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Bulldogs survive Chiefs in V-League Collegiate Challenge opener
The National University (NU) Bulldogs commenced their 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge campaign with a hard-fought five-set victory against the Arellano University Chiefs.
The reigning five-time UAAP champions secured the win with set scores of 25-18, 23-25, 25-20, 21-25, 15-9.
Mac Arvin Bandola led NU in scoring with 18 points, primarily from attacks, while Luke Anton Carl Macatangay added 17 points.
Jan Abanilla contributed 13 points, and team captain Jenngerard Amfranz Diao and Obed Mukaba each scored 10 points.
NU coach Dante Alinsunurin attributed the win to their superior receiving efficiency in the crucial final moments of the match.
The Bulldogs are aiming for their second V-League crown in four years.
Arellano University, with Arman Clarence Guinto and CJ Dominguito as key players, managed to win the second set.
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