Historic MVP triumphs for Nitura and Hernandez in V-League

History was made in the 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge as Adamson University’s Shaina Nitura and De La Salle University’s Chris Hernandez became the first players from their respective schools to capture the Most Valuable Player (MVP) honors.

Both standouts powered their teams to the Finals, with Nitura leading the Lady Falcons’ unbeaten nine-game run, while Hernandez carried a revamped Green Spikers squad with his all-around brilliance and leadership.

Nitura, a 20-year-old outside hitter from Cainta, Rizal, proved to be a force on both ends of the court. She finished as the second-highest scorer in the women’s division with 119 points (107 attacks, six blocks, six aces) and ranked among the top 10 in spiking, receiving, and digging. Her consistency was instrumental in Adamson’s dominant campaign.

Hernandez, meanwhile, filled the void left by key La Salle veterans, delivering a breakout season. The De La Salle Lipa product placed fourth in scoring with 107 points (89 attacks, nine blocks, nine aces) and topped the league in serving efficiency. His balanced game also earned him top-five finishes in receiving, digging, and spiking—solidifying his status as the tournament’s most complete player.

Nitura and Hernandez also led the V-League Supreme Teams of their divisions, alongside a host of standout performers from other schools.

In the women’s lineup, Adamson’s Felicity Sagaysay (Best Setter) and Abegail Segui (Best Opposite Spiker) joined Nitura, along with FEU’s Gerzel Petallo and Jaz Ellarina, CSB’s Zam Nolasco, and Arellano’s Harem Ceballos.

For the men, Hernandez was joined by La Salle’s Issa Ousseini and Sherwin Retiro, FEU’s Lirick Mendoza, UST’s Gboy de Vega and Dux Yambao, and Ateneo’s Amil Pacinio—a star-studded cast highlighting the league’s rising talent.

Their performances not only defined an exciting collegiate season but also signaled the emergence of a new generation of volleyball greats in the Philippines.