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NU Lady Bulldogs close in on semis berth
The National University (NU) Lady Bulldogs secured their eighth win in the UAAP Season 86 women's volleyball tournament by sweeping the University of the East (UE) Lady Warriors with set scores of 25-14, 25-14, and 25-12.
The victory brought NU closer to securing a Final Four berth, needing just one more win.
Alyssa Jae Solomon led the NU offense with 14 points, while Evangeline Alinsug and Minerva Maaya contributed nine and eight points, respectively.
Bella Belen delivered an impressive performance with 13 points, 10 excellent receptions, and 10 digs, emphasizing her focus on contributing to the team beyond just attacking.
Solomon highlighted the team's dedication during Holy Week training as a factor in their success.
NU's season record improved to 8-2, while UE's record dropped to 2-7.
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