San Beda spikers rally to nip Arellano

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MANILA—San Beda fought back from two sets down to outlast Arelllano U, 14-25, 24-26, 25-21, 26-24, 15-11, in the seniors division of the LBC Men’s Volleyball League over the weekend. The Lions roared back behind the power-hitting troika of Brenzo Capate, Jay Loria and Gilbert Ablan, who combined for 47 hits, as the Mendiola-based squad bounced back into contention with a 2-2 card. San Beda also dealt Arellano U’s first defeat after the Chiefs opened with back-to-back victories in Seniors B of the league sponsored by LBC Hari ng Padala. Capate posted 14 kills and five blocks while Loria unloaded 12 hits and backed Capate in defense with four blocks. In juniors play, University of Santo Tomas overpowered Mayamot NHS, 25-14, 25-21, to remain unscathed in the tournament backed by Shakey’s Pizza, Toby’s Sports, Dunkin Donuts, Mikasa and Asics. Gyro Garcia scored 12 hits and six blocks while setter Angelo Tiongson kept the team’s offense flowing as the Tiger Cubs seized the lead in Juniors B at 2-0. Mayamot High its first loss in three matches.