De La Salle University is finding its rhythm at just the right time.
After a rocky start to UAAP Season 87, the Lady Spikers roared back with a four-game winning streak, showcasing their renewed focus and determination as they stormed into solo third place.
Ramil de Jesus believes this streak reflects the Lady Spikers’ improved ability to stay locked in during matches.
Their commanding win against FEU was the biggest testament to La Salle’s growth, delivering an impressive 25-17, 25-20, 25-22 sweep to cap the first round.
“Actually, ito yung isa sa mga gusto kong makita sa kanila. So, hopefully magtuloy-tuloy and once nakitaan ko sila ng ganitong galaw, hahanapin ko sa kanila lagi yun every game,” said De Jesus, who has guided the Lady Spikers to 12 championships.
“Sa nakita ko ngayon, well-focused sila hanggang sa matapos yung third set, andoon yung focus.”
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Angel Canino willingly took a backseat in scoring, contributing 10 points, while Shevana Laput led the charge with 22 points. Alleiah Malaluan added 12 in the 81-minute affair.
For the Season 85 MVP, this upward trend is exactly what they need heading into the second round, with hopes of continuous improvement.
“I think na nasa tamang path naman na kami. Pero at the same time, gaya nga ng sinasabi namin lagi na every game, may nakukuha kaming bagong lesson para makatulong din maka-improve sa team. Nandoon na kami, pero mas may ilalabas pa kami,” said Canino.
“Gaya nga ng sinasabi ni coach, parang mas focused yung team ngayon [at] parang mas eager yung team ngayon. Na-mention din nila na mas gutom kami na manalo ngayon kahit na shaky yung start namin, gusto pa rin namin patunayan na meron kaming pangalan na dinadala.”
La Salle’s only losses came at the hands of last season’s finalists, National University and University of Santo Tomas.
#WATCH: Coach Ramil de Jesus praises Shev Laput, Angel Canino, and the DLSU Lady Spikers for sticking to the game plan despite limited preparation
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