Few would have anticipated this result. But in a dramatic twist of fate, Cedar Girls’ made perhaps the biggest upset in the National Rounds so far when they beat Presbyterian High 2-0 (25-22, 25-19) in their final Group D match of the National B Division Girls’ Volleyball Championship. Their crucial win essentially denied St Hilda’s a place in the next round based on point difference. St Hilda’s, who were widely expected to progress together with Presbyterian High after beating Cedar Girls’ in their first match, were held 2-1 by Hua Yi (25-19, 21-25, 25-12) in their earlier match.

Cedar Girls’ held off a late comeback by Hua Yi Secondary to win their first round Group D match 2-0 (25-17, 25-21)at the National B Division Girls’ Volleyball Championship. Hua Yi, the West Zone third runner up, on the other hand have essentially been knocked out of the tournament. In the later Group D match, Presbyterian High have assured themselves a spot in the next round of after seeing off St Hilda’s Secondary 2-0 (25-17, 25-15).