Kathmandu, October 31

Springdale  English School of Bhaktapur advanced to the girls’ quarter-finals of the first PABSON U-18 National Volleyball Tournament  today.

In the day’s match, Springdale recorded a hard-fought 25-17, 27-25 victory over Bhanubhakta Memorial School of Mahottari. Similarly,  Everest School of Rupandehi defeated Bindhyabasini Academy of Kathmandu  25-7, 25-8, Shreegaun Sports Development Committee of Dang saw off MAF  25-7, 25-5 and entered the round of 16. Despite defeats,  Bindhyabasini and MAF also secured their places in the pre-quarters.

In boys’ category, Springdale defeated Angles’ Heart School 25-19, 25-23 to enter the pre-quarters. Little  Buddha of Kanchanpur, Dhorpatan Sports Club, Glacier  College, Advance Academy and Three Star registered victories in other matches.