The Lady Spikers proved they can excel on the taraflex while keeping up with their academics, as most of their members were recently named Dean’s Listers in Term 2 at De La Salle University.

In a social media post on the team’s official page Tuesday, April 28, the Taft-based squad showcased its players who thrived in their respective courses, earning spots on the honor roll for the 2025-26 school year’s second term.

Amie Provido, who is poised to receive her second Best Middle Blocker plum, impressed after being cited as first honor together with Shane Reterta, Lyka Mae De Leon, Althea Cabradilla, Jhianna De Jesus, Dominique Caringal, Julia Rodriguez, Cassandra Deleste, Irina Escandor, Angel Ewis, Francesca Rodriguez, Jessa Santos, Riane Cortez, and Ashley Macalinao.

For the second honorees, Shevana Laput headlines the group alongside Mikee Santos, Eshana Nunag, Mikole Reyes, Ashlee Buenaventura, and Ella De Guzman.

“From powerful spikes to academic heights, the DLSU Lady Spikers prove they can dominate anywhere, bringing the same discipline, focus, and heart from the court into the classroom,” the team wrote. “Making the Dean’s List this Term 2 AY 25-26, they show that excellence isn’t limited to one arena—it’s a mindset. Winning both in the game and in their studies.

Angel Canino and Lilay Del Castillo were the only members not included in the list.

More than a week ago, the well-recharged La Salle swept the eliminations to complete a 14-0 record, enough to seize an outright Finals berth.

With two wins away from reclaiming the UAAP crown, Canino and the Lady Spikers are set for a title clash either against the reigning champion National University Lady Bulldogs, who are awaiting in Round 2, or the Adamson Lady Falcons and University of Santo Tomas, who are duking it out this Wednesday, April 29, in the stepladder opener.