The Petro Gazz Angels aim to bounce back and force a Game 3 against the ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles after their 10-game winning streak was snapped in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference quarterfinals.
The Petro Gazz Angels are determined to keep their title hopes alive as they take on the ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles in Game 2 of the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference quarterfinals at the Ynares Center Antipolo on Saturday, March 22.
After a stunning straight-set loss to ZUS Coffee in Game 1, 25-21, 25-23, 27-25, the Angels now face a must-win situation to force a deciding Game 3.
The loss ended Petro Gazz’s impressive 10-game winning streak and put them on the brink of elimination.
Despite the strong efforts of Brooke Van Sickle and Myla Pablo, who finished with 18 and 14 points, respectively, the Angels struggled to find their usual rhythm against the Thunderbelles' relentless defense.
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Now, veteran leader Aiza Maizo-Pontillas will be looked upon to provide stability and experience in the crucial do-or-die matchup.
Alongside Maizo-Pontillas, Petro Gazz will also need big contributions from Remy Palma, MJ Phillips, and Djanel Cheng to counter ZUS Coffee’s balanced attack led by Thea Gagate and Jovelyn Gonzaga.
With their conference on the line, the Angels must bring their A-game to extend the series and keep their championship aspirations alive.
Tip-off is set for 4:00 p.m.
(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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