The gutsy UE Lady Warriors will look for an early upset against the UST Golden Tigresses for their first win in UAAP Season 87.
After a valiant five-set effort in their season opener, the UE Lady Warriors look to turn promise into victory when they battle the UST Golden Tigresses this Saturday, February 22, at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan.
Despite falling short against UP, the Lady Warriors showed resilience, pushing the Fighting Maroons to the limit. Khy Cepada led the efforts early.
UE’s young squad proved they could fight, but now they’ll need to take the next step—closing out games. With multiple key departures in the offseason, every match is a chance to redefine their identity.
On the other side, UST, last season’s finalists, suffered a four-set loss to FEU and are still adjusting to injuries within their core. The Tigresses remain a formidable force, but their vulnerability presents an opportunity for UE to pounce.
With both teams at 0-1, expect UE to come out aggressive as they chase their first win—and a statement victory over one of the league’s traditional powerhouses.
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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.]