The Cignal HD Spikers look to capitalize on their depth and momentum as they face the Akari Chargers in a knockout PVL on Tour quarterfinal clash.
The Cignal HD Spikers aim to punch their ticket to the PVL on Tour semifinals when they clash with the Akari Chargers in a knockout quarterfinal showdown on Thursday, August 7, at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City.
After sweeping their first three matches in pool play and bouncing back from a rare setback with a convincing win over ZUS Coffee, Cignal has had the luxury of rest and preparation for the quarterfinals.
Offseason addition Erika Santos has been a revelation, highlighted by her 30-point explosion against the Thunderbelles.
She joins forces with steady contributors Ishie Lalongisip, Roselyn Doria-Aquino, Heather Guino-o, and seasoned setter Gel Cayuna.
Off the bench, energy players like rookie Erin Pangilinan and another newcomer, Tin Tiamzon, give Cignal a scoring boost and added flexibility, making the team one of the deepest in the tournament.
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Having already faced and beaten the Chargers during the preliminary round, the HD Spikers look locked in as they aim for a semifinal berth and a ticket to the 2025 PVL Invitational Conference.
Match starts at 4:00 p.m.
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(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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