Magas beat Swingers in two straight sets, 21-18; 21-18, but their victory was not without encountering heavy spikes from the much experienced athletes.
Magas capitalized on simple volley exchange, while Swingers used every opportunity to attack the net and spike the ball for some points.
Magas survived the barrage of offense by the Swingers as they tried hard to save the ball on their side of the court.
Magas Delena Alban was one of the point-person for her team who tried to spear a return to Swingers.
Team Bonafide took home third place and the Sportsmanship Award (Girls’ 18-under).
Meanwhile, Team Mak’Po of the Boys’ 18-under category won over Bratz in three sets, 10-21; 21-19; 21-15.
Showing fierce strength, Mak’Po took every chance it had to make a sharp hit at the ball down to the Bratz’ court.
For a while, Bratz stepped up to answer Mak’Po’s volley, but the latter was determined to block their shots.
Several forced errors contributed to Bratz’ lose in the match.
In the end, Mak’Po came out championship.
Mak’Po also grabbed the Sportsmanship Award.
At the 14-under (Co-Ed category), Eagles won over Terns, 15-21; 21-13; 15-21.
Geckos won third place and the Sportsmanship Award for the 14-under Co-Ed.
The recent SAPTember Youth Volleyball Tournament was organized by the Community Guidance Center of the Department of Public Health, through Becky Covarrubias, the sports coordinator.
“I was very pleased with the turnout of this tournament. All the athletes played well and were very cooperative! I am so appreciative of all the help and assistance from Ada Gym, and all the volunteers who helped: referees, call lines, and scoreboard operators. The success of the tournament was due in part to the athletes and volunteers!” Covarrubias stated.
Earlier she pointed out problems on the lack of volunteer referees and not enough teams for the tournament.
Three teams joined the 14 (Co-Ed) and Girls’ 18-under categories, and four teams participated in the Boys’ 18-under.
Covarrubias thanked all the young players, coaches, referees, and other people who helped organize the event.
