MANILA, Philippines—Defending champion National University picked up its second straight win after repulsing De La Salle, 23-25, 25-22, 25-23, 25-18, in the UAAP Season 81 men’s volleyball tournament Wednesday at Filoil Flying V Center.
The Bulldogs improved to a 2-1 record and tied University of Santo Tomas at the second spot.
Bryan Bagunas lit up for 27 points for the defending champions with Madzlan Gampong and Francis Saura pitching in 15 and 11 points, respectively.
Geraint Bacon led the Green Spikers, who dropped to a 0-3 record, with 16 points.
In the other game, Adamson University remained spotless after sweeping University of the East, 25-19, 25-19, 25-23.
The Soaring Falcons tied Far Eastern University at the top with identical 3-0 records.
Paolo Pablico led Adamson with 15 points while Leo Miranda added 11.
Lloyd Josafat had 13 points for the Red Warriors.