Rookie playmaker Jules Tolentino continues to play a vital role in the Nxled’s unbeaten run in the ongoing 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference.  

Touted as one of the brightest young setters, Tolentino backed the hype with consistent numbers that converted into three straight victories for the solo leader Chameleons.

The No. 11 pick in the last Draft showed the way in Nxled’s sweep of Cignal in the battle of unbeaten teams on Valentine’s Day.

Orchestrating the flow of offense with precision and flair, Tolentino tallied 19 excellent sets and five points on two attacks, two kill blocks, and an ace — guiding Nxled to a 25-19, 25-22, 27-25 stunner over the Super Spikers at the Ynares Center-Antipolo.

Tolentino’s efforts were enough to earn the nod as PVL Press Corps Player of the Week presented by Pilipinas Live for the period of 10 to 14 February.

“My mindset is just to work hard, win or lose, I need to have the same attitude,” the 23-year-old setter said.

“I’m grateful for everything that’s happening, but then again, I’m not really complacent. I try to push myself every day because I want to reach my highest potential ko,” added the playmaker, who was instrumental in Petro Gazz’s 2025 Reinforced Conference conquest before the club took a leave of absence.

The former De La Salle University standout also spread the wealth, as Brooke Van Sickle and MJ Phillips each notched 14 points, Myla Pablo added 12, and Lyann De Guzman contributed nine markers to Nxled’s balanced attack.

The 6-foot-2 setter credits much of her growth to the guidance of veteran teammates, whose experience and advice have been invaluable in her continuous development.

“Thankful to my ates that they’re really used to that kind of situations so they were the ones that stepped up in taking the last points. I’m really happy I’m with veterans.” Mark Escarlote