08/10/2025
HOLY CROSS OF SASA SHINES IN TABLE TENNIS OPENER: MIXED RESULTS ACROSS THE BOARDS
The table tennis tournament opened with fierce matchups and electric energy as schools from across the region battled it out in multiple tables and divisions. Holy Cross of Sasa (HCCS) delivered standout performances in both the boys’ and girls’ singles categories, despite facing tough competition throughout the day.
🔹 Table 4 – Boys Singles B: HCCS vs Holy Cross of Bunawan
In a dramatic five-set thriller, Holy Cross of Sasa edged out Holy Cross of Bunawan with a final score of 3-2 in a "first-to-three" format.
Bunawan opened strong, taking the first set, but Sasa stormed back to level the match in the second. With both teams trading intense rallies and showing grit, Sasa gained momentum to win the third. Bunawan fought back in the fourth, but it was HCCS who ultimately sealed the win in a deciding fifth set.
Final Score: HCCS 3 – 2 HCB
Set Scores: 1-0, 1-1, 2-1, 2-2, 3-2
Winner: Holy Cross of Sasa
🔹 Table 1 – Boys Singles: HCCSI vs SPC
It was a dominant performance from SPC, who swept HCCSI with a clean 3-0 victory. The players from SPC demonstrated solid footwork and consistent serving, leaving little room for HCCSI to counter.
Final Score: HCCSI 0 – 3 SPC
🔹 Table 3 – Girls Singles A: HCCS vs Holy Cross of Mintal
Holy Cross of Sasa came out firing in this girls’ division match, overpowering Holy Cross of Mintal in straight sets. Winning each set decisively, HCCS didn’t allow their opponents to find rhythm and closed the match swiftly.
Final Score: HCCS 3 – 0 HCM
🔹 Table B – Boys Singles: HCCS vs HCM
A back-and-forth battle saw Holy Cross of Mintal come from behind to defeat HCCS 3-1. HCCS took the opening set and pushed the second to a deuce, but Mintal composed themselves, winning three straight sets in a gritty comeback.
Final Score: HCCS 1 – 3 HCM
🔹 Table 2 – Boys Singles A: HCCS vs ACD
ACD swept HCCS with a strong 3-0 showing. HCCS struggled to build momentum as ACD executed with precision from start to finish.
Final Score: HCCS 0 – 3 ACD
🔹 Table 2 – Girls Singles B: HCCS vs ACD
In another sweep, the ACD girls mirrored the performance of their boys’ team, dispatching HCCS 3-0 in a one-sided contest.
Final Score: HCCS 0 – 3 ACD
🔹 Table 4 – Girls Singles B: HCCS vs SMAD
SMAD continued the trend of dominant performances, as their girls’ team blanked HCCS 3-0, displaying tactical poise and unyielding defense.
Final Score: HCCS 0 – 3 SMAD
🔹 Table 2 – Boys Singles A: HCCS vs ACD
In a match filled with tight rallies and momentum swings, HCCS managed to hold off ACD in a five-set epic. The match ended 3-2 in favor of HCCS, showcasing their resilience and fighting spirit.
Final Score: HCCS 3 – 2 ACD
🔹 Table 4 – Boys Singles B: HCCS vs HCM
Holy Cross of Sasa bounced back with an emphatic 3-0 sweep over Holy Cross of Mintal. It was one of the cleanest performances of the day from HCCS, who showed great rhythm and consistency throughout.
Final Score: HCCS 3 – 0 HCM
🔹 Table 4 – Girls Singles A: HCCS vs SMAD
This match saw another dominant performance by SMAD as they overwhelmed HCCS. The final score is incomplete, but SMAD had a commanding lead and control.
Score : HCCS 0 – 3 SMAD
🔹 Table 2 – Girls Singles B: HCCS vs SMAD
Breaking the streak, the HCCS girls grabbed a 3-1 victory over SMAD. The team displayed determination, bouncing back from earlier losses and finally tasting victory in a tough-fought match.
Final Score: HCCS 3 – 1 SMAD
🔹 Table 5 – Girls Singles A: HCCS vs HCA
In their final reported match, HCCS girls fell short again as HCA sealed a convincing 3-0 win.
Final Score: HCCS 0 – 3 HCA
Holy Cross of Sasa had a mixed bag of results on the tournament's opening day. Their boys' singles teams showcased grit and resilience, picking up several hard-fought victories, including two 3-2 nail-biters. Meanwhile, the girls’ team faced tougher outings, with only one win recorded against SMAD.
Despite the setbacks, the team's fighting spirit was on full display — a promising sign for upcoming rounds. All eyes will be on HCCS as they look to bounce back and advance deeper into the tournament.
✍️: John Paul Gonzales | Sports Writer
📷: Athrun Villaceran | Photojournalist
💻: Jared Axcel Padilla | Social Media Manager
