights campus.
University of the East
The University of the East (UE) is a major private university in the Philippines, founded in Manila in 1946 in the post-war period to provide accessible education. It has since grown into a large university system with multiple campuses, known for producing notable alumni in fields like law, business, and politics.
UST Quadricentennial Pavilion
The UST Quadricentennial Pavilion, commonly called the “Quadricentennial Pavilion” or “Q-Pav,” is a multi-purpose indoor arena on the campus of the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines. It was constructed in 2011 to commemorate the university’s 400th anniversary, making it a modern landmark celebrating UST’s status as Asia’s oldest existing university.
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The UAAP (University Athletic Association of the
Ateneo de Manila University
The Ateneo de Manila University is a private Jesuit research university founded in 1859 by Spanish Jesuits as the Escuela Municipal de Manila. Originally located in Intramuros, it was destroyed in World War II and later reestablished in its current Loyola Heights campus in Quezon City. It is renowned for its rigorous liberal arts education and has produced many of the Philippines’ most prominent national figures, including José Rizal and numerous presidents.
University of the East
The University of the East (UE) is a prominent private university in the Philippines, founded in Manila in 1946 in the post-war period to provide accessible education. It has since grown into a major educational institution with multiple campuses, known for producing notable graduates in fields like law, business, and the arts.
UST Quadricentennial Pavilion
The UST Quadricentennial Pavilion, commonly called the “Quadricentennial Pavilion” or “Q-Pav,” is a multi-purpose indoor arena on the campus of the University of Santo Tomas in Manila, Philippines. It was constructed in 2011 to commemorate the university’s 400th anniversary, making it a modern landmark symbolizing UST’s long history as Asia’s oldest existing university, founded in 1611.
UAAP
The UAAP (University Athletic Association of the Philippines) is not a physical place but a major collegiate sports league in the Philippines. It was founded in 1938 by eight universities in Manila to promote sports excellence and camaraderie among member schools. Today, it is the country’s most prestigious university sports association, famously centered around the intense basketball rivalry between schools like Ateneo and La Salle.
University of Santo Tomas
The University of Santo Tomas (UST) in Manila, Philippines, is Asia’s oldest existing university, founded in 1611 by the Order of Preachers (Dominicans). It was originally established as the Colegio de Nuestra Señora del Santísimo Rosario and was granted university status by Pope Innocent X in 1645. Throughout its long history, it served as a center of learning during the Spanish colonial period and remained operational even during World War II, when its campus was used as an internment camp.
Intramuros
Intramuros is the historic walled city in Manila, Philippines, built by Spanish colonial authorities starting in the late 16th century. It served as the political, military, and religious center of Spanish rule for over 300 years. Although heavily damaged during World War II, it has been partially restored and remains a major cultural landmark showcasing Spanish-era architecture.
Loyola Heights
Loyola Heights is a residential and academic district in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines, best known as the home of the Ateneo de Manila University’s main campus. The area’s modern development and identity are closely tied to the university’s relocation there from its original Intramuros site after it was destroyed in World War II. Today, it is a prominent center for education and is also known for the adjacent Jesuit Loyola House of Retreats.
World War II
World War II was a global conflict from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world’s nations and resulting in unprecedented destruction and loss of life. It was primarily fought between the Axis powers (led by Germany, Italy, and Japan) and the Allies (led by the United Kingdom, the United States, the Soviet Union, and China). The war’s profound historical impact includes the Holocaust, the use of nuclear weapons, and the reshaping of the international order, leading to the establishment of the United Nations.
