Three-peat seeking NU targets a fourth straight win as the Lady Bulldogs take on the UP Fighting Maroons in UAAP Season 88 women's volleyball.
Defending champions NU Lady Bulldogs look to keep their perfect start intact as they collide with the UP Fighting Maroons in UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball action on Saturday, February 28.
The 5:00 p.m. showdown at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion pits an unbeaten NU squad against a UP side eager to recover from its first taste of defeat this season.
NU has lived up to its billing early on, racing to a 3-0 record behind disciplined play and championship poise.
Still in pursuit of a historic three-peat, the Lady Bulldogs have shown depth and composure in closing out tight stretches.
Alexa Mata will aim to build on her recent outing after scoring seven points in NU’s latest victory over FEU.
As the Lady Bulldogs continue to fine-tune their rotation, Mata’s steady contributions could once again prove pivotal in maintaining their momentum.
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Across the net, however, stands a determined UP side.
The Fighting Maroons dropped to 2-1 after absorbing a setback against the DLSU Lady Spikers — a sobering result that snapped their early-season surge.
UP will now be hard-pressed to respond against the league’s reigning champions.
Jelai Gajero is expected to step up after being limited to just four points in their last outing against La Salle.
For the Maroons to challenge NU’s system, they will need a more assertive presence on offense and sharper execution in crucial moments.
With NU eyeing a fourth straight win and UP seeking redemption, expect a spirited battle at the Quadricentennial Pavilion.
(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.]