Connect with us

Hi, what are you looking for?

Tiebreaker Times

News

PVL: Cignal finds second wind in set 5, averts meltdown vs Choco Mucho


The Cignal HD Spikers pulled off a stunning comeback win against the Choco Mucho Flying Titans in a five-set thriller at the Philsports Arena in Pasig.

After two disappointing shutout losses, the embattled HD Spikers battled their way to a tough 25-14, 25-11, 19-25, 17-25, 15-11 victory to keep their slim hopes of making the semifinals alive in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference, Thursday at Philsports Arena.

The game was a test of character for Cignal, as they built a comfortable lead only to be pegged back by a resurgent Choco Mucho side. But the HD Spikers kept their composure, relied on their veteran skipper, and showed that they still have what it takes to compete at the highest level.

With a 2-4 record, Cignal remained in seventh place, but the win could be the spark they need to go on a late run and secure a place in the semifinals.

The HD Spikers still have two more games left in the elimination round, and they will face PLDT and Army-Black Mamba on March 11 and 16, respectively.

Led by their experienced campaigners Rachel Daquis and Ces Molina, the HD Spikers displayed a balanced offense missing in their previous games.

Daquis and Molina both finished with 17 points apiece, while Chai Troncoso and Roselyn Doria matched 15-point outputs, and middle Riri Meneses added 10 markers.

It was a disappointing loss for Choco Mucho, who battled back from two sets down to level the match. But the Flying Titans cracked under pressure in the fifth set, failing to set up a clear attack that led to Daquis’ dink that sealed the win for Cignal.

#ReadMore  Willie Marcial says PBA, SBP relationship remains strong

Isa Molde and Kat Tolentino both had impressive outings for Choco Mucho, finishing with 17 points each.

Des Cheng also added 14 markers, while Maika Ortiz chipped in seven points, mostly on running plays.

After the game, Cignal coach Shaq delos Santos praised his team’s resilience and credited their success to their unwavering faith in each other.

“We’re very thankful to the Lord, lahat ng challenges namin, nandiyan siya. We know na magiging matindi yung labanan dahil alam din namin gumalaw ang Choco Mucho. Good thing is na-maintain naming yung good attitude,” he said.

Cignal will take a one-week break before facing PLDT on Saturday at 6:30 pm (Filoil EcoOil Centre) while Choco Mucho will face F2 Logistics on Tuesday also at 6:30 pm (Philsports Arena).

Written By


You May Also Like

News

MJ Phillips remains laser-focused on Petro Gazz’s championship campaign in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference despite her upcoming 2022 Korean V-League Draft....

News

Petro Gazz set up a finals date with Creamline after blanking PLDT, 25-17, 25-23, 25-15 in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference semifinals...

News

After missing the opportunity to write history in the eliminations, Marck Espejo and the rest of the Cignal HD Spikers made sure to keep...

News

Petro Gazz went on a blistering start in its Game Two encounter against PLDT in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference semifinals only...

DLSU

THREE-peat seeking National University topped De La Salle University, 25-21, 25-21, 25-16, for a first round sweep of the UAAP Season 85 men’s volleyball...

News

Marck Espejo’s efficient outing powered Cignal’s straight sets win over Imus-Ivy Tuason Photography, 25-23, 25-19, 25-15, in the 2023 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference semifinals...

AdU

ADAMSON University ended the first round of the UAAP Season 85 women’s volleyball tournament on a positive note by defeating University of the Philippines,...

News

If it was all up to her, Alyssa Valdez would not hesitate to suit up and join the Cool Smashers in their upcoming stint...

Advertisement