Shaina Nitura: From Record-Breaking Rookie to Volleyball Phenom
Source: news.source.inquirer
Shaina Nitura, the UAAP Season 87 Rookie of the Year from Adamson Lady Falcons, has shattered records in her debut season, amassing the most points in a game, a season, and the most 30-point games in a UAAP women’s volleyball tournament. As she gears up for her sophomore year, expectations are high for the 20-year-old outside hitter who is also part of the Alas Pilipinas training pool.
Key Points
Shaina Nitura set records for the most points in a game, season, and the most 30-point games in a UAAP women's volleyball tournament during her rookie year.
She broke the rookie scoring record with a 33-point debut and surpassed single-game scoring records previously held by Alyssa Valdez and Sisi Rondina.
Nitura's performance earned her the UAAP Season 87 Rookie of the Year award and a spot in the Alas Pilipinas training pool.
Her coach, Ramil de Jesus, praised her attacking variations and bravery, while peers and competitors like Angel Canino and Benson Bocboc acknowledged her scoring prowess.
Nitura aims to build on her success to help Adamson achieve a better finish in her upcoming sophomore season.
