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NU beats UE, gains share of lead in UAAP men's volleyball
National University (NU) and La Salle have forced a three-way tie for the top spot in the UAAP Season 86 men's volleyball tournament with identical 5-1 win-loss records, joining idle Far Eastern University.
The NU Bulldogs secured their fifth consecutive victory by sweeping the University of the East Red Warriors with set scores of 25-23, 25-13, and 25-12.
Rwenzmel Taguibolos was a standout player for NU, delivering 13 points with seven blocks and a perfect attack record.
Jade Disquitado contributed 15 points for the Bulldogs, supported by Nico Almendras with 14 points and Joshua Retamar with 21 excellent sets.
NU's coach Dante Alinsunurin praised his team for executing the game plan and overcoming errors, noting their 17 total blocks against UE's four.
The Bulldogs are set to face La Salle next Saturday in their final first-round game, which will be a crucial match for the top position.
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