DLSU Demolished UP

Abegail Maraño had 18 points including 2 blocks to lead the powerhouse Dela Salle University Lady Spikers beat the hard fighting University of the Philippines Lady Maroons in the 2nd match up on the ongoing UAAP Season 73 Women's Volleyball Tournament Wednesday clash with a superb 25-17, 25-12, 25-13 triumph.

DLSU frontliner Jacq "the Jacq-hammer"Alarca made seven straight service aces in the 2nd set that nailed the Lady Maroons in only 4 points, making it 15-4. From there, the disoriented UP managed to fight back with three straight points before the "Sweet Face Assassin", Stephanie Mercado took control of the Lady Spikers' rally to seal the set.

Bench Ace Alexa Tan made three straight service Aces late in the 3rd set that saw UP struggle for more as the DLSU rookies throttled the Lady Maroons' first six.

Araneta and Ramos forefront the UP attacks and defensive stuff but got little support from the others.

It's 11:47pm at gising pa ako. Insomnia yata. Kaya ginawan ko ng mga monicker ang mga idol ko sa DLSU. Hehe. Noon at ngayon.

Michelle Carolino-Thunderbolt

Michelle Datuin-Sgt. D

Mayette Carolino-Miss Velocity

Cha Cruz-Spike Machine

Jacq Alarca-Jacqhammer

Manilla Santos-Capt. Braveheart

Carla Llaguno-Lady Quality

Relea Saet-The Manipulator

Maureen Penetrante-The Wall

Celine Hernandez-The Great Cel

Melissa Gohing-The Windbreaker

Sharmaine Miles Peñano-Mighty Pen

Desiree Hernandez-Perfect Desire

Ma. Klarissa Martinez-Ms. Kinetic

Stephanie Mercado- Baby face Silencer

Why Take Drugs if You Can Play Volleyball?

It has been recorded that in the Philippines, drug abuse is a common, topnotch social problem. It s a disease with no cure. It s sad to know that its very victims are the youth, the said hope of the fatherland stated by the Filipinos national hero, Dr. Jose P. Rizal.

Imagine, when a young girl, 14 years of age, takes on drugs? What will be the future of her? There will be nothing left. Her life will become miserable, pathetic and violent. Because, as we know, metamphetamine hydrochloride or shabu and marijuana- the main predators in the Philippines- can cause psychotic disorders which will eventually lead to self-destruction.

Not only the victim will be harmed, but the people around her, the friends, the family who care.
The family, as the foundation of the society has the great influence to the youth. Let us encourage them to fight against it, to shun away from drug abuse.

Why take on drugs when you can play volleyball? Let us remind them.

Sports is a worthwhile activity- like volleyball. It enhances ourselves, physically and mentally. It swings us away from loneliness and depression which are the common denominators of drug abuse. Encourage our youth to engage in volleyball. They can meet new friends, build confidence and can make a difference for a brighter future- away from the annihilation of the illegal drugs!

Let us unite to save our youth. Stop drug abuse. Play volleyball!

2010 UAAP WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL SEASON 72 HARDCOURT BEAUTIES

The 2010 UAAP Season 72 Women s Volleyball is over. University Sto. Tomas Tigresses has captured the crown. My favorite team, De La Salle University Lady Spikers placed 2nd. It s an unfortunate event, at least for me and all DLSU fans, but I still salute them for giving us a great season. No bitter times, animo!
Now, the season is over, may I remind you again... And again, I have this urge to list the names of the players that- in my own eyes and mind- made an impact.

In random orders, here it goes:

University of Sto. Tomas Tigresses:

Angeli Tabaquiero, Maika Ortiz, Santiago (i forgot her name; i ve been out of sync lately), Rhea Dimaculangan

DeLa Salle University Lady Spikers: Stephanie Mercado, Cha Cruz, Jacq Alarca, Melissa Gohing and Joanne Siy

Ateneo de Manila University Lady Blue Eagles: Bea Pascual, Gretchen Ho, Dzi Gervacio, Kara Acevedo, Jam Ferrer and Fille Cainglet

Adamson University Lady Falcons: Angela Benting, Lizlee Gata, Pau Soriano and Jill Gustilo

Far Eastern University: Cherry Vivas, Shaira Gonzales, Monique Tiangco and Linor Jose

University of the East Lady Warriors: Dawis, Rosale (I forgot the names, again...)

University of the Philippines Lady Maroons: South Ramos

National University Lady Bulldogs: give me a name, come on! It s on the tip of my tongue

There they go. Pardon me, I can t stop talking about Women's volleyball!

De La Salle University Lady Spikers

Regine Diego
#1
setter/libero
HT: 5′4″
Nov. 17, 1989
4th year
BS-PSYC De La Salle Lipa

Ma. Klarissa Martinez

#2

setter

HT: 5′5″

June 6, 1988

5th year

BS-CIV-STE

OB Montessori Inc.

Jacqueline Alarca
#3
center spiker
HT: 5′9 1/2″
May 13, 1988
5th year
AB-PHM
Tanza National Comprehensive High School

Stephanie Mercado

# 4

open spiker

HT: 5′8″

7/1/1989

5th year

IBS-MMG

St. Bridget School, QC

Melissa Gohing
#5
libero
 HT: 5′3″
October 22, 1991
2nd year
AB-PHM
Hope Christian High School

Elisa Camille Cerveza

#6

center spiker

HT: 5′8″

July 1, 1989

4th year

AB-OCM

Makati Hope Christian School

Michele Theresa Gumabao
#7
open spiker
HT: 5′9″
September 2, 1992
1st year
BSA
School of the Holy Spirit, QC

Isabella Lepping

#8

open spiker

HT: 5′6″

10/8/1991

2nd year

AB-ISE
St. James Academy, Malabon

Ma. Carmel Garbin
#9
setter
HT: 5′7″
September 1, 1992
1st year
AB-ISE
Hope Christian High School

Abigail Marano

#10

open/ center spiker

HT: 5′7″

December 22, 1992

1st year
AB-SPM

Don Antonio Zuzuarregui Sr. Memorial Academy

Charleen Abigaile Cruz
#11
all except libero
HT: 5′8″
May 11, 1988
3rd year
BS-PSYC

Emeli Loraine Zuno

#12

utility spiker

HT: 5′7″

February 6, 1991

3rd year

AB-ISE
De La Salle Lipa

Clarisse FrancescaYeung
#15
center/ utility spiker
HT: 5′ 8 1/2″
December 14, 1991
1st year
BS-Bchem
Immaculate Concepcion Academy

Joanne Siy

#16

utility spiker

HT: 5′7″

March 3, 1992

1st year
AB-SPM

Philippine Institute of Quezon City

Head Coach: Ramil de Jesus
Asst Coach: Noel Orcullo
Trainer: Chie Saet

Source: http://www.greenarchers.ph/

UAAP SEASON 72 SEMIS

It's been a while since i've posted here... Now, obviously i'm posting... Hehe...

The UAAP Season 72 Women's Volleyball Tournament is at its Seifinal round: De La Salle University Lady Spikers, the legue-leader, will face Adamson University Lady Falcons. While 2nd seed University of Sto. Tomas Tigresses will duel Ateneo De Manila University Lady Blue Eagles.

As I write this post, De La Salle and UST had drew first blood against their respective opponents.

DLSU v.s. ADAMSON

DLSU, with a 13-1 win-loss card entering the Semis, is sure to be heavily favored over Adamson which showed unstable performances during the eliminations. With firepowers like Stephanie Mercado, Jacq Alarca, Melissa Gohing and Cha Cruz along with super rookies- Siy and Maraño, the Lady Spikers are out to prove that they are invincible.

But, known for their "never-say-die" attitude, Adamson Lady Falcons will sure to unload another surprise attacks with Angela Benting and Jill Gustilo on the front alongside with Pau Soriano.

UST v.s. ATENEO

UST is a common candidate every season. With Angeli back on the roster, they are stronger. The surprising side,however, Ateneo is on the conquest. Not getting into the playoffs for the last tours, the Lady Eagles came out strong and more determined.

Fille Cainglet has improved a lot. Gretchen Ho, Dzi Gervacio and Bea Pascual unloaded "astig" performance to lead Ateneo on its stint. Now, UST will have to prepare more than they should be.

The war for supremacy is at hand!