The Akari Chargers hope to pull off their biggest win yet, as they go toe-to-toe with the defending champions Creamline Cool Smashers in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference semifinals.
The Akari Chargers continue their pursuit of a second straight Finals appearance as they take on the defending champions Creamline Cool Smashers in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference semifinals at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig on Tuesday, April 1.
Fresh off a grueling five-set victory over the Choco Mucho Flying Titans, the Chargers have shown they can rise to the occasion, with Faith Nisperos coming in clutch with the final attack to seal the comeback win.
Nisperos will once again be at the forefront alongside newly-crowned PVL Player of the Week Eli Soyud, who erupted for a career-high 34 points in their last match, as well as Ivy Lacsina, Ced Domingo, Grethcel Soltones, and Camille Victoria.
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Under head coach Taka Minowa, the Chargers have steadily built their case as legitimate title contenders, blending youth and experience to create a formidable force.
Now, they face their toughest challenge yet against a battle-tested Creamline squad fighting to keep its five-peat hopes alive.
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But so far, the Chargers have yet to unlock the puzzle that is the Cool Smashers.
A win would bring Akari one step closer to making history, but they must overcome the league’s most dominant team to do so.
Tip-off between Akari and Creamline is set for 4:00 p.m.
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(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)
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