UST defeated defending champion La Salle in four sets, 25-14, 25-23, 23-25, 25-19 to seize a twice-to-beat advantage going into the semifinals of the women’s volleyball tournament of Season 81 of the University Athletics Association of the Philippines (UAAP).

Powered by graduating hitter Sisi Rondina and rookie Eya Laure, the Tigresses played inspired volleyball against the Lady Spikers who could do nothing against UST’s one-two punch.