Alabang, Eastridge boost Federation League bids

MANILA, Philippines - Alabang swept Royal Northwoods in a duel of former champions while title-hungry Eastridge clobbered Sta. Elena to stay in the hunt after Week 6 of the Men’s Federation League matches in various venues recently.

Alabang hacked out a couple of 4-1 wins over Northwoods in their home-and-away clash to seize the upperhand with 12 points in Group 2, stretching its streak to four games after dropping its opening series to Orchard.

Eastridge boosted its stock as a title contender as it dominated power-packed Sta. Elena squad, posting eight wins and two draws to tie defending champion Wack Wack for the lead in Group 1 at 10 points.

Wack Wack edged Tagaytay Highlands at home, 3-2, then scored a 5-0 romp on the road to firm up its own campaign for the knockout rounds.

The twin losses by Northwoods allowed Orchard to tie it at second at 9 points as the Dasmariñas, Cavite team managed to square its match with Valley of Antipolo. Valley won at home, 4-1, but Orchard fought back with its own 3-2 squeaker in its hosting turn.

Canlubang remained on top of Group 3 after a 4-1 domination of a visiting Sherwood Hills in the first half of their matchup. The Laguna team now has 12 points, three up on Riviera which blasted Mimosa 4.5-.5 at its home course in Silang, Cavite.