The Unit 1-Davao City National High School (DCNHS) spikers showcased their firepower once again, securing back-to-back titles as the Davao City Athletic Association (Dcaa) Meet 2025 secondary volleyball tournament wrapped up at the DCNHS covered court on Friday, February 7.
The DCNHS boys’ team completed a three-peat, overpowering Unit 6-Assumption College of Davao (ACD) with a commanding 25-14, 25-11, 25-14 victory in the championship match. Dale Haver Balintaculo of DCNHS earned the best player of the game honors for his outstanding performance.
DCNHS set the pace early with powerful serves and quick plays, preventing ACD from finding its rhythm. Though ACD fought hard to mount a comeback, the defending champions remained composed and closed out each set with a decisive lead.
With this triumph, DCNHS cemented its dominance in the division, capturing its third consecutive Dcaa title. ACD, despite a valiant effort, settled for silver.
Winning formula
Head coach Melchien C. Garcia, who has been at the helm of the DCNHS boys’ volleyball team for a decade, expressed his joy over the team’s achievement.
"This victory brings so much happiness to my athletes, and seeing them celebrate this moment makes me happiest. We are proud to keep the championship streak alive since our first title in 2023," told SunStar Davao in a post-game interview.
He credited his players' discipline, teamwork, and ability to execute their game plan effectively.
Looking ahead to the Davraa Meet 2025 in Davao del Norte, Garcia underscored the importance of continuous training.
"We won’t stop. Training will prepare us not just physically, but also mentally and emotionally. I always tell my players to keep chasing their dream of competing and winning in the Palarong Pambansa 2025."
In the boys' bronze medal match, Unit 3-Doña Carmen Denia National High School (DCDNHS)-U edged out Unit 8-AMSAI, 25-21, 25-18, to secure third place.
Medalists
Meanwhile, in the girls’ division, Sheena May Tagaylo led Unit 1-DCNHS to gold with a 25-12, 25-18, 25-19 win over Unit 5-Jose Maria College (JMC). JMC settled for silver, while Unit 6-Ateneo de Davao University took the bronze, defeating Unit 8-Philippine Nikkei Jin Kai International School (PNJKIS), 25-18, 25-19.
Meanwhile, Units 1 and 3 shared top honors in the elementary volleyball competition. Unit 1-Kabacan Elementary School (KES) rallied past Unit 3-Matina Central Elementary School, bouncing back from a first-set loss to secure the boys' gold medal with a 15-18, 25-10 win. In the girls' event, Unit 3-Jose Bastida Elementary School overpowered Unit 1-KES, cruising to a 25-14, 25-13 victory to claim the championship. MLSA with reports from Karl Bryan Porras