MANILA, April 9 -- Mapua University outplayed San Sebastian, 25-20, 25-23, 25-18, to jumpstart its campaign in the NCAA Season 99 women's volleyball tournament at San Andres Gym in Manila on Tuesday.

Sophomore Roxie dela Cruz led the Lady Cardinals with 16 attacks and two blocks while rookies Raissa Janel Ricablanca and Freigh Anne Garcia chipped in 13 and 11 points, respectively.

Alyana Nicole Ong also contributed six points, including four blocks, while Trixie Mae Gojol made 14 excellent sets in the one hour and 28-minute match.

Lyceum also pulled off a 25-17, 13-25, 25-15, 25-21 victory over San Beda University.

Sophomore Joan Doguna led the Lady Pirates with 17 points.

Mapua and Lyceum gained a share of the early lead with Perpet...