Representing Negros Occidental, ONE Silay showcased resilience and grit, matching every powerful play from VNS in a grueling Group A battle. Their victory gives them an early edge in the five-day tournament, which marks the first-ever edition of the PNVF U-21 Men’s Championship under PNVF President Ramon “Tats” Suzara.
Zamboanga City Survives Five-Set Thriller
Meanwhile, Mindanao’s No. 1-ranked Zamboanga City overcame North Luzon’s No. 2-ranked Lingayen in another intense Group A match. Zamboanga City fought through five sets, securing a dramatic 16-25, 25-20, 23-25, 30-28, 15-7 win.
![Carl John Nabora of Zamboanga City against defender Van Emhiel Roy (6) and Mark Joseph De Sola (8) of Lingayen [PNVF photo]](http://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Carl-John-Nabora-of-Zamboanga-City-against-defender-Van-Emhiel-Roy-6-and-Mark-Joseph-De-Sola-8-of-Lingayen01-e1738142127815.jpg)
What’s Next? Key Matches to Watch
ONE Silay and Zamboanga City are set to collide on Thursday at 2 PM, with both teams aiming to keep their winning momentum. Other Day 2 matches include:
- Notre Dame of Dadiangas University vs. City of Naga-Cebu Volleyball Club – 9 AM
- Umingan Volleyball Club vs. University of the East – 11 AM
- VNS vs. Lingayen – 4 PM
The preliminary round continues until Friday, followed by the semifinals on Saturday and the final on Sunday.