RESULTS: PVL All-Filipino Conference opening November 9
PVL All-Filipino Conference schedule
November 9, Saturday – Philsports
- 4pm – Galeries Tower Highrisers vs Akari Chargers
- 6:30pm – Petro Gazz Angels vs Choco Mucho Flying Titans
Kat Tolentino staying patient as she plays through auditory condition
Choco Mucho Flying Titans’ Kat Tolentino during the PVL All-Filipino Conference opener. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Playing through an auditory condition didn’t stop Kat Tolentino from making an impact for the Choco Mucho Flying Titans despite losing in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference.
Tolentino showed flashes of her lethal attacking form with 12 points in three sets but Choco Mucho fell to Petro Gazz, 20-25, 28-26, 21-25, 16-25, in the opening game of both teams on Saturday at Philsports Arena.
“I know I can give more. I think that’s just the beginning right now. It’s not enough for the team. I know that I have to contribute both offensively and defensively and I think I still have so much more to offer for this season,” said Tolentino, who had 10 kills and two blocks.
Kat Tolentino on missing Maddie Madayag and playing through her condition. #PVL2025 @INQUIRERSports pic.twitter.com/qMCAFLRHcS
— Lance Agcaoili (@LanceAgcaoilINQ) November 9, 2024
PVL: Brooke Van Sickle powers Petro Gazz past Choco Mucho
Brooke Van Sickle and Petro Gazz Angels celebrate a point against Choco Mucho Flying TItans in the PVL All-Filipino Conference opener. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Reigning MVP Brooke Van Sickle sparkled with 34 points to spoil Sisi Rondina’s comeback as Petro Gazz outlasted Choco Mucho, 25-20, 26-28, 25-21, 25-16, in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference on Saturday at Philsports Arena.
In the battle of the last two All-Filipino MVPs, Van Sickle got the better of last year’s winner Rondina, pouring in 28 kills, four aces, and two blocks.
“I feel like we just wanted to come out with that grit and with that fire. Especially with the last conference, let’s just leave it all out there and I’m super proud of the team. Everyone did a fantastic job today, the energy was great, and this was a very good start,” said Van Sickle, who also had 14 digs.
Petro Gazz deputy coach Brian Esquibel and Brooke Van Sickle after beating Choco Mucho. #PVL2025 @INQUIRERSports pic.twitter.com/0PaGF4HyLR
ADVERTISEMENT— Lance Agcaoili (@LanceAgcaoilINQ) November 9, 2024
Brooke Van Sickle on facing Sisi Rondina anew. #PVL2025 @INQUIRERSports pic.twitter.com/wPtsQPTpUy
— Lance Agcaoili (@LanceAgcaoilINQ) November 9, 2024
PVL scores: Petro Gazz vs Choco Mucho
- FINAL: Brooke Van Sickle shines with 34 points! Petro Gazz (1-0) takes down Choco Mucho (0-1), 25-20, 26-28, 25-21, 25-16.
- END OF SET 3: Petro Gazz 25, Choco Mucho 21. The Angels regain the lead, 2-1.
- END OF SET 2: Choco Mucho 28, Petro 26. Kat Tolentino ends the second set to tie the game to one set apiece.
- END OF SET 1: Petro Gazz 25, Choco Mucho 20.
PVL: Alas Pilipinas stint boosting Faith Nisperos’ confidence
Akari Chargers’ Faith Nisperos during a PVL All-Filipino Conference game. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Armed with her international experience, Faith Nisperos is bringing all the learnings from Alas Pilipinas to make up for her lost time with the Akari Chargers.
Nisperos wasn’t a starter but that didn’t stop her from delivering the goods with 16 points for Akari to overcome Galeries Tower’s tough challenge, 28-30, 25-15, 25-16, 25-23, in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference on Saturday at Philsports Arena.
The Alas player, who struggled in the first conference of the year, had an efficient comeback after hitting 16 of her 28 attack attempts in her first PVL game under coach Taka Minowa.
PVL: Julia Coronel happy with debut, but still ‘has a lot to work on’
Galeries Tower Highrisers’ rookie Julia Coronel during a PVL All-Filipino Conference game. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Julia Coronel was pleased with her showing in her much-awaited pro debut but her ultimate goal remains to make her mark and help Galeries Tower reach greater heights in the PVL.
Coronel, the third overall pick of Galeries, dished out nine excellent sets and scored eight points but her debut was spoiled by Akari, 30-28, 15-25, 16-25, 23-25, in the 2024-25 All-Filipino Conference opener on Saturday at Philsports Arena.
“I know I still have a lot to work on. I’d say this was a good debut for me. I’m just happy that I finally got to play in the pros,” said the rookie setter.
“I also want to become more competitive as a player and for our team to be more competitive too. That’s my goal for myself and for the team. That’s why I’m working to reach that level.”
PVL: Akari overcomes Galeries Tower for a winning start
Akari Chargers’ Ivy Lacsina, Michele Cobb, Fifi Sharma, Faith Nisperos during a PVL All-Filipino Conference game. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Akari recovered from a lethargic first-set loss before overcoming Galeries Tower, 28-30, 25-15, 25-16, 25-23, to kick off the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference on a high note on Saturday at Philsports Arena.
The Chargers started their new season off the wrong foot, blowing a 24-22 advantage and four set-point leads that allowed the HighRisers to tie it to 28-all after Jewel Encarnacion’s hit.
Akari committed back-to-back errors after Ivy Lacsina’s attack went outside followed by a two touches violation from Cams Victoria, giving the opening set to Galeries.
PVL scores: Galeries vs Akari
Faith Nisperos on her PVL comeback after missing the Reinforced Finals. #PVL2025 @INQUIRERSports pic.twitter.com/ESEHCtzk8y
— Lance Agcaoili (@LanceAgcaoilINQ) November 9, 2024
Akari coach Taka Minowa, Grethcel Soltones, and Faith Nisperos talk about their first win. #PVL2025 @INQUIRERSports pic.twitter.com/m0cEm4uhh8
— Lance Agcaoili (@LanceAgcaoilINQ) November 9, 2024
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FINAL: Akari (1-0) ekes out a 28-30, 25-15, 25-16, 25-23 win over Galeries Tower (0-1) in the PVL All-Filipino opener.
- END OF SET 3: Akari 25, Galeries 16 The Chargers continue to dominate the HighRisers, taking a 2-1 advantage.
- END OF SET 2: Akari 25, Galeries 15 The Chargers bounce back strong to tie the game to 1-1.
- END OF SET 1: Galeries 30, Akari 28.
Julia Coronel makes her PVL debut with the Galeries HighRisers. #PVL2025 @INQUIRERSports pic.twitter.com/8f3eCX4PyI
— Lance Agcaoili (@LanceAgcaoilINQ) November 9, 2024
Faith Nisperos and Fifi Sharma return to action for the Akari Chargers.
Ced Domingo, though, is not in uniform. #PVL2025 @INQUIRERSports pic.twitter.com/2bYuYiBeqF
— Lance Agcaoili (@LanceAgcaoilINQ) November 9, 2024
PVL: MJ Phillips, Petro Gazz banking on chemistry in All-Filipino bid
Petro Gazz Angels’ MJ Phillips is ready to lead her team in the upcoming PVL All-Filipino Conference. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — A fit-again MJ Phillips is putting a premium on Petro Gazz’s strong team bond in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference, which runs for six months starting Saturday at Philsports Arena.
Phillips is making her return for the Angels after missing the Reinforced Conference due to a left foot injury. Petro Gazz placed sixth and couldn’t complete a ‘three-peat’ in the import-laden tournament.
“My health is pretty good. I mean, I have great PTs and my teammates are really patient with me and so are my coaches. I’m excited but thankfully it’s a long season,” Phillips told the reporters.
PVL: Faith Nisperos, Fifi Sharma aim to lead Akari back to finals
Akari Chargers, led by Alas Pilipinas’ Fifi Sharma and Faith Nisperos, during a press launch ahead of the PVL All-Filipino Conference.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Faith Nisperos and Fifi Sharma are eyeing to replicate Akari’s finals breakthrough when the Alas Pilipinas stars return to action in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference on Saturday at Philsports Arena.
After being sidelined in the Chargers’ runner-up finish in the Reinforced due to their commitments with the Philippine women’s volleyball team, Nisperos and Sharma seek to prove that they can get their team back on top in the six-month-long competition.
“From being on the sidelines last conference, nakaka-excite to play with them, be on the court with them. And of course, it’s added motivation that we’ve seen how they played, and fulfilling yung tingin kung makasama naman kami sa court with them,” said Nisperos.
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