April 17, 2025

PVL: MJ Phillips, Petro Gazz look to strike first vs Creamline in All-Filipino Finals

PVL: MJ Phillips, Petro Gazz look to strike first vs Creamline in All-Filipino Finals
MJ Phillips is expected to anchor Petro Gazz’s net defense as the Angels take on the Creamline Cool Smashers in Game 1 of the 2024-2025 PVL All-Filipino Conference Finals. | Photo (c) PVL

The Petro Gazz Angels look to draw first blood in the 2025 PVL All-Filipino Conference Finals as they take on the defending champions Creamline Cool Smashers at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Tuesday, April 8.

With just two PVL titles under their belt, the Angels are determined to finally add a third as they return to the Finals stage behind a veteran core and a resurgent run in the semifinals, highlighted by a four-set win over the Cool Smashers.

 

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Brooke Van Sickle, Myla Pablo, and MJ Phillips are expected to play crucial roles, having reasserted themselves on both ends of the court with their trademark blocking and timely hits.

Petro Gazz will also rely on the playmaking of setter Chie Saet and the steady presence of Jonah Sabete and Aiza Maizo-Pontillas as they aim to stop Creamline’s five-peat bid in the All-Filipino.

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A Game 1 victory would not only give the Angels the early edge but also push them a step closer to breaking through the league’s most dominant dynasty.

First serve for Game 1 of the championship series is set for 6:30 p.m.

(With reports from Kiko Demigillo)

[Editor's note: This article was written by a member of the One Sports Digital with the help of AI, and then checked by the staff to ensure accuracy.]

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