Shakey’s V-League: Bali Pure clashes with Iriga | Inquirer Sports

Shakey’s V-League: Bali Pure clashes with Iriga

By: - Reporter / @jwpayoINQ
09:08 PM June 07, 2016

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FINDING the needed firepower from a returning star, a more confident Bali Pure disputes solo third spot with Team Iriga Wednesday in the Shakey’s V-League Season 13 Open Conference at Filoil Flying V Centre in San Juan.

“I’m so proud of this team—all heart, all out,” said Bali Pure playing coach Charo Soriano after the Water Defenders picked up a thrilling first win with the return of reigning NCAA Most Valuable Player Grethcel Soltones.

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Both the Water Defenders and the Lady Oragons target a second victory at 4 p.m.

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The winner will move up behind early leaders Pocari Sweat and Air Force, which are both unbeaten in three games.

Cellar-dwelling University of the Philippines and Team Baguio try to crash into the win column in the second game at 6:30 p.m.

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In Spikers’ Turf men’s volleyball action, Instituto Estetico Manila shoots for back-to-back victories versus Sta. Elena at 1 p.m.

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Soltones and Ateneo star Alyssa Valdez missed the Water Defenders’ first game due to prior commitments in Europe.

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While Soltones made it back in time to help the Water Defenders rebound from their opening-day loss, Valdez arrived only yesterday and won’t see action yet this week.

“She still needs time to rest and train,” Soriano said of Valdez, the three-time UAAP MVP.

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But Soltones already made a quick impact as the San Sebastian standout unleashed 23 points to power Bali Pure to a gruelling five-set victory over National University, 18-25, 25-18, 19-25, 25-19, 15-13, Monday night.

The Lady Oragons are coming off a first win versus Team Baguio, 25-22, 25-17, 26-24.

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