UNIVERSITY of the Philippines notched its first victory of the season and kept University of the East winless, 22-25, 25-18, 25-19, 25-20, in the UAAP Season 85 women's volleyball tournament on Sunday at the Mall of Asia Arena.
The Fighting Maroons get on the win column after two losses, while the Lady Red Warriors slip to 0-3.
Niña Ytang had a season-high 20 points on 12 attacks, seven blocks, and one ace for UP.
"Nakikita po namin kanina na nahihirapan po kami kaya gusto ko po talaga tumulong sa team at mag-lead para ma-push 'yung panalo namin ngayon," said Ytang.
Consistent scoring ace Stephanie Bustrillo also had another double-digit performance with 16 markers.
Skipper Ja Lana paced Lady Red Warriors with 14 points as Vanessa Bangayan scored 13.
UP takes on reigning champion National University as UE's hunt for an opening win continues versus La Salle on Wednesday.
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