Kiesha Bedonia and the PLDT High Speed Hitters dismantled the Strong Group Athletics, gaining crucial ground in the Final Four race and stretching their win streak to five in the 2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference.
The PLDT High Speed Hitters continue to blaze a trail of victories late in the elimination round of the 2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference after taking down the Strong Group Athletics, 25-12, 25-21, 25-17, at the PhilSports Arena on Tuesday night.
With the sweep, the High Speed Hitters stretched their winning streak to five, rising to 7-1 for solo second place with 20 points, just behind the idle Choco Mucho Flying Titans, who also hold an identical 7-1 slate but with 21 points.
PLDT asserted its dominance early on, banking on its starters to secure an early buffer.
With momentum on their side, the High Speed Hitters showcased their depth in the succeeding frames, shuffling their deck of aces and allowing the second stringers to hold off SGA.
Kiesha Bedonia stepped up with a game-high 16 points, to go along with eight receptions.
Shiela Kiseo and Jules Samonte also made their presence felt, supplementing 11 points apiece.
Rachel Austero pitched in seven points, while Jessey de Leon contributed five markers.
Rhea Dimaculangan ably distributed the wealth as she fanned out 12 excellent sets for the High Speed Hitters, who overwhelmed SGA with a 50-28 spiking differential.
SGA remained winless in eight matches.
No player from the losing side breached double-digit territory, with Sheeka Espinosa and Dolly Versoza top scoring for SGA with 6 points each.
PLDT seeks to further establish its ground in the semis race when it takes on fellow contender Chery Tiggo on April 16, Tuesday.
SGA, on the other hand, continues its pursuit of a breakthrough when it tries to pull off an upset over Choco Mucho on April 13, Saturday.
Both matches will be held at the same Pasig venue.