UAAP Season 88 fires off on Saturday, with a blockbuster opening weekend in the Collegiate Volleyball Tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.
The women’s competition begins at 1 p.m. with the University of the Philippines set to showcase transferees Casiey Dongallo and Jelai Gajero alongside super seniors Nina Ytang and Irah Jaboneta against rebuilding University of the East.
At 3 p.m., reigning MVP Angel Canino leads De La Salle University as the Lady Spikers launch their redemption bid against Tin Ubaldo and Far Eastern University.
GAME UPDATE:
UP men's team WINS in five grueling sets against UE.
FEU men's squad sweeps La Salle.
The men’s division will feature the same pairings earlier in the day, with matches scheduled at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Action continues on Sunday as double champion National University begins its title defenses against University of Santo Tomas, with the Bulldogs facing the Golden Spikers at 11 a.m. and the Lady Bulldogs taking on the Golden Tigresses at 3 p.m.
In the women’s curtain-raiser on Sunday, Shaina Nitura and Adamson University square off against Ateneo de Manila University at 1 p.m.
“As we open the second semester of UAAP Season 88, we are filled with excitement to once again witness our student-athletes compete at the highest level of collegiate volleyball. This season’s theme 'Strength in Motion, Hope in Action' reflects the purpose that our student-athletes bring onto the court—moving forward together while inspiring hope within our schools and communities," said UAAP Season 88 president Fr. Rodel Casancio, OP.
As the UAAP's broadcast partner, Cignal continues to provide opportunities for UAAP student-athletes through its live game coverage and shows.
Catch UAAP game live on free-to-air television via One Sports every Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday. Games will also be broadcast live in high definition on the UAAP Varsity Channel and streamed via the Pilipinas Live app, which will offer video-on-demand access for UAAP fans around the world.
