The NU Lady Bulldogs are on pace for back-to-back titles after a round 1 sweep of the UAAP Season 87 women's volleyball tournament.
The first round of UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball saw NU dominate once again, while La Salle and UST continue to battle for position behind them.
With the Final Four race expected to heat up, here’s how each team fared at the halfway point of Season 87:
NU Lady Bulldogs (7-0)
NU completed a flawless first round, securing an unbeaten record with a statement win over UST in a Finals rematch. The defending champions remain the gold standard heading into round 2.
DLSU Lady Spikers (5-2)
After a shaky start, La Salle found its rhythm, closing the first round with four straight wins. Their late surge allowed them to overtake UST for the no. 2 spot via points.
UST Golden Tigresses (5-2)
UST looked strong with a five-game winning streak but stumbled in a five-set thriller against NU to close round 1. They’ll look to bounce back as they continue to push for a top-two finish.
FEU Lady Tamaraws (4-3)
FEU was building momentum with three straight wins before La Salle halted their streak. Despite the setback, the Lady Tamaraws remain a strong Final Four contender.
UP Fighting Maroons (3-4)
UP endured a rough stretch with four straight losses but the Fighting Maroons salvaged their round 1 campaign with a much-needed win over Adamson. They’re still in the mix for a playoff spot.
Ateneo Blue Eagles (2-5)
It’s been a challenging season for Ateneo, with three players suffering season-ending injuries. However, the Blue Eagles managed to pick up a morale-boosting win over UE before the halfway mark.
Adamson Lady Falcons (2-5)
Rookie sensation Shaina Nitura has been a bright spot, setting a UAAP record with 38 points against UP. However, Adamson has struggled to turn individual performances into wins, dropping four straight to end the round.
UE Lady Warriors (0-7)
UE finished round 1 winless, struggling to find consistency. They’ll need a massive turnaround in the second round to climb out of the cellar.
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[Editor's note: This article was generated by a member of the One Sports Digital team using AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]