The Akari Chargers open the PVL on Tour in Vigan, Ilocos Sur as they face off against the Cignal HD Spikers.
The Akari Chargers are set to kick off their PVL on Tour campaign with an explosive clash against the retooled Cignal HD Spikers on Sunday, June 22, at the Chavit Coliseum in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur.
The opening game marks the official launch of the league’s first-ever out-of-town tour and promises to deliver fireworks as both teams look to set the tone early.
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Akari will lean on the leadership and experience of Grethcel Soltones, Ivy Lacsina, Justine Jazareno, and Faith Nisperos as they face a Cignal team that made key offseason additions, but will be missing Alas Pilipinas stars Vanie Gandler and Dawn Catindig.
Rookies Chenie Tagaod, Jamaica Villena, and Joan Doguna are also expected to make their PVL debut.
Chargers assistant coach Eddieson Orcullo will serve as interim head coach, temporarily stepping in for Tina Salak.
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With both squads eager to test their new rotations and player combinations, fans in Ilocos are in for an exciting matchup to open the PVL’s newest initiative to bring the league closer to provincial supporters.
First serve for the Akari-Cignal match is set for 4:00 p.m.
(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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