Okay my opinion is that San Beda College should not join the UAAP or any other NCAA schools for that matter should not be conduits. Instead the leagues should strengthen themselves. As i have suggested an Elite Eight at the playoff rounds is more enticing as the winners go on to the Final Four. I know the UAAP has only eight member universities that is why they have to expand to at least ten. The University of Asia and the Pacific has long been rumored to join the club so why not next year? International schools will no doubt add spice to the UAAP, NCAA, NCRAA, UCBL, etc. Not to mention the Christian schools and public schools. Aside from the UA&P, i am curious whether these schools are up to UAAP standards - iAcademy, CIE British School, Enderun Colleges, Southville International School, Brent International School and Faith Academy. Notable foreign players who played in the UAAP are University of the Philippines' Robson Bornancin and Ateneo's Kirk Long. However they are not allowed to play in the PBA as they enforce Jus Sanguinis the law of the blood as opposed to Jus Soli the law of the soil. I wonder whether the new league Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League will the footsteps of the Metropolitan Basketball Association. The MBA has allowed foreigners who were born in the Philippines to play here re: Alex Compton, who played for a Division 1 NCAA School.
Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Monday, January 29, 2018
Make Volleyball Great Again
I've seen volleyball action from the pros to the amateurs. The UAAP, AVC, PVL, PSL, NCAA and even the high schoolers in the Cherifer Volleyball Cup at the Robinson's Place Manila. So i gotta say i have developed in my mind prototype players in their respective positions. I wouldn't say height is an advantage but all things being equal a tall good team will beat a small good team.
Middle Blockers/Hitters should be six feet and more. Since they jump a lot, a smaller MB will be exhausted in all the jumping. So these MBs at the college level they can be converted when they turn pros.
Opposite Hitters should be explosive.
Open Hitters/Utility are the players in the two (2) position but OppH can also be utilities. The team benefits with the players' presence where it be offense or defense so the player rotates to the backrow seamlessly. In short they are well rounded players.
Setters should be able to assist. Others skills should be extra. Over time they develop floor defense, blocking and a serviceable serve.
Liberos can be good at receiving and digging that is why teams have two liberos. When one is off you try the other one.
Specialists are players skilled in a particular skill thus it is strategic when they are inserted as pinch hitters - backrow defender that is not a libero, monster blocker, service ace, etc.
This said i have suggestions to make the game more exciting:
1. Extend the setpoint from 25 to 30 ideally at the playoff rounds.
2. Let the players use props. Case in point, baseball players can hang in the overhang to catch the baseball and prevent a homerun. It can be dangerous i know when players can use the props as a springboard but as trained athletes they should be able to adjust.
3. Limitless substitutions are necessary to make use of bench players
Middle Blockers/Hitters should be six feet and more. Since they jump a lot, a smaller MB will be exhausted in all the jumping. So these MBs at the college level they can be converted when they turn pros.
Opposite Hitters should be explosive.
Open Hitters/Utility are the players in the two (2) position but OppH can also be utilities. The team benefits with the players' presence where it be offense or defense so the player rotates to the backrow seamlessly. In short they are well rounded players.
Setters should be able to assist. Others skills should be extra. Over time they develop floor defense, blocking and a serviceable serve.
Liberos can be good at receiving and digging that is why teams have two liberos. When one is off you try the other one.
Specialists are players skilled in a particular skill thus it is strategic when they are inserted as pinch hitters - backrow defender that is not a libero, monster blocker, service ace, etc.
This said i have suggestions to make the game more exciting:
1. Extend the setpoint from 25 to 30 ideally at the playoff rounds.
2. Let the players use props. Case in point, baseball players can hang in the overhang to catch the baseball and prevent a homerun. It can be dangerous i know when players can use the props as a springboard but as trained athletes they should be able to adjust.
3. Limitless substitutions are necessary to make use of bench players
Thursday, January 18, 2018
NCAA Season 93 Women's Volleyball Power Rankings Week 3
Make no mistake about it these girls wanna make it to the big leagues. Arellano and San Beda seem to be the more polished teams at the moment but we will see if last year's finalists will have a return bout.
1. Arellano University 4-0
Dubbed as the girls in Gray Ice jerseys, the Lady Chiefs are chopping the competition to pieces. I would say they are the juggernaut squad, they have so much scorers.
2. San Beda College 4-0
The bedans are powered by two pairs of sisters, the Racraquins and the Virays. They are a small team but they have heart.
3. College of St. Benilde 2-2
The Lady Blazers system is patterned after the DLSU and F2 squads so they would be dangerous come the playoff round. In fact they can upset the two leaders. Abriam reminds me of Ara Galang so let her loose, let her hit the balls as she can.
4. University of Perpetual Help Altas 3-1
They seem to have the best MBs notably Lourdes Clemente. Since she has the height advantage why don't you milk it. She should score 20+ points, minimize errors and develop a deadly serve. MBs can spike over the blocks or spike left and right. Improve reflexes hands and feet to get drop balls. MBs are also the second setter at the floor because she plays center next to the setter. Do not over reach or over play, toss the ball to a teammate.
5. San Sebastian College 2-2
The Lady Stags are down to lean and mean seven players. What is the matter? Definitely Sta. Rita and Santos would need the help they can get or else they won't make it far this year.
6. Jose Rizal University 2-2
The Lady Bombers had a lackluster performance as of yet. If Shauna Alvarez and can carry the team why not.
7. Collegio de San Juan Letran 2-2
1. Arellano University 4-0
Dubbed as the girls in Gray Ice jerseys, the Lady Chiefs are chopping the competition to pieces. I would say they are the juggernaut squad, they have so much scorers.
2. San Beda College 4-0
The bedans are powered by two pairs of sisters, the Racraquins and the Virays. They are a small team but they have heart.
3. College of St. Benilde 2-2
The Lady Blazers system is patterned after the DLSU and F2 squads so they would be dangerous come the playoff round. In fact they can upset the two leaders. Abriam reminds me of Ara Galang so let her loose, let her hit the balls as she can.
4. University of Perpetual Help Altas 3-1
They seem to have the best MBs notably Lourdes Clemente. Since she has the height advantage why don't you milk it. She should score 20+ points, minimize errors and develop a deadly serve. MBs can spike over the blocks or spike left and right. Improve reflexes hands and feet to get drop balls. MBs are also the second setter at the floor because she plays center next to the setter. Do not over reach or over play, toss the ball to a teammate.
5. San Sebastian College 2-2
The Lady Stags are down to lean and mean seven players. What is the matter? Definitely Sta. Rita and Santos would need the help they can get or else they won't make it far this year.
6. Jose Rizal University 2-2
The Lady Bombers had a lackluster performance as of yet. If Shauna Alvarez and can carry the team why not.
7. Collegio de San Juan Letran 2-2
The Lady Knights are the poster girls of the NCAA. However they have shown that they can fight.
8. Lyceum of the Philippines University 1-3
I love the attitude of the Lady Pirates they make do of what they have. Playing with eight players is of course an disadvantage but they have good pieces in here especially Juanillo.
9. Emilio Aguinaldo College 0-4
10. Mapua University 0-4
8. Lyceum of the Philippines University 1-3
I love the attitude of the Lady Pirates they make do of what they have. Playing with eight players is of course an disadvantage but they have good pieces in here especially Juanillo.
9. Emilio Aguinaldo College 0-4
10. Mapua University 0-4
Friday, January 12, 2018
The State of Philippine Sports
The NCAA has expanded to ten (10) with the two newest members Arellano University and Emilio Aguinaldo College having the most enthusiastic fans. The MVP Group is the benefactor of San Beda College while the RSA led San Miguel backs the College of St. Benilde. Yup these guys have taken their business rivalry to the sports arena of the UAAP and NCAA. Of course Danding Cojuangco is a fixture in Philippine Sports afaik from the Northern Consolidated Cement National Team in the 80s. The legendary NCC team has beaten squads from the USA including Glen Doc Rivers team. Why stop here the green machine has their school in the NCRAA, i would say Tier 3 collegiate association in Metro Manila with their De la Salle Dasmarinas. The bigger the base of the pyramid more talent will rise to the top. What of the UCBL? Why can't my university PLM join these leagues? I for one will watch their games. Here is how the PLM can accomodate these athletes: give them lighter loads than regular students, they are special athletes after all. You know we have to maintain a gwa of 2.50 or else you become irregular or be kicked out. Offer new courses such as Physical Education major in Sports and Recreation Management, Bachelor of Arts major in Literature, Translation Studies or Philosophy. We are just balancing the college experience of the students okay. We're not saying these athletes are dumb we need these guys to represent the school in sports. They can always take a different course later. In fact there is an NFL player who is also a mathematician.
I'm not ranking the Visayas and Mindanao yet cause they are still unknown. In my opinion San Beda College is ripe to join the UAAP. But the balance of power will be shaken? I dunno. I know the Sy family takes care of National University so there. Foton at the PSL? Most probably.
I'm not ranking the Visayas and Mindanao yet cause they are still unknown. In my opinion San Beda College is ripe to join the UAAP. But the balance of power will be shaken? I dunno. I know the Sy family takes care of National University so there. Foton at the PSL? Most probably.
Wednesday, January 10, 2018
The PBA in Transition
The Philippine Basketball Association PBA is looking for a new commissioner in its 43rd season. Outgoing Commissioner Chito Narvasa was instrumental in making the PBA a faster league. However he exits in infamy as the PBA Board of Governors did not renew his leadership due to an impartial trade. Narvasa approved a trade that send three (3) San Miguel Beermen to Kia Picanto, decent players plus a 2019 first round draft pick. In return SMB was able to haul National Team standout Christian Standhardinger. In trades, the team who gets the best talent wins.
But as we see in the NBA, there are farm teams and the elite teams. If i were Narvasa i would disapprove the trade. You would go out anyway due to the gravity of the then proposed trade so do the right thing.
The last year we saw the PBA teams score more than 100 points often. As we pointed out the PBA needs to increase their games so that they level up to international standard of conditioning. The last time defense was emphasized in the NBA was the time of Chuck Daly and the Detroit Pistons. But when Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls hurdled the Eastern Alliance of the Pistons, Bucks and Celtics, they went on to capture six championships. It is possible to play defense while scoring high.
So NBA teams shoot and make plays within ten to fifteen seconds. They make shots when wide open. They dunk the ball at point blank range. That is the separation the NBA has over the PBA. So the PBA should go back to fundamentals and improve each year. Set a short term goal and a long term goal. Watching the US NCAA has taught me players should fake. Fake the drive. Fake the shot. Fake the pass. Fake Fake Fake.
But as we see in the NBA, there are farm teams and the elite teams. If i were Narvasa i would disapprove the trade. You would go out anyway due to the gravity of the then proposed trade so do the right thing.
The last year we saw the PBA teams score more than 100 points often. As we pointed out the PBA needs to increase their games so that they level up to international standard of conditioning. The last time defense was emphasized in the NBA was the time of Chuck Daly and the Detroit Pistons. But when Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls hurdled the Eastern Alliance of the Pistons, Bucks and Celtics, they went on to capture six championships. It is possible to play defense while scoring high.
So NBA teams shoot and make plays within ten to fifteen seconds. They make shots when wide open. They dunk the ball at point blank range. That is the separation the NBA has over the PBA. So the PBA should go back to fundamentals and improve each year. Set a short term goal and a long term goal. Watching the US NCAA has taught me players should fake. Fake the drive. Fake the shot. Fake the pass. Fake Fake Fake.
Monday, January 8, 2018
NCAA Volleyball
The National Collegiate Athletics Association NCAA is the longest running sports tournament in the Philippines. Schools and universities battle in various sports throughout the school year culminating in the awarding of the overall championship. As was the case in the recent years the NCAA schedule precedes the Universities Athletic Association of the Philippines UAAP which was formed when the bigger universities bolted out of the NCAA.
The NCAA plays second fiddle to the UAAP in terms of talent as we mentioned but it is not unusual that NCAA players develop to superstar status in the professional ranks.
I've been checking out NCAA Volleyball action when they started last week and they asked me to cover the Women's Division. My initial impression is the players are shorter. But what they lack in height they make up for willpower. I've seen the longest volleyball rallies today. So these we will attribute to the lack of blocking and powerful spikes. To improve under these conditions, players must train to jump higher so they get hang time and master their timing.
The NCAA plays second fiddle to the UAAP in terms of talent as we mentioned but it is not unusual that NCAA players develop to superstar status in the professional ranks.
I've been checking out NCAA Volleyball action when they started last week and they asked me to cover the Women's Division. My initial impression is the players are shorter. But what they lack in height they make up for willpower. I've seen the longest volleyball rallies today. So these we will attribute to the lack of blocking and powerful spikes. To improve under these conditions, players must train to jump higher so they get hang time and master their timing.
Wednesday, January 3, 2018
Ang Larawan (Review)
The movie Ang Larawan is an adaptation of the story The Portrait of the Filipino as an Artist written by National Artist Nick Joaquin, an honor given by the government to outstanding artists.
The story is about two sisters Candida and Paula who were lucky to have been born to wealthy parents during the pre-second world war. They have grown to be decent middle aged women although sheltered that they struggle through life hindered by morals, customs and traditions. They blame their father that they do not have life skills to live independently nor they have the social skills to be married to wealthy men. Their father a noted painter paints his obra maestra for his two daughters.
He gets bedridden from an accident when he fell from the balcony to the ground. An article written by a frenchman about the painting drew droves of onlookers. He painted Aineid carrying his father on his back.
First of all I would pay to see Bernardo Bernardo sing. I have read this story in my college days. I guess i know how to kill rats, the skill of Candida. Joanna Ampil is impressive however Rachel Alejandro shone the brightest at the end. I love the music throughout although the screenplay has to improve. SHOW THE GD PAINTING! It also irritated me that they shot mostly on the house and their father showed up only at the last part. What was that? I was wondering what was Mikee Cojuangco's role is until the credits rolled. How unimaginative.
As a screenwriter myself i suggest you mention what were those reporters doing outside the house. Then repeat. Repetition is the key to understanding.
The story is about two sisters Candida and Paula who were lucky to have been born to wealthy parents during the pre-second world war. They have grown to be decent middle aged women although sheltered that they struggle through life hindered by morals, customs and traditions. They blame their father that they do not have life skills to live independently nor they have the social skills to be married to wealthy men. Their father a noted painter paints his obra maestra for his two daughters.
He gets bedridden from an accident when he fell from the balcony to the ground. An article written by a frenchman about the painting drew droves of onlookers. He painted Aineid carrying his father on his back.
First of all I would pay to see Bernardo Bernardo sing. I have read this story in my college days. I guess i know how to kill rats, the skill of Candida. Joanna Ampil is impressive however Rachel Alejandro shone the brightest at the end. I love the music throughout although the screenplay has to improve. SHOW THE GD PAINTING! It also irritated me that they shot mostly on the house and their father showed up only at the last part. What was that? I was wondering what was Mikee Cojuangco's role is until the credits rolled. How unimaginative.
As a screenwriter myself i suggest you mention what were those reporters doing outside the house. Then repeat. Repetition is the key to understanding.
Friday, December 29, 2017
The Pyramid of Enlightenment
Do you know how many Chinese badminton players conspired to produce a Lin Dan, Gold Medalist in the World Cup and Olympics?
That is why we reiterate that the pyramid is a tried and tested formula of success. I know we have modern methods of building structures such as high rise buildings and skyscrapers but it is not as enduring as the Pyramids which has lasted for 1000+ years. Nevertheless we share the view that the structures should have a strong base. In the case of Pyramids, each piece that is laid contribute to its strength.
We want to have a strong National Team we have to have a strong base.
That is why we reiterate that the pyramid is a tried and tested formula of success. I know we have modern methods of building structures such as high rise buildings and skyscrapers but it is not as enduring as the Pyramids which has lasted for 1000+ years. Nevertheless we share the view that the structures should have a strong base. In the case of Pyramids, each piece that is laid contribute to its strength.
We want to have a strong National Team we have to have a strong base.
Saturday, December 23, 2017
The PBA Christmas Day
Barangay Ginebra San Miguel and Magnolia Hotshots renew their rivalry when they battle at the second game of the PBA Christmas Day double header at the Philippine Arena tomorrow as the 2017-18 Philippine Cup continues. The last two years Ginebra holds a 10-4 win loss advantage over Magnolia or the Star and Purefoods franchise including their semifinal clash last year at the Philippine Cup.
As you know Purefoods who rised to fame in 1988 was bannered by the Captain Lionheart Alvin Patrimonio. They are known for their toughness and inside game. To this day that spirit is embodied by Magnolia which has Patrimonio as their Team Manager. They hire another Mapua Cardinal in Coach Chito Victolero to pilot them to the Championships.
The Purefoods franchise was what you call an independent team but when the Purefoods brand was sold to San Miguel Corporation they play third wheel so to speak to sister teams San Miguel Beer and Barangay Ginebra San Miguel. When will Magnolia step out of the shadows of their more illustrious sister teams? Sisters can be competitive and independent of each other you know.
The practice is not uncommon as the Manny V. Pangilinan MVP group also owns three teams in the PBA namely the Talk N Text, Meralco and NLEX. Some fans question the need to promote Meralco and NLEX since they are government subsidized. They promote the government. There you go.
So what i am saying is fanspeak. You have two major corporations San Miguel and the MVP Group influencing the whole league.
Kia Picanto is probably allied to San Miguel when they hired Assistant Coach Art dela Cruz long time San Miguel player and assistant coach.
Rivalry is good okay especially if it is an even match. The crowd can perceive the competitive spirit. The story of Ginebra is that they play rugged and disorganized basketball. This was the never say die spirit displayed by PBA Legend Filipino-Polish Robert Sonny Jaworski. Whenever you see them play they will cause trouble win or lose. This is what fans expect when Mayor Jinggoy Estrada and his San Juan Knights play. I digress this from the defunct Metropolitan Basketball Association a home and away city based league kinda like the NBA.
The 30 NBA Teams play 82 games in which they usually play 3, 4 times a week and twice rarely. Its a tried and tested formula. The 12 PBA Teams usually play once a week, twice seldom. You tell me how can we challenge for the World Cup. Follow the NBA standard so the teams can utilize the bench players. We will cramp the schedule so that the teams play at least twice, ideally thrice a week. Go to the provinces so that the 12 teams play simultaneously at the 3 or 4 playing dates a week the way they do on the Chinese Basketball League CBL. This way the players can level up with the sustained pressure. Naturally the integrated basketball operations such as media coverage, logistics will have to improve.
So the PBA can have 4 months of off season for r and r. Volleyball takes the spotlight next. I tell you the profit is the same at this rate.
As you know Purefoods who rised to fame in 1988 was bannered by the Captain Lionheart Alvin Patrimonio. They are known for their toughness and inside game. To this day that spirit is embodied by Magnolia which has Patrimonio as their Team Manager. They hire another Mapua Cardinal in Coach Chito Victolero to pilot them to the Championships.
The Purefoods franchise was what you call an independent team but when the Purefoods brand was sold to San Miguel Corporation they play third wheel so to speak to sister teams San Miguel Beer and Barangay Ginebra San Miguel. When will Magnolia step out of the shadows of their more illustrious sister teams? Sisters can be competitive and independent of each other you know.
The practice is not uncommon as the Manny V. Pangilinan MVP group also owns three teams in the PBA namely the Talk N Text, Meralco and NLEX. Some fans question the need to promote Meralco and NLEX since they are government subsidized. They promote the government. There you go.
So what i am saying is fanspeak. You have two major corporations San Miguel and the MVP Group influencing the whole league.
Kia Picanto is probably allied to San Miguel when they hired Assistant Coach Art dela Cruz long time San Miguel player and assistant coach.
Rivalry is good okay especially if it is an even match. The crowd can perceive the competitive spirit. The story of Ginebra is that they play rugged and disorganized basketball. This was the never say die spirit displayed by PBA Legend Filipino-Polish Robert Sonny Jaworski. Whenever you see them play they will cause trouble win or lose. This is what fans expect when Mayor Jinggoy Estrada and his San Juan Knights play. I digress this from the defunct Metropolitan Basketball Association a home and away city based league kinda like the NBA.
The 30 NBA Teams play 82 games in which they usually play 3, 4 times a week and twice rarely. Its a tried and tested formula. The 12 PBA Teams usually play once a week, twice seldom. You tell me how can we challenge for the World Cup. Follow the NBA standard so the teams can utilize the bench players. We will cramp the schedule so that the teams play at least twice, ideally thrice a week. Go to the provinces so that the 12 teams play simultaneously at the 3 or 4 playing dates a week the way they do on the Chinese Basketball League CBL. This way the players can level up with the sustained pressure. Naturally the integrated basketball operations such as media coverage, logistics will have to improve.
So the PBA can have 4 months of off season for r and r. Volleyball takes the spotlight next. I tell you the profit is the same at this rate.
Tuesday, December 19, 2017
PSL: The F2 Logistics Vs Petron Rivalry
The rivalry is on!
Last Saturday F2 Logistics claimed the Grand Prix Gold Medal by beating Petron in four sets thus ekeing out a come from behind 2 games to 1 win in the best of three finals. The Blaze Spikers had a commanding victory in the first game and was well on their way to romping off with the cup in the second game when they led the Cargo Movers 9 to 0 in the fourth set when disaster struck. F2 engineered a staggering comeback to edge Petron in the five set thriller.
It was not improbable really as a 15-6 advantage would be safer than a 9-0 lead. In this score the teams are separated by only four or five sideouts. A sideout means you score against the serve. F2 has the momentum going to the game three decider which isn't much as Petron and F2 seemed to be evenly matched.
The win also marked the second consecutive time the two teams have met in the finals of the last two conferences. Petron has bested F2 Logistics in the All Filipino Cup.
Playing the third wheel as always would be the steady Foton Tornadoes who did not win any championship in 2017. As they say it is better to go out with a win but it is best to win the gold.
The PSL 2018 Season looks promising and intriguing as we will start off with the Grand Prix to be followed by the All Filipino and the Invitationals. As we have said there is separation from the top three teams. We hope the rest of the teams improve so they can match their fire power.
Last Saturday F2 Logistics claimed the Grand Prix Gold Medal by beating Petron in four sets thus ekeing out a come from behind 2 games to 1 win in the best of three finals. The Blaze Spikers had a commanding victory in the first game and was well on their way to romping off with the cup in the second game when they led the Cargo Movers 9 to 0 in the fourth set when disaster struck. F2 engineered a staggering comeback to edge Petron in the five set thriller.
It was not improbable really as a 15-6 advantage would be safer than a 9-0 lead. In this score the teams are separated by only four or five sideouts. A sideout means you score against the serve. F2 has the momentum going to the game three decider which isn't much as Petron and F2 seemed to be evenly matched.
The win also marked the second consecutive time the two teams have met in the finals of the last two conferences. Petron has bested F2 Logistics in the All Filipino Cup.
Playing the third wheel as always would be the steady Foton Tornadoes who did not win any championship in 2017. As they say it is better to go out with a win but it is best to win the gold.
The PSL 2018 Season looks promising and intriguing as we will start off with the Grand Prix to be followed by the All Filipino and the Invitationals. As we have said there is separation from the top three teams. We hope the rest of the teams improve so they can match their fire power.
Thursday, November 30, 2017
Quarterfinals Update
Okay as the Quarterfinals begin in one week, we will break down the first six and the substitution patterns of the teams and tendencies lest we forget the fundamentals of the game.
The game begins with the serve that is you the hit the ball so that it goes over the net to make a volley. So you make the Middle Blocker (MB) serve before replacing her in the back row. Make sure the MB gets into position asap as she will be the target of the opponent's attack. Others place the shots in between two defenders.
There was an unusual tie breaker applied to the 5th to 7th places that ranked Sta. Lucia 6th despite winning over the two teams they are tied with. Imho its a disservice to the sport and the teams. F2 would have relished a semifinal showdown with either Cignal or Sta. Lucia. I'm saying let us be fair. Anyway the show must go on.
What an excellent service can do is to get easy points. When the receiver cannot handle the serve you score an ace. When the receiver cannot pass the received ball to the setter correctly you toss the ball to the other for an easy over. Thus the opponent can now set up for a powerful attack.
(1) F2 Logistics Cargo Movers versus (8) Iriga City Oragons
F2 Logistics
First Six: Kim Dy, Majoy Baron, Kennedy Bryan, Maria Perez, Aby Marano, Kim Fajardo.
Bench: Cha Cruz, Shawna Lei Santos, Aduke Ogunsanya, Desiree Cheng, Ernestine Tiamzon, Fritz Gallenero
Libero: Dawn Macandili, June Saga
Iriga City
First Six: Janine Lana, Katherine Villegas, Joyce Sta. Rita, Shyrra Cabriana, Tamara Kmezic, Sam Miyagawa
Bench: Grazielle Bombita, Ayra Bombita, Reynelyn Raterte, Karen Levina, Chen Mondragon
Libero: Minami Yoshioka, Honey Mae Valiente
F2 Logistics wins this easily in three sets. They look forward to a tougher challenge in the semi finals. The concern for F2 as in any loaded team is how to give playing time to their talented players. PSL's new calendar is a welcome development for the Cargo Movers as Cha Cruz and their non collegiate players can see more action next conference. For now they just got to be contended with their roles. Rookie team Iriga City set their sights on the future as starter Grazielle Bombita was rested. They would build around Setter Shyrra Cabriana, a mix of veterans and young spikers. MB Kath Villegas should bulk up and work on her balance.
(2) Petron Blaze Spikers versus (7) Generika Ayala Lifesavers
Petron
First Six: Mika Reyes, Hillary Hurley, Rhea Dimaculangan, Ces Molina, Lindsay Stalzer, Ria Meneses.
Bench: Remy Palma, Cherry Rondina, Bernadeth Pons, April Hingpit, Mina Aganon, Carmela Tunay
Libero: Yuri Fukuda, Shiela Pineda
Generika
First Six: Mikaela Lopez, Chloe Cortez, Angeli Araneta, Acy Masangkay, Darlene Ramdin, Katarina Pilepic
Bench: Shaya Adorador, Genevieve Casugod, Fiola Ceballos, Penina Snuka, Carol Cerveza, Grace Masangkay, Patty Orendain, Angelica Legacion
Libero: Faith Arado, Fatima General
Generika is capable of pulling off an upset against the second seed Petron. Almost but not quite. They lose steam in the five set thriller. Petron will have their hands full against the winner of the Foton vs Sta. Lucia tussle. For Generika they exited on a positive note.
(3) Foton Tornadoes versus (6) Sta. Lucia Lady Realtors
I'll give the edge to Foton.
(4) Cignal HD Spikers versus (5) Cocolife Asset Managers
Cocolife wins.
There was an unusual tie breaker applied to the 5th to 7th places that ranked Sta. Lucia 6th despite winning over the two teams they are tied with. Imho its a disservice to the sport and the teams. F2 would have relished a semifinal showdown with either Cignal or Sta. Lucia. I'm saying let us be fair. Anyway the show must go on.
What an excellent service can do is to get easy points. When the receiver cannot handle the serve you score an ace. When the receiver cannot pass the received ball to the setter correctly you toss the ball to the other for an easy over. Thus the opponent can now set up for a powerful attack.
(1) F2 Logistics Cargo Movers versus (8) Iriga City Oragons
F2 Logistics
First Six: Kim Dy, Majoy Baron, Kennedy Bryan, Maria Perez, Aby Marano, Kim Fajardo.
Bench: Cha Cruz, Shawna Lei Santos, Aduke Ogunsanya, Desiree Cheng, Ernestine Tiamzon, Fritz Gallenero
Libero: Dawn Macandili, June Saga
Iriga City
First Six: Janine Lana, Katherine Villegas, Joyce Sta. Rita, Shyrra Cabriana, Tamara Kmezic, Sam Miyagawa
Bench: Grazielle Bombita, Ayra Bombita, Reynelyn Raterte, Karen Levina, Chen Mondragon
Libero: Minami Yoshioka, Honey Mae Valiente
F2 Logistics wins this easily in three sets. They look forward to a tougher challenge in the semi finals. The concern for F2 as in any loaded team is how to give playing time to their talented players. PSL's new calendar is a welcome development for the Cargo Movers as Cha Cruz and their non collegiate players can see more action next conference. For now they just got to be contended with their roles. Rookie team Iriga City set their sights on the future as starter Grazielle Bombita was rested. They would build around Setter Shyrra Cabriana, a mix of veterans and young spikers. MB Kath Villegas should bulk up and work on her balance.
(2) Petron Blaze Spikers versus (7) Generika Ayala Lifesavers
Petron
First Six: Mika Reyes, Hillary Hurley, Rhea Dimaculangan, Ces Molina, Lindsay Stalzer, Ria Meneses.
Bench: Remy Palma, Cherry Rondina, Bernadeth Pons, April Hingpit, Mina Aganon, Carmela Tunay
Libero: Yuri Fukuda, Shiela Pineda
Generika
First Six: Mikaela Lopez, Chloe Cortez, Angeli Araneta, Acy Masangkay, Darlene Ramdin, Katarina Pilepic
Bench: Shaya Adorador, Genevieve Casugod, Fiola Ceballos, Penina Snuka, Carol Cerveza, Grace Masangkay, Patty Orendain, Angelica Legacion
Libero: Faith Arado, Fatima General
Generika is capable of pulling off an upset against the second seed Petron. Almost but not quite. They lose steam in the five set thriller. Petron will have their hands full against the winner of the Foton vs Sta. Lucia tussle. For Generika they exited on a positive note.
(3) Foton Tornadoes versus (6) Sta. Lucia Lady Realtors
I'll give the edge to Foton.
(4) Cignal HD Spikers versus (5) Cocolife Asset Managers
Cocolife wins.
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