The DLSU Green Spikers claimed their biggest scalp yet in the UAAP Season 88 men’s volleyball tournament, outlasting reigning champions NU Bulldogs in a dramatic five-set duel.
La Salle’s revival hit a new high — and it came at the expense of the dynasty.
The Green Spikers stunned the five-time defending champion NU Bulldogs, grinding out a 19-25, 25-20, 25-23, 22-25, 15-10 victory in their UAAP Season 88 men’s volleyball duel on Sunday, March 15, at Mall of Asia Arena.
Chris Hernandez spearheaded the charge with 18 points as the Taft-based squad continued its remarkable recovery from an 0-4 hole, winning three straight to close the first round.
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Pao Ambat earned his journalism degree from Cavite State University in 2022.
Passionate about sports from a young age, he primarily covers the NBA for One Sports, while also assisting in reporting on the PVL, PBA, UAAP, and other leagues.