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NU bounces back in UAAP men's volleyball; Adamson squads beat UP
National University (NU) secured a dominant 25-22, 25-15, 25-17 sweep against Ateneo de Manila University in the UAAP Season 86 men's volleyball tournament.
This victory marks NU's first of the season, improving their record to 1-1 after an earlier loss to UST.
Nico Almendras led NU with 18 points, while Jade Disquitado added 17 points, including two blocks and 15 excellent receptions.
NU head coach Dante Alinsunurin noted a significant increase in his players' confidence and performance compared to their previous game.
The first set was closely contested, tied at 22 points, before NU pulled ahead to secure the set and gain momentum for the rest of the match.
NU's winning streak was previously broken by UST, with their last loss before that dating back to Season 81.
NU and Ateneo now share a 1-1 record, alongside De La Salle University and Adamson University.
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