Farm Contemporary sweeps Akari to attain first win

Trisha Tubu leads Farm Contemporary Foxies to their first win within the PVL All-Filipino Convention. –PVL PHOTO

Farm Contemporary surprised Akari with a 25-23, 25-21, 25-14 sweep for its first victory after three straight losses within the PVL  All-Filipino Convention at Philsports Enviornment on Saturday.

The Foxies wanted only one spirited comeback within the opening body earlier than taking full management of the match, delivering an announcement win in a single hour and 25 minutes over one of many league’s high contenders.

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Led by Trisha Tubu, who tallied 21 factors, Farm Contemporary displayed grit and composure, rallying from an eight-point deficit within the first set to show the tide.

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Louie Romero orchestrated the offense masterfully with 19 glorious units, whereas additionally chipping in 5 factors, together with three assaults, to dismantle Akari’s protection and assist the group tie Capital1 at ninth.

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The Foxies’ blocking recreation and opportunistic performs capitalized on Akari’s unforced errors, notably within the third set, the place Farm Contemporary pulled away to seal the win with an 11-point margin.

Farm Contemporary Foxies’ Louie Romero throughout a PVL All-Filipino Convention recreation in opposition to Akari Chargers. –PVL PHOTO

Tubu’s mature shot choice and well timed cross-court hits had been essential, whereas teammates Rizza Cruz, Caitlyn Viray, Alyssa Bertolano, Aprylle Tagsip and Maicah Larroza made notable contributions.

Romero, regardless of coming off an damage, credited the teaching employees for serving to the group modify and ship a breakthrough efficiency.

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“This week was extraordinarily powerful,” mentioned Romero in Filipino. “I missed two days because of damage, however the teaching employees made vital changes to assist us get this win. I simply centered on enjoying my recreation, and it confirmed, however there’s nonetheless rather a lot to enhance.”

Romero additionally highlighted the Benson Bocboc-mentored group’s meticulous preparation. “We studied their recreation fastidiously, studying the right way to neutralize their key gamers,” she added.

In the meantime, Akari, which began the season robust with two wins, now finds itself reeling after back-to-back losses.

Coach Taka Minowa struggled to reignite his squad following their first-set collapse, leaving them susceptible to Farm Contemporary’s relentless assault.

Ivy Lacsina fired 13 factors however Eli Soyud settled for an eight-point output nd Fifi Sharma added six markers for the Chargers, who dropped to sixth with a 2-2 card.

Grethcel Soltones suited up for the match however was restricted to only a single level as she continues to get well from damage.