Final Four contender FEU will attempt to gain ground on the rest of the field in UAAP Season 87 as they seek a 2-0 start against UP on Wednesday.
Riding the momentum of a stunning season opener, the FEU Lady Tamaraws look to keep their strong start going as they take on the UP Fighting Maroons in UAAP Season 87 action on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan.
FEU turned heads in its first game, taking down last year’s finalists UST in four sets behind a balanced attack led by Faida Bakanke’s 16 points. Three other Lady Tamaraws also hit double figures, showcasing the team’s depth and firepower early in the season.
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Meanwhile, UP had a roller-coaster start, nearly squandering a 2-0 lead before escaping UE in five sets.
Joan Monares delivered 17 points, while rookie Kianne Olango chipped in 15, but the Fighting Maroons will need a more consistent effort to keep pace with an FEU looking to fight for the title this season.
With both squads at 1-0, this matchup will test FEU’s ability to sustain early success and UP’s resilience against tougher competition.
Can the Lady Tamaraws impose their will once more, or will the Fighting Maroons prove they can close out another gritty battle?
The fight for a perfect start continues starting 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday.
(With reports from Luisa Morales)
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[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.]