Shakey's V-League: Cagayan cruises past Fourbees on opening day

Cagayan Valley dismissed the young Fourbees-Perpetual squad in straight sets, 25-13, 25-12, 25-10, in the opening day of the Shakey's V-League Season 12 Open Conference on Sunday at The Arena in San Juan.

The former  champions showed their experience and maturity as they made quick work of the struggling Lady Altas, building a comfortable lead each set as they attacked from all angles.

Janine Marciano was named the Best Player of the game, but other veterans Aiza Maizo-Pontillas, and Angeli Tabaquero stepped up for Cagayan. University of Santo Tomas middle blocker Ria Meneses also shone with her quick hits from the middle.

Cagayan also won in the first game of the Spiker's Turf (men's tournament) against Champion Infinity in a tight five-setter, 23-25, 24-26, 25-21, 25-22, 16-14.

UAAP Most Valuable Player and Ateneo spiker Marck Espejo was hailed as the Best Player for his heroics in the endgame, helping the Rising Suns complete their comeback from a 2-0 disadvantage.

In a busy opening day slate, Philippine Coast Guard and Philippine Navy will clash at 2:45 p.m., while Baguio and PLDT Home Ultra will duke it out at 4:45 p.m.

The matches can be aired on Monday and Tuesday at 1 p.m. on GMA News TV. -JST, GMA News