February 28, 2026

UAAP: Jelai Gajero, UP Fighting Maroons out to rebound vs champion NU

UAAP: Jelai Gajero, UP Fighting Maroons out to rebound vs champion NU
Jelai Gajero and the UP Fighting Maroons are raring to get back to their winning ways with an upset vs NU. | Photo: RM Chua / One Sports

The UP Fighting Maroons attempt to bounce back from their first loss as they take on the unbeaten NU Lady Bulldogs in UAAP Season 88 at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion on Saturday, February 28.

Match time is set for 5:00 p.m., with the game to be shown live on One Sports and Pilipinas Live.

UP stumbled in its previous assignment after falling to the DLSU Lady Spikers, sliding to 2-1 in the standings.

The setback served as a wake-up call for the Maroons, who had looked sharp in their first two victories of the campaign.



Jelai Gajero will look to make a stronger impact after finishing with just four points in their last outing.

UP will need a collective lift on offense and steadier floor defense if it hopes to slow down the defending champions.

Standing in the Fighting Maroons’ way is a formidable NU side that has yet to drop a match this season.

The Lady Bulldogs improved to 3-0 following a composed win over FEU, keeping their three-peat aspirations firmly on track.

Known for their structure and composure, NU has once again showcased the qualities that made them champions.

Alexa Mata delivered seven points in their most recent victory and will seek another solid performance as NU pushes to extend its winning run.

With UP hungry to respond and NU determined to preserve its unblemished slate, both teams brace for a high-stakes early-season clash under the bright lights of Season 88.

(With reports from Luisa Morales)


[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.]

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