The NU Lady Bulldogs give an early snapshot of their sustained dominance at the UAAP Season 85 women's volleyball tournament after blowing out fellow contender Ateneo Blue Eagles. UAAPSeason85
MANILA, Philippines – The NU Lady Bulldogs got the ball rolling in their UAAP women’s volleyball title defense with an opening-day mauling of the Ateneo Blue Eagles, 25-15, 25-20, 25-16, at the Mall of Asia Arena on Saturday, February 25.
Best Setter Lams Lamina talled 17 excellent sets in the balanced offensive showing, as reigning MVP Bella Belen shone in a supporting role with 8 points off 6 attacks and 2 of the team’s 10 aces. Just when the game seemed over as the Lady Bulldogs clinched match point, 24-11, the Blue Eagles reignited their fans’ hopes after suddenly saving 5 match points in a 7-1 run overall to get within 16-24.
“I thank the Lord because we quickly got the win. This is a big thing for us,” said NU head coach Karl Dimaculangan in Filipino after his team’s 19th straight win dating back to 2020.
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