Adamson University made quick work of Mapua University, 25-15, 25-23, 25-11, to secure the first semifinal spot in the 2025 V-League Women’s Collegiate Challenge on Sunday morning at the Paco Arena Sports and Events Center in Manila.
Fresh off a sweep of the Arellano University Lady Chiefs yesterday, the Lady Falcons leaned on the stellar play of Shaina Nitura, Abby Segui, and Fhei Sagaysay to survive a tight second set and extend their winning streak to five games in the eight-team tournament organized by Sports Vision.
Nitura, the UAAP Season 87 Rookie of the Year, delivered 18 points on 16 attacks and two blocks, along with five excellent digs, while Segui added 12 points on 11 attacks. With the victory, Adamson solidified its hold on first place with an unbeaten 5-0 record.
In the other game, University of Perpetual Help System DALTA strengthened its semifinals hopes with a convincing sweep of Ateneo, 25-16, 30-28, 25-19.
Reeling from a narrow five-set defeat to Letran last August 23, the Lady Altas got timely heroics from Shaila Omipon and Geraldine Palacio to complete an epic second-set comeback, sealing a crucial victory and keeping their playoff bid alive in the eight-team tournament organized by Sports Vision.
Omipon led the charge with 11 points, including nine attacks and two aces, complemented by 11 excellent digs and seven excellent receptions.
With the win, Perpetual improved to a 2-3 record, moving just one game behind Letran (2-2) for fourth place.
