February 16, 2025

Can John Gay, Adamson draw first blood against Ateneo to open UAAP Season 87?

Can John Gay, Adamson draw first blood against Ateneo to open UAAP Season 87?
With a new head coach, John Gay and the Adamson Soaring Falcons are eager to spread their wings to success this Season 87. | Photo (c) Cignal/One Sports

New season, new system, but the same goal for Adamson.

The Soaring Falcons make their Season 87 debut in the curtain-raiser against the Ateneo Blue Eagles in the UAAP men’s volleyball tournament on Sunday, February 16, at the Mall of Asia Arena.

Match time is at 9:00 a.m.

After finishing 4-10 last season and missing the Final Four for the second straight year, Adamson is eager to rise from the cellar and take first blood in this year’s campaign. 

Behind new head coach Raffy Mosuela, the Soaring Falcons are hoping to make their tactical changes work from the get-go — opting for Jude Aguilar to play as an opposite spiker instead of a middle blocker, while Marc Pauliano transitions from an outside hitter to opposite.

Setter Laurence Domingo is also expected to take on a bigger leadership role in orchestrating the Falcons’ offense.

As added motivation, Adamson lost its final Season 86 game against Ateneo and should be eager to bounce back. 

Can the Soaring Falcons clip the Blue Eagles' wings early? 

(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.]

We use cookies to ensure you the best experience on our website. For more information, click FIND OUT MORE.