Justin Valencia

System, not team depth, is the backbone of Creamline, says Sherwin Meneses

December 17, 2023

Justin Valencia

All-Filipino Conference champion once more. 15-0 sweep. No Jia De Guzman and Ced Domingo. This 2023 Premier Volleyball League 2nd AFC crown was just a testament to how the system is the real backbone of the greatness displayed by Creamline throughout the years. Questions and doubts were all over when De Guzman and Domingo left […]
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Alinsunurin tells Rondina, Choco Mucho to keep heads high: ‘Hindi pa tapos ang laban’

December 14, 2023

Justin Valencia

Choco Mucho came close, but it was not enough, as the defending champion Creamline showcased its composure in Game 1 of the 2023 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference Finals on Thursday night. However, Sisi Rondina and the rest of the Flying Titans were not newbies to this scenario. It was still fresh in their minds […]
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PVL: Gandler, Gonzaga show way vs Chery as Cignal moves closer to 3rd place

December 14, 2023

Justin Valencia

Cignal recovered from a second set hiccup with a dominant showing in the third before holding sway in the fourth to outlast Chery Tiggo, 25-19, 21-25, 25-15, 25-20, and move a win away from winning the 2023 Premier Volleyball League Second All-Filipino Conference third place, Thursday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The HD […]
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Sisi Rondina unfazed by Choco Mucho’s record vs Creamline

December 12, 2023

Justin Valencia

It is Creamline versus Choco Mucho in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference Finals. History, however, is not on the side of Choco Mucho in the lopsided Rebisco Clasico rivalry. In nine total matchups between the Cool Smashers and the Flying Titans, Creamline is a perfect 9-0. In this conference, it was the Cool […]
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Deanna Wong turns emotional as Choco Mucho finally makes big dance

December 12, 2023

Justin Valencia

After two hours and 20 minutes of top-notch volleyball, Deanna Wong could not hold back her emotions. Her first instinct was to look for Jem Ferrer, who was celebrating her 32nd birthday. Once she found her, Wong gave her mentor a tight hug. Euphoria was in the air after Choco Mucho earned a historic first-ever […]
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NU-Sta Elena sets up Spikers Turf final clash with Cignal

December 11, 2023

Justin Valencia

National U-Sta. Elena set up a winner-take-all date with Cignal after a convincing straight sets win against Japanese guest team Maruichi, 25-19, 25-20, 25-18, in the 2023 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference, Monday at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City. The one-off title bout will be on Friday, 5:30 p.m., at the Filoil EcoOil Centre in […]
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Cignal punches first ticket in Spikers Turf Invitational Final

December 11, 2023

Justin Valencia

Cignal claimed the first Final ticket in the inaugural Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference after trouncing Perpetual-Kinto Tyres in straight sets, 25-15, 25-23, 25-19, Monday at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City. The HD Spikers now carry a spotless 3-0 record in the semifinals, all via sweeps, making all the other four teams unable to reach […]
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Topex never lost faith in Nelle despite rough shooting: ‘Evan is one of our leaders’

December 3, 2023

Justin Valencia

Evan Nelle had a bad shooting night in Game 2 of the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Finals but that did not mean that he had a bad game. The graduating senior was a woeful 2-of-12 from the field, missing his first 10 shots, to tally just four points. However, he still managed to put […]
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MVP KQ sets aside ego as humble shift ignites La Salle’s Game 2 triumph

December 3, 2023

Justin Valencia

On the day Kevin Quiambao received his UAAP Season 86 MVP award, he proved why he is the Most Valuable Player for De La Salle University in their most important game of the year with their backs against the wall versus University of the Philippines in the Finals. In a surprising move, the 6-foot-6 all-around […]
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Elvis, Blackpink, Eraserheads, Super Mario among themes for UAAP CDC squads

November 30, 2023

Justin Valencia

Last year’s podium finishers are expected to be the favorites anew in the UAAP Season 86 Cheerdance Competition happening on Saturday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Of course, there is the NU Pep Squad, which just regained supremacy in the biggest special event of the league last season with its “Cheerobics” routine that […]
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KQ plots bounce back after disappointing Game 1 outing: ‘Ibang Kevin Quiambao ang makikita niyo’

November 29, 2023

Justin Valencia

On the day the statistical points were released that put Kevin Quiambao as the presumptive UAAP Season 86 MVP, he failed to show up for De La Salle University in one of the most important games of his collegiate career. The UP Fighting Maroons ran through the Green Archers by 30 points, 97-67, to move […]
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Reyland Torres puts clamps on good pal Kevin Quiambao in Game 1

November 29, 2023

Justin Valencia

Presumptive MVP Kevin Quiambao was put in shackles as University of the Philippines completely dominated De La Salle University in Game One of the best-of-three Finals of the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Tournament. The 6-foot-8 triple-double threat was held to just 11 points on 4-of-10 shooting from the field, six rebounds, and three assists. […]
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UP smothers La Salle in most one-sided UAAP MBB Finals game in 25 years

November 29, 2023

Justin Valencia

University of the Philippines moved on the cusp of regaining the UAAP Men’s Basketball crown it lost last season. What many expected to be a dogfight turned out to be the most lopsided finals game in 25 years. The Fighting Maroons crushed the De La Salle Green Archers, 97-67, in Game One of the Season […]
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Alinsunurin, Rondina deflect credit for Choco Mucho turnaround to vets

November 24, 2023

Justin Valencia

Ever since Dante Alinsurin took over Choco Mucho before the start of the Premier Volleyball League 2023 season, all eyes have been on him. Ever since Sisi Rondina joined the Flying Titans in the Invitationals, all eyes have been on her. And deservingly so. Alinsunurin is a decorated tactician in the men’s side at the […]
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Spikers Turf: Absin, FEU crush Alpha Omega, advance to QF

November 24, 2023

Justin Valencia

Unbeaten Chef on a Diet-FEU gave Alpha Omega the boot, 25-17, 25-18, 25-12, to book its spot in the quarterfinals of the 2023 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference at the Paco Arena, Friday. The Tamaraws improved to 4-0 and are assured of entering the knockout quarters even if they drop their game against 3-1 Savouge RTU […]
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Spikers Turf: Perpetual stays alive after sweep of Ateneo

November 24, 2023

Justin Valencia

Perpetual-Kinto Tyres got the job done over Ateneo-Fudgee Barr, 25-23, 25-21, 25-20, to stay in the hunt for the second playoffs ticket in Pool A of the 2023 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference, Friday at the Paco Arena in Manila. The Altas forced a tie for second with Philippine Army with identical 3-1 records but the […]
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Adamson Courage: Ced Manzano plays through personal loss

November 22, 2023

Justin Valencia

Despite Adamson University missing the last bus to the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Final Four, Nash Racela is mighty proud of how his team competed until the end. Ever since the preseason press conference, the Soaring Falcons were not mentioned among the teams to beat for this season of college hoops. But ever the […]
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Nash proud as Adamson Soaring Falcons give themselves chance to fight for F4 slot

November 15, 2023

Justin Valencia

Against a National University team bound for the Final Four, Adamson University displayed its determination to stay alive in the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Final Four. The Soaring Falcons had already lost Jerom Lastimosa to an ACL injury earlier this season. Today, they played without Joem Sabandal for the second straight game. Still, Adamson […]
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UAAP 86 MBB: Adamson scores massive win over NU, remains in Final Four hunt

November 15, 2023

Justin Valencia

Adamson University avoided elimination by stunning Final Four-bound National University, 68-62, on Wednesday in the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. The Soaring Falcons improved to 6-7, just one game behind fourth-running Ateneo de Manila University. To force a playoff for the last postseason ticket, Adamson must win […]
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UAAP 86 MBB: La Salle averts FEU upset axe, stays in top two race

November 15, 2023

Justin Valencia

De La Salle University needed a huge fourth quarter to shrug off also-ran Far Eastern University, 80-70, and stay alive for a playoff incentive in the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Arena, Wednesday. The Green Archers stretched their winning streak to seven games while also elevating their record […]
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UAAP 86 WBB: Kacey Dela Rosa drops 27 vs FEU as Ateneo completes Final Four cast

November 12, 2023

Justin Valencia

Ateneo de Manila University completed the UAAP Season 86 Women’s Basketball Final Four cast after taking down also-ran Far Eastern University, 79-66, Sunday at the SMART Araneta Coliseum. The Blue Eagles improved to 8-4 to stay in the running for a twice-to-beat edge in the post-season as joint-second University of the Philippines and University of […]
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Meneses hopes five-set triumph over Petro Gazz hastens Negrito’s growth

November 9, 2023

Justin Valencia

Undefeated Creamline was put to the ultimate test by Petro Gazz on Thursday evening. The rivals battled to an epic fifth set with the Cool Smashers winning in the two-hour, 27-minute classic, 25-22, 23-25, 25-27, 25-19, 15-13 at the jam-packed Philsports Arena. The two-time All-Filipino Conference defending champions remained unscathed in five sets but for […]
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Gerflor assures it is working on solution with players

November 9, 2023

Justin Valencia

After Gerflor players voiced their concerns regarding the non-payment of their salaries and the training situation, the team’s management issued a statement addressing the controversies they are facing. Gerflor has acknowledged that the league is in the process of gathering valuable information from the team officials, players, and staff to aid in the investigation. Furthermore, […]
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Ending 15-year Final Four drought, just a ‘process goal’ for UP, bares Paul Ramos

November 8, 2023

Justin Valencia

University of the Philippines finally put an end to its 15-year drought of reaching the UAAP women’s basketball Final Four on Wednesday. The Fighting Maroons defeated the FEU Lady Tamaraws, 70-55, to secure their ticket to the Final Four for the first time since Season 71. However, UP head coach Paul Ramos reminded everyone that […]
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F2’s next gen proves they can carry torch for vets

November 7, 2023

Justin Valencia

F2 Logistics fielded its young guns against the winless Farm Fresh and almost paid the price. The Cargo Movers needed five sets to defeat the determined Foxies, 28-26, 20-25, 25-23, 23-25, 15-8, on Tuesday night at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City. Mars Alba, Jolina Dela Cruz, Ethan Arce, and Ivy Lacsina were the young […]
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Spikers Turf: Lorenz Seronon does it all, lifts RTU-Basilan to 5-set escape of Alpha Omega

November 3, 2023

Justin Valencia

Savouge RTU Basilan rediscovered its fire in the fifth set after losing its balance in the third and fourth to escape Alpha Omega, 25-16, 25-23, 19-25, 23-25, 15-10, for a piece of pole position in Pool D of the 2023 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference, Friday. Elite Spikers Razzel Palisoc, AC Guinto, and Anfernee Curamen came […]
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Spikers Turf: Cignal overwhelms Letran to take solo lead in Pool C

November 3, 2023

Justin Valencia

Cignal dominated the first two sets before fashioning out a come-from-behind third frame to beat Vince Himzon-less Saints and Lattes-Letran, 25-16, 25-14, 25-23, and grab solo leadership in Pool C of the 2023 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference at the Paco Arena, Friday. The HD Spikers fell by as much as five in the third set, […]
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Spikers Turf: Arnel Aguilar shines as CSB demolishes Coast Guard in debut

November 3, 2023

Justin Valencia

St. Gerrard Construction-Benilde easily disposed of veteran Philippine Coast Guard, 25-15, 25-16, 25-20, for a winning start in its 2023 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference campaign in Pool C on Friday at Paco Arena. With the Blazing Builders changing some of their men inside in the third frame, the Lifesavers kept within striking distance, inching closer, […]
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Ranya Musa gives Petro Gazz added boost in statement win vs F2

November 2, 2023

Justin Valencia

Petro Gazz has been unstoppable in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League Second All-Filipino Conference, and it’s not an exaggeration. The Angels defeated all three teams – Galeries, Gerflor, and NXLED – in straight sets. On Thursday evening at the packed Santa Rosa Sports Complex in Laguna, Petro Gazz faced its toughest challenge to date against […]
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Gandler relishes first face off against Nisperos, ex-Ateneo teammates

October 31, 2023

Justin Valencia

For the first time since making the jump to the Premier Volleyball League, the former Ateneo de Manila University 1-2 punch of Vanie Gandler and Faith Nisperos met, this time as rivals. After the UAAP Season 85 women’s volleyball tournament, Gandler signed with Cignal after exhausting all her playing years in the collegiate league. Meanwhile, […]
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Jema Galanza urges Creamline to minimize errors ahead of tough matches

October 31, 2023

Justin Valencia

Despite boasting a flawless 4-0 record, Creamline still has a lot of adjustments to make with a challenging stretch looming in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League Second All-Filipino Conference. The Cool Smashers faced an inspired Farm Fresh squad and encountered some difficulties before ultimately clinching victory in four sets, with scores of 25-21, 21-25, 25-20, […]
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Pia Ildefonso glad to prove that she belongs in first-ever start

October 31, 2023

Justin Valencia

Pia Ildefonso gave her all on a significant day for her in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League Second All Filipino Conference, which took place on a Tuesday. The 5-foot-9 wing spiker started in Farm Fresh’s game against defending champion Creamline and played the most minutes in her entire volleyball career. Although the Foxies lost, they […]
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Aaron Velez calls on Chery Tiggo to play with urgency ahead of tough road

October 31, 2023

Justin Valencia

Complacency has been an issue for Chery Tiggo in the early stages of the 2023 Premier Volleyball League Second All-Filipino Conference. The good news is that, despite the issues, the Crossovers have still managed to secure three wins against a single loss in their first four games. Chery Tiggo dominated the lowly Gerflor in the […]
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Kean Baclaan says he is NU’s superstar… for the role given to him

October 21, 2023

Justin Valencia

The past two games for Kean Baclaan have been nothing but a struggle, despite National University notching wins number 4 and 5. In the Bulldogs’ 80-77 overtime victory over De La Salle University last weekend, Baclaan shot a dismal 2-of-13 from the field, missing all four of his attempts from beyond the arc, resulting in […]
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Stats don’t matter for Napa, NU: ‘As long as we do it our way’

October 21, 2023

Justin Valencia

It may not be pretty, but wins are wins for National University head coach Jeff Napa. The Bulldogs managed to secure another come-from-behind victory, this time against Adamson University, with a final score of 69-66, concluding the first round of the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Tournament in sole second place on Saturday. NU committed […]
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UAAP 86 MBB: Fiery Baclaan shooting lifts NU to thrilling win over Adamson

October 21, 2023

Justin Valencia

Kean Baclaan rediscovered his shooting touch, leading National University’s turnaround in the second half as they toppled Adamson University, 69-66, securing its fourth straight win in the UAAP Season 86 Men’s Basketball Tournament at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion on Saturday. In the Bulldogs’ two previous games against University of the East and De La Salle […]
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