The College of Arts and Social Sciences (CASS) Cassanova men’s volleyball team showcased grit and determination, securing a silver finish after a four-set finals match against the College of Education - Integrated Developmental School (CED-IDS) Cedrix ft. Fynxie in PALAKASAN 2026 on Friday, April 24 at the Institute Gymnasium.
The Spider-Trolls opened the game with intensity, matching the Phoenix-Trolls point for point in the first set. However, late-set miscues and the opponents’ steady execution allowed CED-IDS to pull away, handing CASS a 20-25 setback.
The second set followed a similar pattern, as the Spider-Trolls struggled to fully contain the Phoenix-Trolls’ offense. Though flashes of strong rallies and defensive stops were evident, CASS ultimately dropped the set, 25-21, placing them at a 0-2 disadvantage.
Facing elimination, the Cassanova Spider-Trolls responded with renewed energy in the third set. Backed by solid defensive plays and better communication on the court, CASS seized control and secured the set, 25-22, reigniting their bid for gold.
The fourth set proved to be the defining moment of the match as CASS refused to yield, engaging in a fierce back-and-forth exchange with CED-IDS.
Each point was hard-earned as CASS pushed beyond regulation and threatened to extend the match to a deciding fifth set. Despite their efforts, crucial points slipped away in the closing stretch, and the CED-IDS narrowly edged them out, 28-26.
Team Captain Khean Reaver Concepcion shared that through hard training, communication, courage, and trusting in the Lord, they were able to reach the championship round.
“Thankful kaayo ko ani na team. Dako kog pasalamat kay naabot mi ani nga championship na match. Wala pud mi nag-expect na maabot mi ani kay daghan kaayo’g kusog nga [colleges],” he expressed.
This match stood as a testament to the CASSanova Spider-Trolls’ effort, defined not by the final scoreline but by their refusal to back down and determination to compete until the very last point.
Written by Rona Marie Julaica Alison
Proofread by Andrea Ross Sedero
Photos by Sheizel Ann Gomez
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