Jen Nierva

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Jen Nierva
Personal information
Full nameJennifer Nierva
NationalityFilipino
Born (1999-11-08) November 8, 1999 (age 24)
HometownIloilo, Philippines
Height5 ft 4 in (1.63 m)
College / University National University
Volleyball information
Position Libero
Current team Chery Tiggo Crossovers
Number19
National team
2024–present Philippines
Honours
Women's volleyball
Representing Flag of the Philippines.svg  Philippines
Asian Challenge Cup
Bronze medal icon (B initial).svg 2024 Manila Team
SEA V.League
Bronze medal icon (B initial).svg 2024 Vĩnh Phúc Leg 1
Bronze medal icon (B initial).svg 2024 Nakhon Ratchasima Leg 2

Jennifer Nierva (born November 8, 1999) is a Filipina volleyball player. She is currently playing for the Chery Tiggo Crossovers in the Premier Volleyball League. [1]

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Career

Collegiate

Nierva played for the Lady Bulldogs of the National University from 2019–2023. She plays as the Libero of the team. [2]

In 2022, she won the Best Libero Award in the UAAP Season 84 volleyball tournaments and her team National University won the title after 65 years. [3]

Unlike her teammate Ivy Lacsina, she, Princess Robles, and Joyme Cagande played their final playing year in the UAAP Season 85. They finished in second place after losing to DLSU Lady Spikers. [4]

Personal life

Nierva took a degree in financial management at National University and currently taking AB Communications.

Nierva dated ECHO Philippines player Yawi until 2023. [5]

Clubs

Awards

Individual

YearLeagueSeason/ConferenceAwardRef
2022 UAAP 84 Best Libero [6]

Collegiate

YearLeagueSeason/ConferenceTitleRef
2022 UAAP 84 Champions [7]
SSL Pre-Season Champions [8]
2023 UAAP 85 Runner-Up [9]

Clubs

YearLeagueSeason/ConferenceClubTitleRef
2024PNVF Champions League (Women) Chery Tiggo Crossovers 3rd place

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References

  1. Agcaoili, Lance (June 22, 2022). "Nierva says she always knew NU would win title to usher in new era in women's volleyball". Inquirer Sports. Retrieved July 18, 2022.
  2. Lozada, Bong (April 8, 2019). "Rookie Jennifer Nierva shows leadership for NU". Inquirer Sports. Retrieved August 5, 2022.
  3. Anolin, Carlo (June 21, 2022). "NU sweep season De La Salle to win first UAAP title in 65 years". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved August 5, 2022.
  4. Anolin, Carlo (August 2, 2022). "NU seniors commit for final playing year". Manila Bulletin. Retrieved August 5, 2022.
  5. "The most controversial breakups in Philippine sports". Spin.ph. March 19, 2024. Retrieved September 29, 2024.
  6. Agcaoili, Lance (June 2022). "UAAP Volleyball: Eya Laure Best Scorer, Bella Belen makes case for Rookie-MVP". Inquirer Sports. Retrieved July 18, 2022.
  7. Reyes, Mark Anthony (June 22, 2022). "NU Lady Bulldogs sweep season to end 65 years drought for UAAP volleyball title". Inquirer Sports. Retrieved July 16, 2022.
  8. "Dominant NU blanks DLSU, wins Shakey's Super League". Rappler. November 19, 2022. Retrieved March 25, 2023.
  9. Valencia, Justin (May 14, 2023). "La Salle storms back, completes revenge on NU for UAAP 85 crown". Tiebreaker Times. Retrieved May 14, 2023.