Aishat Bello Shines as NU Lady Bulldogs Triumph Over UE in UAAP Volleyball
Source: news.source.inquirer
In the UAAP Season 87 women's volleyball tournament, Aishat Bello stepped up for the National University Lady Bulldogs, filling in for the injured Alyssa Solomon. Bello, originally a middle blocker, played as an opposite spiker and contributed significantly with nine points in a decisive victory against the University of the East. The match, held at Philsports Arena, resulted in a 25-8, 25-22, 25-12 win for NU, helping them recover from a previous loss and move closer to securing a twice-to-beat advantage.
Key Points
Aishat Bello filled in for Alyssa Solomon, who was out due to a left ankle sprain.
Bello, a second-year Nigerian student-athlete, transitioned from middle blocker to opposite spiker and scored nine points in the match.
NU defeated UE with a score of 25-8, 25-22, 25-12 at Philsports Arena.
Rookie Celine Marsh also contributed with seven points and five excellent receptions.
The win helped NU recover from a previous loss and improved their record to 10-2, nearing a twice-to-beat advantage.
