After a breakthrough Finals appearance in the Reinforced Conference, the Akari Chargers now test their mettle in the PVL All-Filipino Conference.
The Akari Chargers are set to open their 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference campaign against Galeries Tower Highrisers, aiming to build on an impressive Reinforced Conference performance.
Akari, a team on the rise, had a strong showing last season, finishing 5-6 in the previous All-Filipino Conference.
They truly found their stride in the Reinforced Conference, however, going 11-1 and making their first Finals appearance. Although the Chargers ultimately fell to Creamline, they were just one win away from a remarkable title run.
[Related: PVL Team Preview: Akari out to prove Finals breakthrough was no fluke in All-Filipino Conference]
As the Chargers enter this new season without an import, they welcome key additions from the national team—versatile middle blocker Fifi Sharma and hard-hitting Faith Nisperos—to bolster their lineup.
Additionally, the potential return of standout libero Justine Jazareno, who took last season off to focus on her pregnancy, could bring valuable experience and depth to Akari's back row.
With a reinforced roster and momentum from their recent breakthrough, the Chargers are eager to start strong against Galeries Tower and prove that their Finals appearance was just the beginning.
First serve is set for 4:00 p.m. Saturday, November 9, at the PhilSports Arena.
—
[Editor's note: This article was generated by a member of the One Sports Digital team using AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]