Lyceum blanks EAC for share of 2nd in NCAA volleyball

Lyceum Lady Pirates. Photo by Bong Lozada

Lyceum marched on to the New Year with a convincing three-set victory over hapless Emilio Aguinaldo College, 25-20, 25-23, 25-20, in the NCAA Season 90 women’s volleyball tournament Wednesday at San Juan Arena.

The Lady Pirates upped their record to 5-1, joining defending champion St. Benilde at second seed behind the unbeaten leader San Sebastian, which holds a 7-0 slate.

Despite the win, the Lady Pirates head coach Emil Lontoc was not at all satisfied with how his team played, citing his team’s inexperience in handling pressure-packed scenarios.

“I think we should step up more because I can’t see the things we see in practice during our games,” said Lontoc who has four rookies in his lineup.

“I can say that my players are still inexperienced.”

Lyceum enjoyed a three-pronged attack from captain Cherilyn Sindayen, Pauline Orros, and Christine Miralles who all had 12 points while La Rainne Fabay added 10 points.

Jaylene Lumbo was the lone bright spot for the 0-6 Lady Generals as she finished with 11 points.