Crowning Ego Victories: Women Dominating the Court

by: Phoebe Marpa

At Holy Cross College of Carigara, Incorporated (HCCCI), the Annual Intramurals Women's Volleyball is a thrilling showcase of young female athletes' exceptional talent. Four teams compete, playing best-of-three sets, racing to reach 25 points. Whoever wins in the overall matches would contribute significant amount of points to the team they represent.

   In the opening set, the stage was set for an intense battle as Team 1, known as the "St. Anthony Transcenders," took on the determined Team 2, named the "ST. Joseph Voyagers." Team 2 who started displaying good teamwork and remarkable skills. However, the "Transcenders" dug deep, fought back, and ultimately claimed the first set with a score of 25-19.

   "I wasn't nervous at all because I was sure we were gonna win," confidently declared a player from Team 1, adding to the energy in the arena. The second set saw Team 2 making a spirited comeback but narrowly falling short, with Team 1 securing the set at 25-22. The resilience of both teams added to theexcitement, making the spectators cheer louder with each point.

Following this intense clash, it was time for Team 3, the "St. Roch Shepherds," to face off against the formidable Team 4, the "St. Martin Growlers." The battle was intense, with Team 4 clinched the first set, 25-23. They continued to impress in the second set, securing their overall victory with a score of 25-19. In the contest for second place, Team 3 (Shepherds) Team 2 (Voyagers). In the first half of the game, Team 3 outperformed Team 2 with a score of 25-18. In the second half, with a reduced goal of 15 points, Team 3 extended their lead, emerging victorious with a final score of 15-9, securing second place.

   The much-anticipated championship match featured the "St. ANTHONY TRANSCENDERS"(Team 1) facing off against the relentless "St. MARTIN GROWLERS" (Team 4). In the first set, Team 1 took an early lead, but the "GROWLERS" staged a remarkable comeback, seizing the first half of the gamewith a score of 25-22. The second set was a different story, with Team 1 dominating and displaying outstanding teamwork. Despite a setback due to an injury within Team 4, Team 1 claimed the set at 25-13. The final and deciding set was a heart-pounding clash of titans, with both teams displaying unwavering determination. Team 1, the "TRANSCENDERS," ultimately secured the championship title with a hardfought victory at 15-12, carving their name into the Women's Volleyball History at Holy Cross College of Carigara, Incorporated.

   As the dust settled and the final whistle blew, the two teams displayed exemplary sportsmanship, exchanging handshakes that spoke volumes about their mutual respect and admiration for each other's skills and efforts on the court. In the end, Team 2 celebrated a well-deserved third place, Team 3 claimed second, Team 4 secured first place, and Team 1 emerged as the ultimate victors.

The remarkable dedication and determination displayed by all teams turned this championship match into an unforgettable moment in the history of Women's Volleyball at Holy Cross College of Carigara Incorporated. Dedication and determination displayed by all teams turned this championship match intoan unforgettable moment in the history of Women's Volleyball at Holy Cross College of Carigara Incorporated.