Resurgent ZUS Coffee seeking another big win over title contender Cignal as the Thunderbelles aim to prove their mettle in the PVL preseason.
Chinnie Arroyo and the ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles are brewing up something special.
Fresh off a stunning five-set upset of powerhouse Creamline, ZUS Coffee looks to keep the momentum rolling as the Thunderbelles take on the Cignal HD Spikers in Pool B action of the PVL on Tour this Sunday, July 20, at 4:00 p.m. from the Passi City Arena.
Arroyo, who erupted for 23 points in the Thunderbelles' breakthrough win, will once again be front and center as ZUS Coffee will try to slay another title contender.
She’ll face a tough challenge in libero Buding Duremdes, along with veteran middle blockers Roselyn Doria-Aquino and Jackie Acuña, who anchor Cignal’s defense.
Rookie AC Miner will also be key for ZUS Coffee, as she continues to impress with her consistent offense early in her pro debut.
On the other side, Cignal is desperate to bounce back after a four-set loss to Chery Tiggo.
The HD Spikers, led by Erika Santos who dropped 14 points in the defeat, will need a more balanced attack to get back on track and keep pace in the Pool B standings.
For ZUS Coffee, a second straight win over a championship-caliber squad could serve as the ultimate statement that the Thunderbelles are not just here to compete — but to contend.
(With reports from Luisa Morales)
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[Editor's note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital with the help of AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]