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With nerves of steel, NU Lady Bulldogs reclaim UAAP crown
The NU Lady Bulldogs have reclaimed the UAAP women's volleyball championship, sweeping the UST Golden Tigresses in the Season 86 finals.
NU secured their fourth title by winning Game 2 with set scores of 25-23, 23-25, 27-25, and 25-16 at the Mall of Asia Arena.
This victory marks NU's second title in three consecutive finals appearances, with their previous championship in Season 84 achieved undefeated.
Alyssa Solomon was awarded Finals MVP, contributing 27 points in Game 2, while Season MVP Bella Belen, who led the team offensively and defensively, earned her second MVP award.
UST, who last won the championship 14 years ago in Season 72, was affected by an injury to their top performer, Angge Poyos, during Game 1.
The finals match drew 22,515 fans, setting a new record for the highest season crowd turnout.
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