Bugna rallies, Morris dominates in Verde Aces jrs netfest

Bugna rallies, Morris dominates in Verde Aces jrs netfest

Bugna rallies, Morris dominates in Verde Aces jrs netfest

2026-04-17 13:46:59

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Title Verde Aces Jr. NetFest Bugna and Morris Dominate in Thrilling 
Tennis Action

The Verde Aces Juniors Age Group Tennis Championships recently concluded in
in Bacolod City, Philippines, with Kathlyn Bugna and Matthew Morris emergin
emerging as the star performers of the tournament.

Bugna, seeded second, demonstrated her tenacity by overcoming a slow start 
to claim two titles in the 18-and-under category. Her impressive run began 
with a convincing win over Christine Palomares in the quarterfinals, follow
followed by a dominant performance against Isobel Alipo-on in the semifinal
semifinals. In the final, Bugna faced off against No. 3 seed Saze Nillama a
and recovered from a shaky opening set to secure a thrilling 1-6, 6-1, 6-3 
victory.

Bugna's outstanding performance was capped off by her dominance over top se
seed Tori Deocampo in the 16-and-under category, winning 6-2, 6-0. Her impr
impressive display earned her a share of MVP honors with Morris, who also m
matched Bugna's feat by claiming two titles in the boys' division.

Morris, a standout from Dumaguete, was unstoppable throughout the tournamen
tournament. He began his campaign by beating doubles partner Andrian Rodrig
Rodriguez in the quarterfinals and then went on to claim the 16-and-under t
title with a convincing 6-2, 6-3 victory over Rodriguez. Morris then assert
asserted his dominance anew with a 6-1, 6-0 rout in the 18-and-under finals
finals.

Other notable winners in the five-day tournament included Theriz Zapatos of
of Kalibo (girls' 14-and-under title), Drig Escobar of Bacolod City (boys' 
crown), Kate Chavez of Iloilo (girls' 12-and-under title), and Luke Quitco 
of La Carlota City (boys' title).

The Verde Aces Jr. NetFest was a testament to the growing talent pool in ju
junior tennis, with players showcasing their skills and resilience througho
throughout the competition.

In doubles play, Morris completed a three-title sweep by teaming up with Ro
Rodriguez to win the boys' 18-and-under finals. Other notable winners inclu
included Nillama and Queen Villa (girls' division), Don Olavides and John P
Paul Taratara (boys' 14-and-under), and Chavez and Arissa Macapended (girls
(girls' crown).

The Legends division also saw its share of excitement, with winners includi
including Arman Panes and Toto Ginete (Classified B), Josefus Cerna and Wal
Walter Librea (Classified C), Charise Pericon and Jinky Young (Classified C
C women's), and Gioley Sagansay and Gen Gregorio (Classified D women's).

As the Verde Aces Jr. NetFest comes to a close, it is clear that the future
future of junior tennis in the Philippines looks bright, with talented play
players like Bugna and Morris leading the charge.

Keywords Verde Aces Juniors Age Group Tennis Championships, Kathlyn Bu
Bugna, Matthew Morris, junior tennis, tournament, Bacolod City.


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