Santiago blossoms into true leader for NU

For years, Jaja Santiago has been National University’s mean scoring machine.

She’s more than that now.

Jaja Santiago. Inquirer.net photo

NU coach Babes Castillo said he has seen the 6-foot-5 utility spiker evolve into a strong leader for the Lady Bulldogs.

“Her maturity is really coming out,” said Castillo of the 21-year-old Santiago who, over the past year, has been part of the national team in major international competitions.

Santiago averaged 26 points during the semifinals, which saw the Lady Bulldogs sweep reigning NCAA champion Arellano University.

Author: Marc Anthony Reyes, Inquirer
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