The Ateneo Blue Eagles secured the University Athletic Association of the Philippines Season 89 badminton team event championship by defeating the National University Lady Bulldogs 3-1 in the finals on October 28 at Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong, according to match reports.
Ateneo Seals Dynasty With 3-1 Finals Victory Over NU
The championship victory brings Ateneo’s gold medal haul and pushes their total to 15 points at the top of the overall standings. National University follows in second place with 12 points, while the University of the Philippines sits third with 10 points in the UAAP table.
Early Singles Matches Split Momentum in Mandaluyong
National University struck first when Sab Amora defeated Arkeexa Ojera in straight sets, 21-5, 21-5, utilizing powerful smashes and decisive drop shots to control the opening match. Ateneo team captain Althea Ocampo leveled the tie in the second singles encounter, overcoming Karyll Rio 21-15, 20-22, 21-12 after a tense three-set battle that went to extra points in the second frame.
[First Doubles]BACK IN FRONTThe Blue Eagles go on a 4-0 run to surge aheadSingles Score: Ateneo 13 NU 12Set Score: Ateneo 0 NU 0Team Tie Score: Ateneo 0 NU 2#AteneoBadminton#OneBigFight#UAAPSeason89 pic.twitter.com/2napH9TdWV
Blue Eagles Take Control in Doubles Action
Daena Castro and Andrea Hernandez put Ateneo ahead by taking the first doubles match against Hailene Reeze Diaz and Naomi Gulpani. After dropping the first set 12-21, the Ateneo pair rebounded to take the next two 21-18, 21-10. Althea Hernandez and Angel Valle then clinched the team title in the second doubles by defeating Bualat and De Leon 14-21, 21-19, 21-8, rallying from a first-set loss to secure the decisive third point.
Individual Tournament Prepares for October 30 Start
With the team event concluded, attention turns to the individual competition scheduled to begin on October 30, where the Blue Eagles will attempt to secure additional titles and extend their run in Season 89.
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