The Adamson Lady Falcons strengthened their grip on a Final Four spot after sweeping the UP Fighting Maroons, 25-19, 25-18, 25-16, in the UAAP Season 88 Women’s Volleyball Tournament at the Quadricentennial Pavilion.
In the third set, the Lady Falcons and the Fighting Maroons exchanged points, tying the game at 11-all. However, Shaina Nitura, Joy Aseo, and Frances Mordi sparked a 14-5 run that completely shut the door on the Fighting Maroons.
With the loss, the Fighting Maroons were also eliminated from Final Four contention.
“We stuck lang talaga sa pinag-trainingan namin during the preparation namin. We always tell the players na mag-stay always focused and locked in, kasi anything can happen,” said Lady Falcons head coach JP Yude.
Shaina Nitura Leads the Way for Adamson
Nitura led Adamson with 26 points built on 23 attacks and 3 blocks, along with 6 excellent digs and 6 excellent receptions. Aseo added 10 points highlighted by 4 service aces, while Mordi and Eloi Dote chipped in solid support as well.
Fhei Sagaysay had 21 excellent sets and added 4 points, while Althea Aposaga manned the backline with 10 excellent digs and 7 excellent receptions.
For the Fighting Maroons, Kianne Olango was the lone bright spot with 13 points, as Irah Jaboneta and Niña Ytang were limited to 5 and 4 points, respectively.
The Lady Falcons will try to secure their Final Four spot against fellow contender FEU Lady Tamaraws on Saturday, April 18, at 5:00 p.m. at the Quadricentennial Pavilion. Meanwhile, the Fighting Maroons will end their season against another Final Four contender, the UST Golden Tigresses, on Sunday, April 19, at 1:00 p.m. at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
