Pajo belles log second win in Shakey's volleyball

CEBU, Philippines - Pajo National High School (PNHS) coasted to its second straight victory at the expense of host Davao City National High School in the 9th Shakey’s Volley League Tournament of Champions yesterday in Davao City.

The Pajo belles under the tutelage of Fr. Rolando T. Manayon clubbed the Davaoeños in straight sets, 25-20, 25-22, 25-16. The pride of Lapu-Lapu City earlier swept De La Salle-Lipa, 25-19, 25-19, 25-10.

Among those who figured prominently in Pajo's triumph were the multi-awarded Gretchel Soltones, Danica Yonson, Apple Rueles, Lovely Marie Murillo, Denisse Franciska Lim and Jessa Jorquia.

Pajo faces a tall order today as it takes on its toughest rival Hope Christian School, which outsteadied Davao City NHS in four sets last Wednesday,25-15, 24-26, 25-17, 26-24.

In the other game, Holy Family Academy smashed Baguio City National High School, 25-16, 26-24, 25-20.

The top two teams after the single round elimination will clash in the crossover semis, with the winners disputing the crown in the event backed by Toby’s, Mikasa and Asics. (FREEMAN)