The College of Arts and Social Sciences’ (CASS) Cassanova men’s volleyball team delivered another commanding performance after defeating the College of Health Sciences’ (CHS) Riptide in straight sets, 25-22, 25-18, during the PALAKASAN 2026 pre-games held on March 17 at the Multi-Purpose Hall.
With webs of precision and wave-like defense, both teams entered the court with determination, each aiming to dominate the match and secure another win.
The Cassanova Arachnids struck first, but the Riptide Sharks quickly answered with consecutive points, setting the tone for a tightly contested opening. The match saw both teams exchanging rallies, each refusing to give the other a clear advantage as they gradually built their rhythm.
As the first set progressed, the Arachnids maintained composure and consistency, weaving together strong offensive plays and controlled defense. Despite the Sharks’ efforts to keep the score close, they remained steady, eventually pulling away to close the set at 25-22.
The intensity carried over into the next set as both teams showed visible signs of fatigue, yet continued to push through the tension-filled match. Even with CHS’ resilience and steady attempts to keep up, CASS maintained control through coordinated attacks and solid defense, finishing the second set at 25-18 to secure the win.
In an interview with CASSayuran, Joshua Joseph Zamora, a third-year BA Sociology student and middle blocker, admitted that the team’s performance did not fully meet their expectations despite the win.
“Even though we won, we were not satisfied with how we played today. There were a lot of lapses, especially in our communication. We know we are strong individually, but we still need to improve as a team,” he said.
Meanwhile, Jann Symon Tabug, a second-year BA History student and open spiker, expressed confidence in the team’s ability to carry their momentum into the next rounds.
“I believe we can continue this winning streak in the next games, especially in the semifinals. We are focused on training because we know we are not yet at our best. There is still more that we can offer in the upcoming matches,” Tabug shared, adding that the team is also working on resolving minor conflicts off the court to strengthen their chemistry.
The match highlighted both the strengths and areas for growth of the CASS squad, as they continue to refine their coordination and consistency.
As the competition progresses, all eyes remain on the Cassanova Arachnids to see how far their web of strategy and teamwork can take them in this year’s PALAKASAN tournament.
Written by Xercys Nicolle Awa
Photos by Andrea Karla Deligero and Sheizel Ann Gomez
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