Mapua's Volleyball Stars Shine Bright: Nicole Ong and Barbie San Andres Named NCAA Players of the Week
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Nicole Ong and Barbie San Andres of Mapua University have been recognized as the NCAA Players of the Week for their outstanding performances in the volleyball tournaments of Season 100. Ong led the women's team to significant victories, while San Andres helped the men's team maintain an undefeated record, showcasing their pivotal roles in their teams' successes.
Key Points
Nicole Ong, a middle blocker for Mapua's women's team, was instrumental in defeating three-time defending champion De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde and Perpetual, contributing significantly to her team's 7-2 record.
Barbie San Andres, an outside spiker for Mapua's men's team, led his team to a 9-0 record with standout performances including a triple-double against Benilde and a crucial win over Perpetual.
Both players were recognized as NCAA Players of the Week, with Ong defeating other notable players and San Andres edging out his competitors for the honor.
The NCAA Season 100 volleyball tournaments are currently on a break for Holy Week, with the second round of elimination set to start next week.
