After three games of neck and neck battles against the ADMU Lady Eagles, the DLSU Lady Spikers have found an opponent worthy enough to be labeled not just as a hindrance but a legitimate threat to the elusive UAAP Season 76 Women’s Volleyball championship. After three games of breathtaking sets, both squads have proven that…
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The UAAP Women’s Volleyball season is not yet over. After a huge comeback to force a fifth set from a two sets to zero deficit, the DLSU Lady Spikers failed to seal the deal for their fourth straight championship as they bowed to the fierce ADMU Lady Eagles, 25-21, 25-23, 18-25, 16-25, 17-15. UAAP Season…
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Lady Spikers a win away from 4-peat
The pressure is on for the ADMU Lady Eagles as the DLSU Lady Spikers won the second game of the UAAP finals, and are now one game away from making history and winning their fourth championship in a row, a feat that has never been accomplished in the history of the UAAP Women’s Volleyball tourney.…
After a disappointing loss in Game One of the UAAP Women’s Volleyball Finals, the DLSU Lady Spikers rallied in Game Two, winning in four sets against the ADMU Lady Eagles, 25-14, 25-20,19-25, 26-24, last March 8 at the SMART-Araneta Coliseum. Leading the charge for the Lady Spikers was Ara Galang who scored a total of…
After weeks of anticipation, the finals of the UAAP Women’s Volleyball tournament are finally underway as the ADMU Lady Eagles drew first blood against the defending champions, the DLSU Lady Spikers. The result of this game was a shocker to La Salle fans everywhere as the Lady Eagles, who have not won a single game…
The DLSU Lady Spikers’ undefeated run is finally over. After successfully sweeping the elimination round with a clean 14-0 win-loss record, the Lady Spikers suffered their first loss of the season as the ADMU Lady Eagles took Game One of the UAAP Season 76 Women’s Volleyball finals in four sets, 17-25, 25-23, 25-13, 25-20, at…
The DLSU Lady Spikers is perhaps the most successful collegiate volleyball program in the country to date. With the team being a perennial favorite not just in the UAAP, but in almost every other league they join, the team, the players, and the coaching staff have earned the respect of the local athletic community. But…
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Taft Avenue: The second home
Every home is a special place. Whether home is in the form of a lavish house or simply on a scenic hilltop, one would need more than his ten fingers to enumerate why for them, home is best. Athletes too have considered home a special place, especially those that have had to leave their homes…
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Aglipay Oberio: The man with a plan
The DLSU Green Woodpushers and the DLSU Lady Woodpushers have been on a roll in the ongoing UAAP Season 76 Chess tournament. Both squads look to go all the way to the throne and for the Green Woodpushers, Aglipay Oberio leads the way. The powerhouse veteran has been piling up victories with ease, outwitting his…
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Abigail Maraño: The captain of all ages
Her curriculum vitae includes the UAAP Season 74 and 75 MVP, the UAAP Season 75 Best Blocker, and three consecutive UAAP championships. With all these titles under her name, the DLSU Lady Spikers’ team captain Abigail Maraño is one of the best and most respected volleyball players in recent history. If there is one reason…