The Creamline Cool Smashers are in a must-win situation in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference semifinals when they face the Akari Chargers.
The Creamline Cool Smashers face a crucial test in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference semifinals when they take on the Akari Chargers at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig on Tuesday, April 1.
Coming off a tough four-set loss to the Petro Gazz Angels, the Cool Smashers find themselves in a rare must-win situation, needing a victory to keep their five-peat bid alive.
Historically dominant, Creamline has reached the finals in 13 of the last 14 conferences, winning 10 titles along the way. The only time they fell short of the championship round was in the 2022 Reinforced Conference.
Now, with their backs against the wall, Creamline will rely on the firepower of Tots Carlos, Bernadeth Pons, Jema Galanza, and Alyssa Valdez to bounce back and stay in contention.
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Their championship experience will be key in overcoming an Akari squad eager to pull off an upset and reach back-to-back finals.
The Cool Smashers have also yet to lose against the Chargers in their head-to-head matchups--including their All-Filipino preliminaries duel.
Tip-off for this pivotal semifinal showdown is set at 4:00 p.m.
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(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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