Bernadeth Pons is thankful to have had her first international indoor stint with the Creamline Cool Smashers as they exited the 2025 AVC Women's Champions League quarterfinals.
Bernadeth Pons fought back tears during the post-game press conference following Creamline's exit from the 2025 AVC Women’s Champions League.
The Cool Smashers fell to Thailand’s Nakhon Ratchasima Qmin C VC in straight sets, 15-25, 22-25, 16-25, in their quarterfinal matchup at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig Thursday, April 24.
Pons was overwhelmed with gratitude after completing her first-ever tour of duty for the Philippines in an international indoor volleyball tournament with her Creamline teammates.
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“Unang-una, sobrang grateful din talaga ako sa opportunity na makapaglaro dito,” said a visibly emotional Pons.
"Sabi ko nga last time, ito 'yong first time kong mag-represent ng Philippines sa indoor at kasama ko pa 'yong Creamline."
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Against the Thais, Pons produced eight points and six excellent receptions.
Pons said it was all about savoring every moment she stepped on the court as she faced some of Asia’s best.
Bernadeth Pons celebrates with her Creamline Cool Smashers teammates in their quarterfinal match against the Nakhon Ratchasima Qmin C VC in the 2025 AVC Women’s Champions League. | Photo (c) RM Chua/One Sports
“Sobrang in-enjoy ko lang 'yong moment na naglalaro ako sa loob,” said Pons.
“Sobrang grateful lang talaga.”
Now, with Creamline’s AVC campaign wrapped up, Pons will shift her focus back to beach volleyball. The last time she played in the beach was back in the 2023 Southeast Asian Games in Cambodia.
Pons and Sisi Rondina will temporarily depart their respective clubs as they begin their preparations for the 2025 Southeast Asian Games.