Cignal overcomes a two-set deficit against Choco Mucho, advancing to the brink of the PVL finals
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The Cignal HD Spikers have secured a spot in the finals of the 2023 PVL Second All-Filipino Conference, following a thrilling five-set comeback victory over the Choco Mucho Flying Titans in the semifinals.
The match began on a promising note for Choco Mucho, with the Flying Titans taking a 2-0 lead in the initial sets. However, the Cignal HD Spikers refused to be discouraged and showcased an impressive resilience, regaining momentum in the third and fourth sets.
Gel Cayuna, the setter for Cignal, played a pivotal role in the team's victory, contributing 29 excellent sets. Veteran player Jovelyn Gonzaga also made significant contributions, scoring 16 points. Reigning Invitational Conference MVP Ces Molina led the team with 23 points, while surging rookie Vanie Gandler added 17 points to the tally.
Ria Meneses, another key player for Cignal, showcased her versatility with a quick attack and a crucial block, scoring 4 points in the decisive frame of the match.
On the other side, Sisi Rondina, Choco Mucho's All-Filipino MVP candidate, scored 19 points in the match, and the recovering Tolentino added 16 points for the Flying Titans. Deanna Wong, the setter for Choco Mucho, dished out 25 excellent sets.
Cignal head coach Shaq delos Santos acknowledged the team's failure to fully execute their game plan but was proud of their comeback, stating, "We didn't play our best volleyball today, but we showed great resilience and determination to come back and win."
The best-of-three series between Cignal HD Spikers and Choco Mucho Flying Titans will continue on Saturday, December 9, 4 pm, at the PhilSports Arena. The Cignal HD Spikers are now one game away from making their All-Filipino finals debut.
While detailed reports and analysis of the semifinal match between Cignal and Choco Mucho are not readily available, it is clear that the Cignal HD Spikers' comeback win was a testament to their resilience and determination. As the series continues, fans can expect an exciting and closely contested battle between these two talented teams.
Sports enthusiasts are anticipating an exciting and closely contested battle between the Cignal HD Spikers and Choco Mucho Flying Titans in the finals of the 2023 PVL Second All-Filipino Conference. This follows the Cignal HD Spikers' thrilling five-set comeback victory over the Choco Mucho Flying Titans in the semifinals, showcasing their resilience in sports.
