Panique leads NU past Letran into SSL semi-finals
National University stretched its unbeaten streak to eight matches as it continued its bid for a fifth consecutive title.
National University secured a semi-final berth in the 2026 Shakey’s Super League Unity Cup after beating Letran 25-18, 25-15, 23-25, 25-19 at the Muntinlupa Sports Center. Panique led the defending champions with 15 points.
The veteran winger contributed 11 kills, two aces and two kill blocks. The Lady Bulldogs, who held a twice-to-beat advantage, remained unbeaten through eight matches and stayed in contention for a fifth successive championship.
After Letran took the third set, NU trailed 10-11 in the fourth before winning 10 of the next 11 points to move ahead 20-12. The Lady Knights mounted a late response, but NU held on to complete the four-set victory.
NU will meet either Adamson University or the University of the Philippines in a knockout semi-final, with that opponent to be decided by their quarter-final decider. The semi-finals begin on Nov. 21 at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
