NU Bulldogs Dominate Game 1 Against UST in UAAP Men’s Volleyball Finals
With star spiker Buds Buddin back in full health, the NU Bulldogs return to their near-untouchable form, just in time to ramp up their UAAP men’s volleyball title four-peat bid at UST’s expense.
Game Summary
Pulling one game closer to a four-peat, the NU Bulldogs promised to keep their foot on the gas as they surged to a dominant 25-17, 26-24, 25-19 sweep against the UST Golden Spikers in Game 1 of the UAAP Season 86 men’s volleyball finals.
Player Performance
- Buds Buddin and Nico Almendras controlled the tempo for the Bulldogs with 16 points apiece, while Leo Aringo added 15 markers.
- Buddin, who missed NU’s last two elimination-round assignments against UST, has since been NU’s main offensive weapon since returning from injury.
Coach’s Perspective
“We want to continue what we are doing,” said NU head coach Dante Alinsunurin. “Although there were mistakes on our part, I always tell my players to focus on what we can control and what we want to achieve here.”
Game Analysis
NU had more attacks, 46-39, and more blocks, 12-5, than UST to dominate Game 1.
Game 2 is scheduled on Wednesday, May 15, at the Mall of Asia Arena.
