For the ninth consecutive year, the
Intramurals 2016
COE seals 9-year dynasty
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Wizards dominate Intrams 16 Opening
Garbed in their Peafrancia Festival-inspired attires,
the Wizards from the College of Natural
Sciences and Mathematics (CNSM)
dominated the first two major events, the Parade
and Mass Dance competition, early on inthis years
celebration of Intramurals and 43rd Foundation
Anniversary, October 9.
T
his 50-point win made the college the leading team
on the first day of the annual event, beating eight
other colleges and the Senior High School for the
said competitions.
During the Parade, the Wizards marched on the streets
of the university with their Mass Dance participants in
front who were already in their costumes while the rest of
them were wearing their official college shirts. This year,
each college also prepared an arch to better represent their
respective colleges and the Wizards didnt fail to impress
the judges. Their occasional yell, Kudos Salamangkeros!
added to the energy and vigor of the team.
Further, the Wizards continued to prove their supremacy
as they battled for the first spot in the Mass Dance
competition. Dancing to the song, Haypa the participants
awed the crowd with their own choreography and
interpretation but it was the participants from CNSM who
drew the loudest cheer.
But the day wasnt yet over for the Wizards for they also
gained points later in the evening during the Miss MSU
2016 pageant where both representatives of the college
Asteegs of the College of Engineering (COE)
have proven again their excellence and supremacy
in the various fields of sports, literary, musical, and academic
competitions as they bagged the Overall Championship title for this
years week-long celebration of Mindanao State University-
General Santos Citys (MSU-GSC) 43rd Founding Anniversary
and Intramurals, October 9-14, 2016 Writer
W
ith a total of 558 points which gave them a 101-point lead from
its long-time rivals, the Reapers from the College of Agriculture
(COA), the Asteegs re-emerged victorious but with more advantage
in terms of points now owing to the fact that last years competition between
these two colleges was so tight.
This overall championship title is driven by a number of events where the
Asteegs were able to outsmart their foes, placing them into the champions
place for the following sports events: Basketball (Women), Volleyball (Men),
Baseball, Chess (Men & Women), Sepak Takraw, and Taekwondo.
Further securing their continued reign are the Asteegs outstanding
performances during the Dance and Musical Night where they squeezed the
top spot for Lowland Dance, Contemporary, Retro Dance, and Duet Singing
competitions.
In Literary and Academic competitions, the Asteegs were also able to bag
champions place for Jazz Chant, Individual Quiz-Mathematics, Individual
Quiz-Science and Technology, and Team Quiz.
Meanwhile, ranking next to the COE are the Reapers from the COA with 457
total points followed by the Vanguards from the College of Social Sciences &
Humanities with 388 total points. The Mentors from the College of Education
settled in the 4th place with 334 total points and this years new MSU-
GSCs residents, the Senior High School managed to rank 5th among the 10
participating groups with 295 total points.
Other participating groups are the Tycoons from the College of Business
Administration & Accountancy, the Wizards from the College of Natural
Sciences & Mathematics, the Anglers from the College of Fisheries, the
College of Law, and the Graduate School. /Writer/
were able to make it to the Top 5 cut. Ranking next to the College of Social Science and Humanities (CSSH)
in the overall tally of points for this specific competition, the CNSM accumulated 17 points through the
victories of Jenny Ross Rabia and Mitzi Bless Rosete who were crowned as Miss MSU 2016- 1st Runner-
Up and Miss MSU 2016- Culture and The Arts Ambassadress respectively.
Meanwhile, securing the second spot in the parade were the Reapers from the College of Agriculture
representing Dinagyang Festival and the Asteegs from the College of Engineering representing Daragang
Magayon Festival settled in the same spot for the Mass Dance competition.
Completing the winners are the Mentors from the College of Education representing Baguios Panagbenga
Festival who ranked third in both competitions.
Other competing colleges and their represented festivals were the College of Business Administration &
Accountancy (Zamboangas Zamboanga Hermosa Festival), the College of Fisheries (Bacolods Masskara
Festival), the CSSH (Iloilos Ati-Atihan Festival), and the Senior High School (GenSans Kalilangan
Festival). /Writer/
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 CAPTION AA. This overall
championship title is driven by
a number of events where the
Asteegs were able to outsmart.
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No human beatbox in
Acapella tilt, 6 performers
disqualified
S
ix colleges were disqualified from the Quartet A
Capella Competition held at the Mindanao State
University-General Santos City gymnasium
during the fourth day of Intramurals 2016, October12,
for having included the use of human beatbox in their
performances.
This was after Prof. Rustum Pelima, one of the
organizers of the event, announced shortly before the said
competition that the use of human beatbox is prohibited.
The human voice cannot be used as an instrument. He
announced it at the stage after the first contestants of the
folk dance competition have finished their performance.
Shocked, the contestants and their mentors approached
the said professor and asked why it has not been in
the mechanics. They asked for his consideration in the
matter but to no avail. They have already prepared for the
said event and they said it would ruin their performance if
last minute changes were made. Some colleges adjusted
their performance while some continued to perform what
they rehearsed.
Ang problema kasi daw wala nag coordinate ang head
tsaka ang pinaka head pa talaga ng musical, said the
student who approached Sir Pelima.
There are two kinds of A Capella Quartet: Barbershop
and Collegiate Quartet. Barbershop quartet is the kind
of quartet that exhibits pure singing while the collegiate
quartet is a competition of college students competing as
a quartet. It was not specified in the mechanics whether
it was one of the two nor the use of human beatbox is
prohibited. It was a sudden change and the students were
disappointed in the facilitators as well as the organizers.
Writer
Manila, new Miss MSU
Trixie Anne Maureen Manila, representing the College of Social
Sciences and Humanities (CSSH), was crowned as Miss MSU 2016 during
the pageant night held at the University Gymnasium, October 9. Writer
A
s one of the highlights of the Intramurals, the annual pageant showcased
16 candidates from seven different colleges of the university and from the
recently established Senior High School program.
In the preliminary interview, Manila, 17, an AB English student, interpreted a
picture depicting a jeepney wading through a flood. She said that it symbolizes the
resilience of the Filipinos in the face of challenges.
She also impressed the crowd when she answered the final interview. Asked about
the possibility of the Philippines severing its ties with the United States under the
Duterte presidency, Manila said that our country must not be treated as the puppet
of the United States of America, emphasizing the Philippines independence and
sovereignty.
Answering the same final question, Keah Jowena Mamoca, also coming from the
CSSH and the AB English program, said that it is time for the Philippines to stand on
its own. With this, Mamoca won the second highest award, Miss MSU - Academic
Ambassadress 2016.
Meanwhile, the following are the other title holders: Mitzi Bless Rosete, from the
College of Natural Sciences and Humanities (CNSM), Miss MSU - Culture and Arts
Ambassadress 2016; Jenny Ross Rabia, also from the CNSM, Miss MSU 2016 1st
runner-up; Hannah Yuayan, from the Senior High School (SHS), Miss MSU 2016
2nd runner-up; and Deborah Lynn Agloro, from the College of Education (CoE), Miss
MSU 2016 3rd runner-up.
Stars invade Intrams 16
Several celebrities graced this years week-long celebration of
Intramurals and 43rd Foundation Anniversary of Mindanao State University-
General Santos City, October 9-14. Several celebrities graced this years week-
long celebration of Intramurals and 43rd Foundation Anniversary of Mindanao
State University-General Santos City, October 9-14. Writer
O
n the first day of the Intramurals, three personalities showed up as judges of the Miss
MSU 2016 pageant. First on the list is Wilbert Rosalyn, a singer from Davao del Sur and
one of the contestants of the show Pinoy Boyband Superstara Filipino reality singing
competition on ABS-CBN. Rosalyn also serenaded the candidates in the said pageant.
Next is Toni Alyessa Hipolito, a beauty queen from Davao City and was crowned as Miss Globe
International-Philippines 2015.
Janicel Jaranilla Lubina, a household help turned beauty queen from Palawan, Binibining
Pilipinas International 2015 and was one of the Top 10 finalists during the Miss International
2015 held in Japan last November 5, 2015 was the pageants chairman of the board of judges.
The next day of the Intramurals week was no less of celebrities. DJ Nia, a Manila-based DJ,
led the early party of the week, Monday night. With DJ Nia was Titus John Monterde, more
commonly known as TJ Monterde, a Filipino singer-composer from Cagayan de Oro City who
became known in the music scene with his songs Ikaw at Ako, Treat You Right, and Tulad
Mo.
Finally, Ella Cruz, an actress, product endorser, host, commercial & promotional model, and
dancer fired up the night with her dance production number. Cruz recently became popular when
an uploaded video of her dancing to Twerk It Like Miley turned viral in Youtube.
 LitMus, Academic Tilts ASTEEGs bag multiple wins
College of Engineering (COE), the ASTEEGs, after showcasing
unrivaled showmanship managed to frustrate their foes thereby
claiming most of the top posts in literary, musical, dance
and academic contests held in line with the annual university
Intramurals, October 11-12. Writer

F
or the dance contests, COE claimed three golds out of
four events after showcasing supremacy in Lowland,
Contemporary, and Retro Dance contests. Completing the
winners circle was the College of Agriculture who reaped the top
plum in Hiphop.
New comer Senior High School (SHS), Engineering, and
Agriculture shared wins in the musical events. Senior high school
bagged top post in Solo Singing and Acoustic, while Engineering
and Agriculture ended up with first place in Duet and Quartet
respectively.
On the other hand, the College of Business Administration
and Accountancy (CBA & A) sealed championship deal in
Pagsusulat ng Sanaysay and Debate; College of Social Sciences
and Humanities (CSSH) outwitted their rivals in Essay Writing in
English and Dagliang Talumpati; College of Agriculture (COA) grabbed
gold in Cosplay; COE earned championship honors in Jazz Chant; while
the SHS managed to squeeze top posts in Extemporaneous Speaking,
Oration, and Sabayang Pagbigkas.
Furthermore, ASTEEGs has once again cemented their legacy in
academic events. The future engineers squeezed three championship
honors in Individual Mathematics, Individual Science and Technology,
and Team Quiz while CSSH and SHS brought home one gold apiece in
Individual Language and Literature and Individual General Information,
respectively.
Other winners in the academic contests include College of Natural
Sciences and Mathematics (CNSM) Wizards who ended at the 2nd spot
in Team Quiz, and 3rd post in Individual Mathematics and Individual
Science and Technology; SHS landed 2nd place in Individual Science
and Technology, and 3rd in Team Quiz; College of Education (COEd)
who garnered 2nd place in Individual Mathematics and Individual
Language and Literature; while CBA & A landed 2nd in Individual
General Information.

CBAA tops Intrams
Debate tourney
The College of Business
Administration and Accountancy (CBAA)
Debate team composed of Kevin Autor and Regie
Delim managed to outsmart rivals in theDebate
Tournament, one of the major events of
this years Intramurals, Oct 11-12. Writer
In the final round of this years tournament, Autor and Delim argued as
the Closing Government team that President Rodrigo Duterte should be
prosecuted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for committing crimes
against humanity.
Extending the case of the government house, the CBAA team argued that ICC
has the authority and powers to prosecute Duterte for committing crimes against
humanity and that prosecution could actually be beneficial to both Duterte and
the Philippines.
Prosecution does not automatically mean conviction [] in fact, this
prosecution is a chance for Duterte to set the record straight and to clean his
name, Autor, member of the government house contended.
Meanwhile, the College of Social Sciences and Humanities (CSSH) Team A

T
he CBAA team overtook 15 other teams from
different participating colleges in this years
tournament which followed a British parliamentary
style format where competitors are given 15 minutes
to prepare in each round and are to argue based on
their teams designationOpening Government,
Closing Government, Opening Opposition, and Closing
Opposition.
Autor-Delim tandem made a mark early on in the
tournament, sweeping the three (3) preliminary rounds
of the debate.
clinched 2nd place defending the Opening Government side. The College of
Engineering (CoE) Team A in the Opening Opposition and the College of Social
Sciences and Humanities (CSSH) Team B in the Closing Opposition ranked 3rd
and 4th place, respectively.
Also, Autor from the winning team was awarded as the tournaments Best
Debater and Ronnie John Barrientos from CSSH was declared as Best Speaker.
Each participating college sent adjudicators and John Lester Combong from
CSSH was awarded as Best Adjudicator.
This Debate tournament is an annual event conducted as part of the universitys
Intramurals. /Writer/
 sports
Reapers upset
Vanguards, 53-51
Deafening screams. A tense atmosphere. A sea of
green, red, and white. A chorus boos and cheers.
Two teams clashed with the hands of time to win the
championship. Kyle Ryan Gonzales

T
his defined the Basketball Men start of the last quarter, the Reapers
Finals Match held at the MSU immediately took action and showed the
Gymnasium last October 14 after the Vanguards whos who in being dominant
College of Agriculture (Reapers) won the and submissive with their unabated two
championship trophy after defeating the pointers and glorifying blocks courtesy
College of Social Sciences and Humanities of Talonding, Jainal, Lance Dupitas, and
(Vanguards), 53-51. Muariff Mamalintao leaving the Vanguards
Right at the start of the first quarter, having a taste of their own medicine.
the Vanguards took the drivers seat and Garcia, the Reapers bus driver, stood up
continued rolling in points leaving the to his nickname as he drove through his
Reapers at their own demise. The Reapers opponents and showed the Reapers some
tried to reciprocate the Vanguards love by scoring baskets but the Vanguards
performance but was, unfortunately, answered back with Marcellanas back to
unable to as the Vanguards outplayed the back baskets leaving the Vanguards barely
Reapers with their blocks and showers holding on to a one-point lead, 47-46.
of three-pointers and a series of lay ups During the last two minutes of the game,
ending the first quarter with the Vanguards both the Reapers and the Vanguards
having a nine-point lead, 20-11. pushed each other to their own limits but
During the second quarter, the Vanguards only one must win at the end of the day.
continued their ambush through Earnest The Vanguards had the possession
Garcias point converting crossovers and during the ticking down of the last
lay ups. James Marcellano decided to join two minutes. Abdil Basil and
in on the assault and made the Reapers go Datz Bayang and the
down in deep waters with his three-point rest of the Vanguards
kills, 28-14. Ashbel Garcia of the Reapers, worked for an offensive
determined to take matters into his own push but all their efforts
hands, pleasured himself with steals and ended up fruitless as
three-point thirst quenchers. Allyser Jainal Jainal proved his might
helped his team regain composure as he as he crushed the
discouraged the opposing team with his Vanguards hopes to win
almighty blocks but all these were equally the championship.
rivaled by the Vanguards Marcellano Immediately after the
and Daryll Tans conscious effort to keep big block by Jainal, the
victory onto their side leaving the first half Reapers wasted no time
to the Vanguards liking, 34-20. as Pagdalian teamed up
Things started to take a turn at the start with Talonding to score
of the 3rd quarter. Emat Pagdalian of a big two that earned
the Reapers made his opponents dance the Reapers their first
with his amazing footwork and Wilbur lead in the game. Jainal
Talonding, the graduating M.V.P., wowed shushed all the doubts
everyone as he swayed and glided through and murmurs as he
the opposing team scoring basket after scored another two
basket. Through their combined efforts, which sealed their win
the Reapers were able to play catch up to against the Vanguards.
the Vanguards, 39-31. The Vanguards tried
Taken aback by the sudden change of to score once more
tides, the Vanguards tried to outsmart the but their desperation
Reapers but nothing proved to be efficient shot sealed their win
as the Reapers battered the Vanguards against the Vanguards.
relentlessly with crowd shushing three- The Vanguards tried
pointers and nail-biting two pointers to score once more but
leaving the third quarter in the past 45-41, their desperation shot
Vanguards barely holding on to a four- wouldnt come in. The
point lead. championship game ended
At the sound of the buzzer at the the Reapers favor, 53-51.
 Ramos, Uy win first darts
championship; Valiente sisters
lead Aggie anew
Joemar Ramos and Michael Allen Uy from the College of Social Sciences and Humanities (Vanguards) headed their team to
conquer its first championship title for three years in Darts Competition 701 event after defeating the College of Agriculture in
the final game. On the other hand, the Valiente siblings, Rayza and Regie Mae, once again led the College of Agriculture womens
darts team to its victory after beating the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics in the 501 event during their thrilling final
encounter held at the University Gymnasium on October 12, 2016. Remwil G. Maxilom

Mens Category.

T
he Vanguards and the Reapers first vied for the title in
2013 but unfortunately the Vanguards bowed down to
the Reapers. For this year, both teams once again battled
for the championship but its the Vanguards who emerged
victorious.
Four years nako nga nagsali pero wala gyud ko nag-
expect nga magdaog since sports coordinator ko sa among
college tapos isa pud wala pud kaayo koy practice, akong
ginapa-practice kay mga kauban lang gyud nako kay busy
ko mag-facilitate sa ilang subsidy maong wala gyud
mi mag-expect na mag-champion mi this Intramurals
2016, answered Joemar Ramos when asked about their
first victory.
Part also of the winning team were Sydffry Ern Suriaga
and Caospel Gauis Cabristante.
Awarded with the silver medal were Wilfred Campado,
Samy Jake Bacea, Vince dela Cruz, Ian de Sastrellas, and
Ian Kieth de Asis from the College of Agriculture while
Jose Bruno Demadante, Ched Tava, John Cardeno, Clyde Chavez,
and Marjan Mohamad from the Senior High School were awarded
with the bronze medal.

Womens Category
A
fter losing their twice-to-beat advantage,
the Valiente siblings went through a very tough
encounter pushing a decision game against the
Wizards. Both teams were one shot away from the title
for all they had to do was to hit 1 on the double ring.
Eventually, Rayza Mae finally picked her lucky pin
that paved the way for their victory.
Completing the winning team from the Agriculture
were Eden Rose Lacna and Gemma Glen Panes.
Following next to the Agriculture were the College
of Natural Sciences and Mathematics and College
of Engineering, respectively. Composing the team
from the CNSM were Kirsten Nicole Cristobas,
Ameera Malong, Lyca Epilepsia, Charlene Huinda,
and Daniela Tiongson while the team from the CoE
were composed by Nikka Gerodias, Thea Supetran, Keeana
Madidis, Gerelizza Angga, and Jessica Tocmo.
 It was a triumphant orange
morning as the College of
Engineerings baseball team
proved their might as they
were hailed champions in the
diamond with a merciless
show of runs against the
Anglers on a three-inning
Championship Game, with
a 9-2 gap, held at the MSU
Open Field last October 13.
Danilyn Dema-ala
T
he ASTEEGs finally bounced back to
the championship scene after losing
last years semifinals against the
Reapers.
In the first inning, the ASTEEGs were
the first to bat, with Rex Bazar taking the
lead while both teams were still trying
to look for some holes on each others
strategies. With bases loaded, ASTEEGs
fifth batter, Theodore Loma, gave his team
the opportunity to score as he hit the pitch
on the third throw. The Angler fielders were
caught chilling and failed to pass the ball to
the basemen, causing the first blood on the
score, 1-0.
With the bases still juiced, the ASTEEGs
had another chance of widening the score
with Mark Himbing getting ready on the
plate. Determined to end the oranges
scoring chances, the Anglers focused
on catching rolling balls as the second
baseman had his hand on the ball that was
hit by ASTEEGs batter and making a force
play to switch the fielding with only 2-0
score for the ASTEEGs.
Getting some confidence from the last
play, the Anglers were determined to score
and take a lead against the ASTEEGs.
The first batter, Roncy Hemenio, easily
hit and made his place on the first base.
Asteegs
bat Anglers,
9-2
Yet focused on the batter in front of him,
Bazar loaded that ball with high speed as
the batter, Bacense, was caught freezing
for two straight good pitches, giving him
only a throw away from being out. With
Bazars unpredictability in his pitches and
Felix Esic and Keith Pasciolans veteran ball
passes from the inside to the first base, the
Anglers went back to the field with no stain
on their score.
Wanting to turn things around, the Anglers
made some adjustments as they put Sacera
on the pitching job. The adjustment seemed
to be effective as the first three ASTEEG
batters of the second inning were caught
napping, gaining no score for them on the
duration.
Tension can be felt on both sides with
Anglers willing to go all out to score and
lead. But the ASTEEGs were even more
determined as the pitcher strategized on his
ball speed and gives, making the Anglers
batter, Salazar, to have three strikes on
the first three pitches. With the consistent
pitching and good ball catches from the
ASTEEGs, the Anglers only managed to
make two runs.
Determined to not giving a glimpse of
hope for the Anglers, the ASTEEGs went
on their scoring rage as they adjusted on
their ball choices, rolling hits and field hits
in the third inning, giving them a two-run
lead, 4-2. The third batter, Carman Maylan,
gave an opening for his two teammates
who were already on board in two bases
as he vigorously bats the ball. However,
ASTEEGs runners almost fell short for the
home run as the ball was already inside the
diamond getting ready to be thrown to the
basemen yet confusion on the Anglers side
as to where to pass the ball cost them the
widening lead of the ASTEEGs at 6-2. With
the consistency manifested, the ASTEEGs
ended their turn on nine runs against the
two of the Anglers.
Knowing that itll be their last chance to
cope with the ASTEEGs lead, the Anglers
tried to score, but the orange side never
gave them a glimpse of hope as they
displayed their excellent ball catching and
their pitchers formidable throws, claiming
them their crown as baseball champions
with an undefeated title during the whole
tournament.
For years, ASTEEGs baseball team is
always on the championship scene except
for last year where they only landed in third
place, when they lost against the College of
Agriculture (Reapers).
 College of
Law fall short
against BA&A;
Liwasan,
Mustapha
Fueled with ferocious determination, Aldrin Liwasan
and John Micahel Mustapha from the College of continue
Business Administration and Accountancy (Tycoons)
took all the College of Law (CoL) could offer during
their close fight for the championship game, 8-7, in winning
Lawn Tennis Men (Doubles) held the at the University
Lawn Tennis Court on October 12, 2016.
Remwil G. Maxilom streak
T
he game started with the College of (60-45).
Laws Maki Acedo and Ken Conocer It seemed like the Tycoons had the
launching their underspin attacks momentum on their side for they nailed the
that dominated the early part of the game. College of Law at 30, giving them another
The Tycoons, on the other hand, tried set for the game, 60-30. The supremacy
to counter the unpredictable underspin of Tycoons even persisted with Liwasans
attacks of the College of Law but turned out exceptional forehand slice attacks leaving
to be unsuccessful due to the double fault the hapless Acedo and Conocer gasping for
committed by Mustapha, 15-0. However, breath, 5-1.
the error committed by Mustapha didnt After the College of Law got nothing from
stop him from pushing his limits as he the previous set, Acedo and Conocer seemed
executed a powerful groundstroke attack to have gotten their energy back when they
leaving Acedo and Conocer speechless, also nailed the Tycoons at zero, 30-0. Aldrin
15-15. The close fight even continued with Liwasan was having a hard time controlling
Mustaphas three consecutive drop shots his attacks which eventually contributed a
that sealed their first set win in the game, point to the other side when he committed an
1-1. error, 45-0. The scenario even became worse
Acedo and Conocer tried to get the when Mustapha executed a short backhand
momentum back but the Tycoons never attack which landed before the service line
looked back and instead executed hail with Acedo taking the opportunity to employ
mary shots through Liwasan, 45-0. It was a kill, 5-2 (60-0).
also with Liwasan through an unforced Exchange of points opened the next set
error when the CoL got their first point in of the encounter with both teams also
the set, 45-5, but the Tycoons were able exchanging powerful forehand attacks.
to recover immediately and blasted Acedo Mustapha, once again, committed the same
and Conocer through Liwasans powerful unwanted short backhand attack with Acedo
forehand attacks, 60-15. also once again taking the opportunity
The next set of the game was indeed a close to execute a kill, 45-30, but it was still
set for both teams were exchanging points Liwasans unparalleled crosscourt forehand
which resulted into deadlocks: 15-15, 30- spins that dominated the set, 6-2 (60-30).
30, 45-45. Unfortunately, it seemed like The Tycoons seemed to have lost their
Acedo and Conocer were having husband- energy when they tanked five sets giving
and-wife play for the last point giving the the College of Law a chance for the
Tycoons the chance to end the set through championship, 7-6. Mustapha committed
Liwasans unstoppable forehand attack, 3-1 for several times the same mistake of
employing short backhand attacks giving
also the College of Law several chances of
launching kills.
The Tycoons had to rebuild their defense
and offense in order to win two more sets to
secure the victory. Fortunately, the invincible
forehand topspin attacks of Liwasan
then worked complimenting Mustaphas
backhand lobs that earned them their 7th
set, 7-7 (60-15).
The most crucial part of the game came
where both teams were just one set away
from the championship. The Tycoons started
strong but a short backhand attack from
Mustaphas once again contributed a point
on the other side, 30-15. The game became
even more thrilling when Liwasan hit the
ball too long making Acedo and Conconer
ecstatic, 30-30, but the Tycoons remained
composed. The tandem of the College of
Law perhaps was pressured when both of
them ran for the ball which resulted in a short
backhand return and eventually lost a point
for the Tycoons, 45-30. Liwasan, from the
back row, executed his exceptional forehand
attacks but Acedo failed to return the ball
due to fatigue and the Tycoons finally sealed
the victory.
Completing the winning team was
Digandang Sadam who played and won in the
singles category. For five consecutive years,
the College of Business and Administration
and Accountancy has proven its supremacy
in the Lawn Tennis Court.