MANILA, Philippines — University of Santo Tomas fell short in its championship run in the UAAP Season 86 women's volleyball tournament.With star rookie Angge Poyos recuperating from injury, coach Emilio 'Kung Fu' Reyes Jr. said he is proud of the Golden Tigresses who stepped up their game to reach the finals.He also sees a bright future ahead of his rookie-laden squad.
'The Golden Tigresses bowed to the National University Lady Bulldogs, 23-25, 25-23, 25-27, 16-25, in Game Two last Wednesday, May 15.Going against NU's tall and tested veterans, Reyes shared how the team fought and gave their best.'Poyos played in the third frame, we tested if she can and she really wanted to play, but we won't gamble on her health that is why we just sidelined her after,' he said.