American import Oluoma Okaro delivered 16 points from 14 attacks, a block, and an ace for the Akari Chargers.
The Akari Chargers wasted no time welcoming import Oluoma Okaro, as the American spiker exploded in her debut performance, powering them to a hard-fought 25-18, 27-25, 22-25, 25-14 victory over the Capital1 Solar Spikers in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference opener on Thursday, July 18th at the PhilSports Arena.
Okaro, a force to be reckoned with from the get-go, earned Player of the Game honors with a dominant 16-point showing. Her offensive prowess was on full display, as she hammered down 14 attacks, while adding a service ace and a block to her stat line.
The Chargers, led by coach Takahiro Minowa, raced to a 2-0 set lead, showcasing the immediate impact of Okara's presence.
However, Capital1 refused to go down quietly. They battled back in the third set, overcoming an early deficit and forcing a deuce at 11-all. Marina Tushova, the Capital1 import, stepped up with crucial points to steal the set, extending the match.
Undeterred, Okaro rallied her teammates in the fourth set. The Chargers regained their composure and dominated behind her firepower. They rode the momentum to a convincing 25-14 win, securing their first victory in the Conference.