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SEA Games Volleyball: Philippines defeats Malaysia in straight sets for first win

The Philippine volleyball squad made quick work of Malaysia on Thursday (June 11).

Metro Manila (CNN Philippines) — The national women’s volleyball team showed their true form, beating Malaysia, 25-15, 25-18, 25-16, in the volleyball competition of the 2015 Southeast Asian Games on Thursday (June 11).

Alyssa Valdez paced the Philippine squad with 13 points (12 spikes and one block), while Dindin Santiago-Manabat added eight.

Rachel Anne Daquis and Jovelyn Gonzaga each chipped in seven markers.

Philippines started the match on a high note, using strong blocking late in the first set to win, 25-15, for a 1-0 lead.

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