UST tries to accomplish what the previous seven teams have failed to do: defeat the league-leading, unbeaten FEU Tamaraws this UAAP Season 87.
Already on a season-worst two-game skid, UST is looking to avoid putting themselves in a much deeper hole.
The Golden Spikers are now the latest in the line of teams trying to end the no. 1 FEU Tamaraws’ unbeaten start, as the two squads collide in the second round UAAP Season 87 men’s volleyball tournament Sunday, March 23, at the Mall of Asia Arena, Pasay City.
Match time is at 11:00 a.m.
After winning four straight-games, UST stumbled in the last two games to end round 1, most recently losing to Finals tormentor NU Bulldogs.
Two-time MVP Josh Ybañez racked up 17 points in a losing effort for the Golden Spikers, while Jayrack Dela Noche added 16 markers.
JJ Macam submitted 15 points of his own and Trevor Valera added 10, but UST dropped to 4-3 after the opening round, sharing the third spot with the Ateneo Blue Eagles and the DLSU Green Spikers.
With a logjam in the standings, the Golden Spikers will be eager to score their biggest win of the season as they try to create separation entering the most crucial part of the Final Four race.
(With reports from Pao Ambat)
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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.]