The Creamline Cool Smashers have always been one of the most popular teams in the Premier Volleyball League, drawing fans wherever they go.
Behind the Creamline Cool Smashers' enduring success in the Premier Volleyball League lies a legion of supporters that stands by them through thick and thin.
Be it in times of triumph or moments of defeat, the Cool Smashers have constantly drawn strength and inspiration from their loyal fan base, forging an unbreakable bond that has stood the test of time.
Just watch any game, and you'll witness giant faces of the Cool Smashers being waved at the stands.
The cheers and squeals are impossible to miss.
One fan even flew all the way from Malaysia just to watch Alyssa Valdez and the Creamline Cool Smashers in Game 2 of the PVL Second All-Filipino Conference finals last December 16.
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Creamline stalwart Jema Galanza is a witness to that, and she believes that countless fans hold a deep appreciation of their relentless pursuit of excellence over the years.
"Ang dami na rin kasing pinagdaanan ang Creamline, madami nang nilaro, tagal na namin magkakasama. Siguro sa sobrang tagal namin magkakasama nakikita niyo pa rin 'yung improvement ng bawat isa," Galanza shared to One Sports.
With a passionate band of supporters behind them, the Cool Smashers refuse to rest on their laurels.
Galanza and her teammates still continue to push their boundaries of their capabilities, despite years of growth as a unit.
"'Yun kasi 'yung mahirap din siguro i-maintain kung paano kayo magi-improve na kayo-kayo pa rin magkakasama, kasi minsan parang komportable ka na," Galanza bared.
She then continued, "Pero kami, kahit ang tagal na namin magkakasama, gusto pa rin namin sa ginagawa namin sa araw-araw, tinutulungan namin 'yung isa't isa at pinu-push namin sarili namin na mag improve everyday."
@onesportsphl What's the secret to Creamline's longevity? Their hunger for improvement. 🩷 When asked as to why the Cool Smashers have maintained a large number of supporters throughout the years, Jema Galanza boasts on the defending champs' hunger to improve everyday and in each game. | via Jamie Velasco/One Sports Digital #PVL2024 #TheHeartofVolleyball #SportsonTiktok
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As the Cool Smashers strive to clinch another coveted title in the 2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference, the Creamline faithful will undeniably be there every step of the way, providing encouragement, motivation, and inspiration when it matters most.
(With reports from Jamie Velasco)