As the UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball comes to an end, attention has quickly shifted from championship celebrations to career-defining decisions.
For some players, the next chapter is already clear — the professional stage awaits. For others, one more season in the collegiate spotlight remains possible. And then there is the unique case of the newly crowned champions from De La Salle University Lady Spikers, whose future continues to fuel intrigue after ending the season with perfection.
Fresh off a dominant 16-0 campaign that culminated in reclaiming the UAAP crown, the Lady Spikers left fans speculating after their now-viral post-game “archer stance” celebration.
Traditionally, graduating players stand at the center of the formation, but this time, no one occupied the middle spot. The gesture immediately sparked conversations that La Salle’s core could return intact for Season 89.
Notably, Angel Canino, Amie Provido, Lyka de Leon, and Shevana Laput all remain eligible for another year, leaving the possibility of a title-defense campaign very much alive.
After La Salle completed its championship conquest against National University Lady Bulldogs in Game 2 of the Finals, Canino revealed that the decision behind the formation came from head coach Ramil de Jesus, adding even more mystery to the plans of the team’s senior stars.
While La Salle’s future remains open-ended, several of the league’s other stars are already preparing to close their collegiate chapters.
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ARCHER STANCE FOR NONE; LAMS BOWS OUT
No one stood at the center of La Salle’s storied Archer Stance after their Season 88 title win.
On the other end, Lams Lamina bade farewell to NU. #UAAPSeason88 @spinph pic.twitter.com/W7XFKOAFIG
— John Mark Garcia (@johnmarkdg_) May 9, 2026
For National University, the season marked the emotional farewell of veteran setter Lams Lamina, who wrapped up her five-year UAAP journey after the Lady Bulldogs settled for runner-up honors against La Salle. Despite falling short in the Finals, Lamina leaves behind a decorated legacy as one of NU’s steady leaders during its recent rise back into contention.
Meanwhile, NU captain Vange Alinsug now finds herself at a major crossroads. The rising star admitted that her next move remains undecided as she weighs two different paths — returning to lead the Lady Bulldogs’ redemption bid in Season 89 or following Lamina into the professional ranks.
The second runner up, University of Santo Tomas Golden Tigresses, is already beginning to take shape.
The Tigresses are set to lose longtime captain and defensive anchor Detdet Pepito after completing her five playing years with the program.
At the same time, Jonna Perdido and Xyza Gula are preparing to make the jump to the professional level, with both expected to continue their careers in the Premier Volleyball League.
Still, UST retains a key piece for next season as Regine Jurado committed to stay for her fifth year, giving the Tigresses an experienced presence as they attempt another Final Four push.
Moreover, University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons standout Niña Ytang ended her collegiate run by cementing her reputation as one of the league’s premier middle blockers.
Ytang captured her fourth UAAP Best Middle Blocker award before turning her focus toward the professional ranks and life beyond collegiate volleyball.
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