Jen Nierva Explained

Jen Nierva
Full Name:Jennifer Nierva
Birth Date:8 November 1999
Nationality:Filipino
Hometown:Iloilo, Philippines
Height:5feet
Position:Libero
College:National University
Currentteam:Chery Tiggo Crossovers
Currentnumber:19
Nationalyears1:2024–present
Nationalteam1:Philippines

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]

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 from July until December 2022.

Clubs

Awards

Collegiate

YearLeagueSeason/Conference Title Ref
2022UAAP84Champions[6]
SSLChampions[7]
2023UAAPRunner-Up[8]

Clubs

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Nierva says she always knew NU would win title to usher in new era in women's volleyball. Lance. Agcaoili. Inquirer Sports. June 22, 2022. July 18, 2022.
  2. Web site: Rookie Jennifer Nierva shows leadership for NU. Bong. Lozada. Inquirer Sports. April 8, 2019. August 5, 2022.
  3. Web site: NU sweep season De La Salle to win first UAAP title in 65 years. Carlo. Anolin. Manila Bulletin. June 21, 2022. August 5, 2022.
  4. Web site: NU seniors commit for final playing year. Carlo. Anolin. Manila Bulletin. August 2, 2022. August 5, 2022.
  5. Web site: UAAP Volleyball: Eya Laure Best Scorer, Bella Belen makes case for Rookie-MVP. Lance. Agcaoili. Inquirer Sports. June 2022. July 18, 2022.
  6. Web site: NU Lady Bulldogs sweep season to end 65 years drought for UAAP volleyball title. Mark Anthony. Reyes. Inquirer Sports. June 22, 2022. July 16, 2022.
  7. Web site: Dominant NU blanks DLSU, wins Shakey's Super League. Rappler. 25 March 2023.
  8. Web site: Valencia . Justin . 2023-05-14 . La Salle storms back, completes revenge on NU for UAAP 85 crown . 2023-05-14 . Tiebreaker Times . en-US.