MANDAUE CITY, Cebu—Adamson setter Fei Sagaysay stressed the importance of teamwork as the Lady Falcons look to build stronger connections in the 2025 Shakey’s Super League (SSL) National Invitationals Cebu Leg.

Sagaysay shared playmaking duties with Bella Sapienza to spark a balanced attack for the Shaina Nitura-led squad in sweeping the University of Southern Philippines Foundation, 25-15, 25-10, 25-16, on Saturday at Mandaue Sports Complex here.

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With Adamson winning its first two games and moving within a win of the Cebu leg crown, Sagaysay continues to help captain Nitura and coach JP Yude keep the team together.

“It all starts with relationships—how we communicate with each other,” Sagaysay told the Inquirer in Filipino.

“As a setter, that’s really my role: to lead the team and guide them through every game. That’s why I really value the relationships I build with my teammates.”

The sophomore setter said she was proud to see her teammates step up and complement Nitura, who erupted for 28 points in their four-set win over Cesafi champion University of San Carlos before scoring 15 in the sweep of USPF.

“I’m very grateful because I can see the team’s potential right now. We’re working hard and really focused on building our foundation and strengthening our connection as a group,” said Sagaysay.

Sagaysay is grateful to have batchmate Nitura by her side, noting her growth in character and the improved skills she brought from international play to the Lady Falcons.

“Even though we’re just in our second year, she already leads like a true leader, like she was really built for this. She never leaves us behind and always lifts us up during tough moments,” Sagaysay said.

Adamson goes for a three-game sweep against Ateneo on Sunday at 6 p.m.