UAAP Volleyball Season 86

Golden Double

National University completed a Golden Double and win both Mens and Women’s Volleyball in Season 86 of UAAP volleyball.

Coming from a heartbreaking Season 85, Finals MVP Alyssa Solomon and Season 86 MVP Bella Belen dominated versus UST Golden Tigresses. This is their second championship in three seasons.

NU’s championship experience fueled them to clinch the championship in 4 sets (25-23, 23-25, 27-25, 25-16) and finally return the crown to the Jhocson-based squad.

During the post game interview, Head Coach Norman Miguel was proud of the grit and determination that the girls in Season 86.

“Ever since talaga solid yung character nila kaya kapag sinabi nilang babawi, babawi talaga I think that’s what set them apart sa iba,”

This marks as NU Women’s fourth championship while NU Men’s celebrated their four peat in the afternoon.

Solomon tallied 27 points and 4 blocks during the game and was immediately awarded Finals MVP for a consistent Game 1 and 2 contributions. Belen contributed 19 points, 11 digs and motivated the team throughout the game especially in Set 3 when NU worked their way up to secure a crucial set win.

UST made their adjustments in Game 2 as they maintained a close game in the first three sets versus NU.

Xyza Gula delivered 18 points, 11 receptions and 10 digs for the Sampaloc-based squad in the absence of a 100% Season 86 Rookie of the Year Angge Poyos who played limited minutes. Cassie Carballo contributed 16 excellent sets and crucial serves during the game. Detdet Pepito chipped in 15 digs and was all over the place with 18 receptions.

Despite the loss, Head Coach Kung Fu Reyes is still proud of UST’s achievements throughout the season.

"Sabi nga namin sa dugout kanina, proud kami sa mga bagets na 'to, na nilaban hanggang sa dulo pero talagang kapos lang gaya ng sinasabi natin,"

NU will tightly defend the crown and UST will comeback stronger in Season 87.

-Eunice Mendoza, Via eXis Sports

Photo: Mark Tubig

Photo: Mark Tubig