Airing on GTV and HOA: Powerhouse matchups headline NCAA Season 101 Women’s Volleyball Tournament opening day

Prepare for high-flying spikes and floor-defying digs as the quest for the most prestigious volleyball crown returns in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Season 101 Women’s Volleyball Tournament beginning this Friday, January 23, live at San Andres Sports Complex and simulcast on HOA.

Ready to clash for supremacy and ‘build greatness’ this season are the Arellano Lady Chiefs, Letran Lady Knights, Benilde Lady Blazers, EAC Lady Generals, JRU Lady Bombers, LPU Lady Pirates, Mapúa Lady Cardinals, San Beda Lady Red Spikers, San Sebastian Lady Stags, and Perpetual Lady Altas.

The season serves off with a high-stakes showdown at 12 nn as the reigning queens of the court—the four-time defending champions Benilde Lady Blazers—defend their dynasty against the Mapúa Lady Cardinals.

The adrenaline continues at 2:30 p.m. as the Letran Lady Knights collide in an action-packed and must-watch showdown with the Arellano Lady Chiefs.

“For NCAA Season 101 Volleyball, we have some modifications like the [tournament format where there will be two groupings], so that the tournament will be more exciting and unpredictable. The Philippines is a volleyball country, so we are trying very hard to make this season, as much as possible, competitive, and for the enjoyment of the fans,” said NCAA Season 101 Volleyball Chairman Fr. Victor C. Calvo, Jr.

“As the proud home of the NCAA, GMA Network, thru GMA Synergy, is committed to providing the best viewing experience for all the NCAA supporters and Kapuso sports enthusiasts. With the competitive spirit of all participating NCAA volleyball teams, this season’s Women’s Volleyball Tournament is definitely something to look forward to. We invite everyone to show their support and witness the incomparable determination and world-class skills of all student athletes,” expressed Officer-in-Charge, Regional TV Department and Concurrent Head, Central Office Operations and Synergy Marivic Araneta.

Viewers can catch the NCAA Season 101 live games every Wednesday at 11 a.m. (GTV) and 2:30 p.m. (GTV and HOA), Fridays at 12 nn and 2:30 p.m. (HOA), and Sundays at 12 nn and 2:30 p.m. (GTV and HOA).

Catch the livestream of the NCAA Season 101 Women’s Volleyball Tournament on the NCAA Philippines website (www.gmanetwork.com/ncaa), NCAA Philippines Facebook page and YouTube channel, and GMA Sports’ social media accounts. Global Pinoys can catch all the action via international channel GMA News TV.

For more updates on NCAA, visit its official website www.ncaa.com.ph. Follow @ncaaphilippines, @gmasynergy, and @gmasportsph on social media.

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