DLSU EcoOil ends four-game skid, secures 5th place finish

La Salle-EcoOil concluded its 2024 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference campaign with straight sets, 25-19, 25-22, 25-18, victory over VNS on Sunday, December 1, at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan.

The Green Oilers missed out on the Final Four despite a strong start that included four straight victories.

"I said just enjoy it. It was somehow disappointing in a sense that we didn't make it to the Final Four, but I'm hoping that with all our losses, we have learned something," said head coach Jose Roque, reflecting on the team's campaign.

The Green Oilers’ promising season swiftly came to an end after a four-game losing skid ended their strong start and their chances of making it to the Final Four.

In the absence of Noel Kampton, Eugene Gloria took over and led the charge for the Green Oilers, delivering 13 points, all from attacks.

Vince Maglinao chipped in 11 markers, while Yoyong Mendoza displayed a balanced offense, scoring eight points in the winning effort. Eric Layug and Joshua Rodriguez added six apiece.

Meanwhile CJ Segui top scored for the VNS with 16 markers, including nine excellent receptions, while Kenneth Daynata tallied nine points in the loss.

The Griffins registered a 3-6 win-loss record, ending their campaign in seventh place.