Shaina Nitura hopes to build on her stellar rookie year as she leads Adamson vs Ateneo to start UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball.
The Adamson Lady Falcons aren’t just opening a season—they’re defending a statement.
As opening weekend of UAAP Season continues on Sunday, February 15, the Mall of Asia Arena, Adamson faces Ateneo in a rematch of last year’s thrilling five-set opener that saw the Lady Falcons prevail.
All eyes will once again be on sophomore star Shaina Nitura.
After a record-breaking rookie campaign where she shattered scoring marks and took the league by storm, Nitura now enters her second year with even bigger expectations.
Can she deliver another explosive start?
Adamson will look to ride her scoring prowess as the Lady Falcons aim to avoid another slow burn season after missing out on the Final Four last year.
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Standing in their way is a retooled Ateneo squad led by veteran setter Taks Fujimoto, eager to close her collegiate career on a high note.
First serve is set for 1:00 p.m., and fans can catch the action live on One Sports and via the Pilipinas Live App.
For Adamson, it’s a chance to prove that last year’s opening win was no fluke—and that the Lady Falcons are ready to soar even higher this Season 88.
(With reports from Luisa Morales)
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[Editor's note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital with the help of AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]