Marck Espejo said that he saw striking similarities between his young self and National University-Sta. Elena rookie Michaelo Buddin, Tuesday.
Espejo finally saw Buddin up close during the HD Spikers’ 25-22, 25-22, 25-22 victory over the Nationals that helped them secure the second seed heading into the playoffs.
The former Ateneo star flashed all-around brilliance with 17 points, 19 excellent receptions, and five digs while the NU-Sta. Elena neophyte topped his team with 14 points.
“Siguro, ico-commend ko rin yung Buddin. Kasi, parang nung bata ako nakikita ko yung sarili ko sa kanya, kung paano siya mag-laro,” said Espejo after the win.
Espejo said that he sees a bright future for Buddin, who has been playing consistently for the Nationals in the 2022 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference. He also hopes that this tough loss can only strengthen the young spiker moving forward.
“I hope na maging fire sa kanya ‘to. Itong pagkatalo nila samin maging fire sa kaniya na bumawi sa next game namin and baunin niya papuntang UAAP,” said Espejo.
