The Akari Chargers look to snap out of their skid and claim their first win in the PVL on Tour when they take on the ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles.
The Akari Chargers look to bounce back strong as they take on a retooled ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles in the PVL on Tour stop at the Ynares Center in Montalban, Rizal on Saturday, July 6.
After dropping back-to-back matches to the Cignal HD Spikers and Creamline Cool Smashers in the Vigan City leg, the Chargers are eager to get back on track and finally enter the win column in the pre-season tournament.
Set to anchor Akari’s redemption bid is a formidable core led by veterans Grethcel Soltones, Eli Soyud, Ivy Lacsina, Camille Victoria, and Ced Domingo, who are all expected to play key roles on both ends of the floor.
Akari will also be banking on its promising rookie class composed of Chenie Tagaod, Jamaica Villena, and Joan Doguna, who are all eager to make their mark on the pro stage and provide fresh energy off the bench.
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However, it’s still unclear whether head coach Tina Salak will finally rejoin the team as the Chargers continue to adapt to her system ahead of the main PVL season.
First serve for the Akari-ZUS Coffee showdown is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.
(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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