It's only the opening weekend but the UAAP Season 87 women's volleyball tournament already served bangers with NU, FEU, UP, and Adamson all scoring wins.
The UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball tournament opened with thrilling matches, featuring dominant performances and record-breaking moments.
NU, FEU, UP, and Adamson started strong, while UST, Ateneo, UE, and DLSU will aim to bounce back in their next outings. Here’s how each team fared in their season openers:
NU Lady Bulldogs (1-0)
NU asserted its dominance as defending champion with a straight-set sweep over DLSU, marking the first sweep of the season in women's play.
Reigning League MVP Bella Belen and Finals MVP Alyssa Solomon showcased their firepower, combining for 27 points in the victory.
FEU Lady Tamaraws (1-0)
FEU emerged victorious against UST in a battle between last season’s Final Four squads, winning in four sets. Gerzel Petallo led the charge with 15 points, earning Player of the Game honors.
UP Fighting Maroons (1-0)
UP edged out UE in a grueling five-set match to secure its first win of the season. Joan Monares stepped up big for the Fighting Maroons, delivering 17 points en route to being named Player of the Game.
Adamson Lady Falcons (1-0)
Adamson staged an impressive comeback against Ateneo, winning in five sets. Rookie sensation Shaina Nitura made history, setting a new UAAP rookie record with 33 points in her debut performance.
UE Lady Warriors (0-1)
UE put up a fight but fell short against UP in a five-set thriller. The Lady Warriors will look to regroup and earn their first win in the next match.
UST Golden Tigresses (0-1)
UST struggled against FEU, losing in four sets. The Tigresses will aim to recover quickly and get back on track in their upcoming games.
Ateneo Blue Eagles (0-1)
Ateneo suffered a heartbreaking loss to Adamson after squandering a 2-0 set lead. To make matters worse, Geezel Tsunashima exited the match due to injury, adding to the Eagles’ early-season concerns.
DLSU Lady Spikers (0-1)
Perennial powerhouse La Salle had a tough start to the season, falling to NU in straight sets. The Lady Spikers will need to regroup fast as they look to make a play to this year’s title.
(With reports from Inna Mina)
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