MANILA — Adamson University improved to 4-0 in the 2026 V-League Collegiate Challenge after a four-set triumph over College of Saint Benilde on Sunday.
The Lady Falcons had to overcome an opening set hiccup before coming away with a 24–26, 25–17, 25–18, 25–23 victory at the Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong City.
With the result, the defending champions are now one win away from securing a semifinal berth.
Adamson's Frances Mordi in action against CSB in the 2026 V-League Collegiate Challenge, September 6, 2026 at the Gameville Central Park in Mandaluyong City. PVL Media
Adamson squandered three match points as Benilde's defense repeatedly denied Frances Mordi's attempts to close out the match.
Mordi, however, eventually connected after the Blazers forced a deuce at 24-all and regained the lead, before Kamille Dionisio sealed the victory with a kill block.
"Thankful sa Lord and grateful of how the girls responded sa tough times and every time, kung sino man lang ipasok sa court. And that's all I wanted: that everyone helps the team, that everyone contributes to the team," said head coach JP Yude.
Mordi topscored with 23 points on 20 kills, two blocks, and an ace, while Lana Barrera remained steady on both ends of the court with 16 points and eight excellent receptions.
Fhei Sagaysay and Ysabella Sapienza also provided a solid presence in orchestrating Adamson's offense, combining for 24 excellent sets.
Adamson will try to secure its semifinal berth against fellow unbeaten side Arellano University on Saturday, September 12, at 10 a.m.
Mhonniecka Soliven paced three Lady Blazers in double figures with 15 points, but Benilde's 29 errors throughout the match proved costly.
The Lady Blazers will look to bounce back against the San Beda University Lady Red Spikers on the same day at 12 noon.