Author: Gavin Jezter Castro

Playing catch-up: Is the Philippines falling behind Asia’s rising volleyball programs?

As Asian counterparts build lasting success, the Philippine volleyball program grapples with instability, government woes, and constant resets.

UAAP: Lady Spikers wield 13th championship cachet in 3-0 rout of Lady Bulldogs to finalize Season 88 sweep

The DLSU Lady Spikers stood atop the mountain once again, reclaiming the throne after completing a series sweep against the NU Lady Bulldogs, 25-22, 25-16, 25-16, in Game 2 of the UAAP Season 88 Women’s Volleyball Tournament yesterday, May 9, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Unflappable in their pursuit, the Green-and-White operated with […]

Legacy in contention: The 13th seal of reclamation and the three-peat continuum

Fortified by every doubt, twist, and turn, the Lady Spikers stand at the grandest stage in UAAP volleyball for the 22nd time to answer history’s call.

UAAP: La Salle staves off NU’s 2-1 set scare, completes Elimination Round sweep en route to 22nd Finals appearance

The DLSU Lady Spikers powered through every doubt and miscue with pure heart and discipline, booking their 22nd and 16th straight Finals appearance after overcoming the defending champions NU Lady Bulldogs in a five-set classic, 27-25, 15-25, 23-25, 25-23, 15-13, last night, April 19, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.  Shane Reterta’s all-around explosion […]

The future chased by the girls in green

Defying expectations and breaking barriers, Abcd Agamanos and Xiandi Chua forge a new path for the next generation of Lasallian women.

UAAP: With a flawless 10-0 slate, Lady Spikers’ decisive sweep over UP earns 16th straight Final Four berth 

With both squads vying for a coveted Final Four berth, the DLSU Lady Spikers relied on steadiness to subdue the hungry UP Fighting Maroons in straight sets, 25-15, 25-18, 25-20, in the UAAP Season 88 Women’s Volleyball Tournament earlier today at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion. In maintaining their unblemished record, Eshana Nunag deftly piloted La […]

UAAP: Lady Spikers display poise in third-set scare, overcoming UST’s tenacity in Round 2 showing 

The red-hot DLSU Lady Spikers claimed a sound victory over the UST Golden Tigresses in four sets, 25-12, 18-25, 25-23, 25-14, in the UAAP Season 88 Women’s Volleyball Tournament earlier today, March 25, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Leading the way for the Lady Spikers was Player of the Game Angel Canino, who bagged 17 […]

UAAP: Lady Spikers awaken from a dropped set, rallying with resolve to topple ADMU in four

Unleashing a barrage of arrows, the DLSU Lady Spikers continued their dominant start to the season, winning against rivals ADMU Blue Eagles in four sets, 25-14, 21-25, 25-15, 25-17, in the UAAP Season 88 Women’s Volleyball Tournament earlier today, March 1, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Imposing her will at the net, Lilay Del Castillo […]

UAAP: Laput and Nunag pull the strings, steamrolling UST in straight sets, 25-14, 25-15, 26-24

The DLSU Lady Spikers asserted their dominance over the UST Golden Tigresses, taming their rivals in straight sets, 25-14, 25-15, 26-24, in Round One of the UAAP Season 88 Women’s Volleyball Tournament earlier tonight, February 22, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Rookie setter Eshana Nunag was hailed Player of the Game, orchestrating 16 […]

Team Preview: Lady Spikers gear up for S88 redemption, blending fresh faces with newfound grit

Driven by loose ends and a full-circle quest for gold, consecutive heartbreaks fuel the DLSU Lady Spikers as they head into the UAAP Season 88.