The Philippines makes quick work of Macau in its opening match in the AVC Challenge Cup for Women.
MANILA, Philippines – The Philippines aced its first test in the AVC Challenge Cup for Women in Indonesia and advanced to the quarterfinals after a 25-14, 25-12, 25-9 whipping of Macau on Monday, June 19.
Nisperos – who now plays for the Akari Chargers in the PVL – delivered 11 points off 8 attacks and 3 aces, while her former Ateneo Blue Eagles teammate AC Miner tallied 10 points built on 7 attacks, 2 blocks, and 1 ace. Macau still led 4-3 at the start of the third set before a Nisperos ace sparked a blazing 14-2 run that gave the Philippines a commanding 17-6 lead.
Back-to-back points cut the Macau deficit to 8-17, but the Philippines won eight of the next nine points to close out the swift win, with Erika Raagas and Eli Soyud providing the finishing touches.
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