November 12, 2024

Coolest Queens: Meet the MVPs behind Creamline’s PVL championship dynasty

Coolest Queens: Meet the MVPs behind Creamline’s PVL championship dynasty
The MVPs of the Creamline Cool Smashers. | Art by Mitzi Solano/One Sports

As the Creamline Cool Smashers bask in the glory of their tenth championship and a historic PVL grand slam, it's not just the titles that are remarkable—each player is a shining gem in her own right. 

Their incredible journey is highlighted by the coolest queens of the court, who have earned both the MVP and Finals MVP accolades in the PVL. 

As we celebrate this monumental achievement, let’s take an extended look back at the individual brilliance and unmatched talent that define these standout champions.

Alyssa Valdez 

  • 2017 PVL Reinforced Conference Most Valuable Player
  • 2018 PVL Open Conference Most Valuable Player
  • 2019 PVL Reinforced Conference Most Valuable Player
  • 2022 PVL Open Conference Finals Most Valuable Player

Creamline's captain, Alyssa Valdez, has solidified her status as a Filipina volleyball legend, proving her worth time and again. From earning MVP honors in the very first PVL season to securing three MVP titles and one Finals MVP, the Phenom is undeniably the cornerstone of the Cool Smashers’ success. 


Jema Galanza

  • 2019 PVL Open Conference Most Valuable Player
  • 2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference Finals Most Valuable Player

Jema Galanza, the standout outside spiker for the Creamline Cool Smashers, is fast becoming one of the league's brightest stars. With both MVP and Finals MVP titles under her belt, this rising talent is set to propel the Cool Smashers to even greater heights and add more accolades to their already impressive collection. 


Tots Carlos

  • 2022 PVL Open Conference Most Valuable Player
  • 2022 PVL Invitational Conference Most Valuable Player
  • 2023 PVL First All-Filipino Conference Most Valuable Player
  • 2023 PVL Second All-Filipino Conference Finals Most Valuable Player

Tots Carlos has been the linchpin for the Creamline Cool Smashers, with her remarkable plays, ensuring they stay cool under pressure. Her positive mindset and stellar performances were pivotal in securing their ninth championship glory. With MVP and Finals MVP awards rightfully in her hands, Carlos’s contributions are nothing short of deserving and legendary.


Jia Morado-De Guzman

  • 2018 PVL Reinforced Conference Finals Most Valuable Player
  • 2018 PVL Open Conference Finals Most Valuable Player
  • 2019 PVL Open Conference Finals Most Valuable Player
  • 2023 PVL All-Filipino Conference Finals Most Valuable Player

Jia Morado-De Guzman has been the driving force behind the Creamline Cool Smashers, shining with her exceptional setting and playmaking skills. Not only has she earned Best Setter accolades, but she’s also been named Finals MVP four times. Imagine her growth as she hones her skills with Alas Pilipinas and the Denso Airybees in the Japan SV.League.


Ced Domingo 

  • 2022 PVL Invitational Conference Finals Most Valuable Player

While Ced Domingo has now joined the Akari Chargers, her legacy with the Creamline Cool Smashers remains unforgettable. She became the first Creamline middle blocker to secure an MVP award in the finals against Kingwhale Taipei.


Bernadeth Pons

  • 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference Most Valuable Player
  • 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference Finals Most Valuable Player

MVPons has finally turned into reality, as Bernadeth Pons earned both Season MVP and Finals MVP titles in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference. Once a reigning queen of beach volleyball, she now dominates the taraflex, leading an undermanned Creamline Cool Smashers to their ninth championship.


Michele Gumabao

  • 2024 PVL Invitational Conference Most Valuable Player

The captain finally gets her recognition. Stepping up to the task with Alyssa Valdez sidelined in two conferences, Michele Gumabao was the undisputed leader for the Cool Smashers. In the Invitational Conference, she led all local players in scoring, ranked second in spiking, and fourth in serving.


Kyle Negrito

  • 2024 PVL Invitational Conference Finals

Naysayers be damned. Kyle Negrito has proven she is a worthy successor to Jia De Guzman, leading Creamline past a tough Cignal with 25 excellent sets in five frames. 

 

The individual awards of the Creamline Cool Smashers have showcased that each player is not just exceptional but a true gem. Combining their extraordinary talents proved to be the perfect formula for establishing a championship dynasty in the PVL. Together, these coolest queens have set the stage for an era of unmatched dominance and excellence.

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