NU’s Lams Lamina keeps herself ahead of reigning UAAP Best Setter Cassie Carballo based on the numbers after Round 1 of UAAP Season 87 women's volleyball..
With the first round of UAAP Season 87 in the books, the league’s top setters have showcased their playmaking skills, as they played the role of floor general to keep their teams in the hunt for a Final Four spot.
As the second round begins this weekend, here’s a look at the best setters in the women’s tournament through seven games:
Lams Lamina (NU)– 5.08 excellent sets per set
NU’s veteran setter Lams Lamina currently leads the league in setting efficiency at the halfway mark of the season. In a 7-0 clinching win over the weekend, she dished out 33 excellent sets in a five-setter against UST, ensuring four Lady Bulldogs finished in double digits.
As they seek to defend the crown, NU remains the best setting team in the tournament, thanks to Lamina’s precise playmaking.
Cassie Carballo (UST) – 4.62 excellent sets per set
Reigning UAAP Best Setter Cassie Carballo has been the steady floor general for UST.
In a showdown against Lamina, she recorded 27 excellent sets in UST’s five-set loss to NU. Carballo’s ability to dictate the Golden Tigresses’ offense has them among the league’s top contenders.
Mikole Reyes (DLSU) – 4.00 excellent sets per set
La Salle’s rookie setter Mikole Reyes has stepped up in a big way, helping stabilize the Lady Spikers after a slow start. After getting the feel of it in La Salle’s first few games, she ended Round 1 strong, tallying over 20 excellent sets in multiple wins for La Salle in their previous outings.
Reyes has proven she can compete with the best, making her one of the key playmakers to watch in Round 2.
Faye Sagaysay (Adamson) – 3.89 excellent sets per set
Former UAAP Girls’ Volleyball Best Setter Faye Sagaysay is making a smooth transition to the collegiate level for Adamson. Her standout performance came early in the year during Adamson’s sweep of UE, where she registered 15 excellent sets.
Despite some recent struggles for Adamson, Sagaysay continues to be a bright spot for the Lady Falcons as they battle for a postseason push.
Tin Ubaldo (FEU) – 3.86 excellent sets per set
Count on Tin Ubaldo for FEU as the Lady Tamaraws’ playmaker has been a steady force in orchestrating their offense. In their intense five-set clash with NU, she dished out 21 excellent sets, leading a balanced attack despite the loss.
With FEU in the thick of the Final Four race, Ubaldo’s role will be crucial in the second round.
As the UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball tournament heads into Round 2 this weekend, these setters will continue to be key in their teams’ championship aspirations.
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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.]