PSL: Foton downs Cignal | Inquirer Sports

PSL: Foton downs Cignal

/ 06:31 PM October 29, 2015

Foton Lady Tornadoes. Photo taken from Philippine Superliga's Facebook account

Foton Lady Tornadoes. Photo taken from Philippine Superliga’s Facebook account

FOTON pounced on an erratic Cignal to prevail, 25-17, 25-19, 25-18, and post its second straight win Thursday in the Philippine Superliga Grand Prix women’s volleyball at Filoil Flying V Arena.

It was a big victory for the Tornadoes who are now at an even 3-3 card, and an even bigger defeat for the HD Spikers who, after sweeping their first five games, are now on a two-game losing run.

Article continues after this advertisement

Imports Katie Messing, Lindsay Stalzer and Fil-Jamaican Kayla Williams scored 13 points each as Foton began to realize its full potential after a lackluster first round. Hotshot rookie Jaja Santiago added eight points.

FEATURED STORIES

Ariel Usher carried the full load for Cignal and scored 23 points but failed to get enough support from the local crew.

For Foton coach Vilet Ponce de Leon, the Tornadoes have discovered how to play as one cohesive unit.

Article continues after this advertisement

“They are very good players. I have no doubt with that. But now they are playing as a team, that’s what we lacked in the first round,” said De Leon.

Article continues after this advertisement

Ivy Perez tossed 10 successful sets, while Williams had eight receives for the rejuvenated Foton.

Article continues after this advertisement

But what did Cignal in was its lack of fire. Amanda Anderson could only make seven points.

Cignal coach Sammy Acaylar seemed unfazed by the back-to-back losses.

Article continues after this advertisement

“My players complained of body pains. They requested that they wanted to go to the beach. I said maybe we can have a break,” said Acaylar.

Acaylar also challenged a touch-block on the brand new video challenge early in the first set.

“Not to downplay the game officials, but they can’t see everything,” he said.

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our daily newsletter

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

Acaylar was proven correct as the device showed there was no touch and Cignal kept the point.

TAGS: Cignal, Foton, PSL, score

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Your subscription has been successful.

Subscribe to our newsletter!

By providing an email address. I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy.

© Copyright 1997-2024 INQUIRER.net | All Rights Reserved

This is an information message

We use cookies to enhance your experience. By continuing, you agree to our use of cookies. Learn more here.