Mapua, Lyceum get going

MANILA, Philippines — Mapua unveiled new weapons in Raissa Janel Ricablanca and Freigh Anne Garcia to beat San Sebastian, 25-20, 25-23, 25-18, yesterday to set in motion its campaign in NCAA women’s volleyball at the San Andres Gym.

Ricablanca and Garcia, both transferees from University of the East, made sure their league debuts were memorable and unloaded 13 and 11 points, respectively, as the Lady Cardinals claimed their first win.

Mapua coach Clarence Esteban hopes the added depth could help them address their concerns from last year.

In the other game, Lyceum of the Philippines University, out to improve its runner-up finish last year, survived San Beda, 25-17, 13-25, 25-15, 25-21, to snare its first victory.