PVL

2024 - 11 - 9

Akari Chargers Serve Up a Winning Start in PVL 2024-25!

Akari Chargers - Eli Soyud - Faith Nisperos - Galeries Tower Highrisers - Grethcel Soltones - Julia Coronel - Premier Volleyball League - PVL 2024-25

Who knew the volleyball court could be this electrifying? Akari Chargers bounce back to beat Galeries in a thrilling season opener! 🏐✨

MANILA, Philippines — The Akari Chargers kicked off their Premier Volleyball League (PVL) 2024-25 All-Filipino Conference campaign on a high note as they faced the Galeries Tower Highrisers. Despite enduring a tough first set that ended with a nail-biting 28-30 loss, Akari showcased their resilience, dominating the next three sets to secure a 3-1 victory. The excitement in the stadium was palpable as fans cheered on their favorite team, proving once again that volleyball in the Philippines is more than just a sport—it's a beloved spectacle.

Grethcel Soltones led the charge for Akari as they stormed back in the following sets with remarkable synergy and skill. After a shaky start, the Chargers found their rhythm and cruised to wins of 25-15, 25-16, and 25-23 against the Highrisers. Akari's veteran opposite hitter Eli Soyud impressed everyone with a game-best performance, racking up 21 points, while young gun Faith Nisperos, fresh off her stint with Alas Pilipinas, amplified the enthusiasm and confidence in the team. The victory undoubtedly served as a powerful statement about their ambitions for the season.

Looking ahead, the excitement builds for the PVL All-Filipino Conference opening event on November 9, 2024, which promises to deliver plenty of nail-biting moments and athletic prowess as teams clash for supremacy. Fans from across the country are eagerly anticipating the matches, prepared to witness stunning displays from both seasoned veterans and rising stars. Julia Coronel, the third overall pick in the 2024 PVL Rookie Draft, is eager to make her mark this season and hopes to carve out her own legacy amidst the established talent.

As the Akari Chargers and other teams gear up for the thrilling competitions ahead, volleyball enthusiasts can expect a season filled with heart-stopping action, fierce rivalries, and memorable moments that will be talked about for years to come. Keep your popcorn ready, sports fans—this PVL season is shaping up to be a rollercoaster of excitement!

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Akari opens PVL campaign on a high note, downs Galeries (The Manila Times)

MANILA, Philippines — The Akari Chargers kicked off their Premier Volleyball League (PVL) 2024-25 All-Filipino Conference campaign with a thrilling 28-30, ...

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LIVE: PVL All-Filipino Conference opening November 9 (INQUIRER.net)

2024-2025 PVL All-Filipino volleyball tournament schedule, live updates, stories, photos and videos for games on November 9, 2024.

Akari triumphs in PVL season debut, rallies to beat Galeries in 4 (Tiebreaker Times)

Grethcel Soltones and Akari bounced back from an extended opening-set loss en route to dominating Galeries Tower in four sets.

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Akari opens PVL All-Filipino campaign with hard-fought victory over ... (One Sports)

The Akari Chargers bucked a first set defeat to storm past the Galeries Tower Highrisers in their opening match in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference.

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PVL: Alas Pilipinas stint boosts Faith Nisperos' confidence (ABS-CBN News)

Spiker Faith Nisperos said Saturday that her stint with Alas Pilipinas boosted her confidence as a player.

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Soyud explosion, Nisperos' return power Akari's comeback (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

Then came a surprise package in a spiker-stacked Chargers side: veteran opposite hitter Eli Soyud. The 28-year-old winger showed the way with a game-best 21 ...

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Akari bucks slow start, beats Galeries in 4 to take PVL season-opener (ABS-CBN News)

Akari bucked its slow start en route to a 28-30, 25-15, 25-16, 25-23 victory over Galeries to take the 2024-25 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) season-

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PVL: Julia Coronel hopes to carve own legacy in the pros (ABS-CBN News)

MANILA, Philippines – Julia Coronel, the 2024 PVL Rookie Draft third overall pick, hopes to carve her own legacy in professional volleyball.

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PVL: Alas Pilipinas stint boosting Faith Nisperos' confidence (INQUIRER.net)

Faith Nisperos is bringing all the learnings from Alas Pilipinas to make up for her lost time with the Akari Chargers in the PVL.

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PVL: Julia Coronel happy with debut, but still 'has a lot to work on' (INQUIRER.net)

Julia Coronel said her ultimate goal remains to make her mark and help Galeries Tower reach greater heights in the PVL.

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Petro Gazz, Akari notch wins in PVL season opener (GMA News Online)

The Petro Gazz Angels and Akari Chargers notched wins in the opener of the 2024-25 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference on Saturday at ...

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PVL: Kat Tolentino reveals she has yet to recover from auditory ... (ABS-CBN News)

Choco Mucho mainstay Kat Tolentino revealed Saturday that she has yet to recover from the auditory condition she started suffering April this year.

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Petro Gazz silences Choco Mucho for strong opening-day win in ... (One Sports)

The Petro Gazz Angels flexed their muscle against the Choco Mucho Flying Titans for a convincing four-set win to open their 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino ...

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Extra-motivated Brooke Van Sickle starts new PVL season with 34 ... (One Sports)

Reigning All-Filipino MVP Brooke Van Sickle and Petro Gazz are out for revenge in the new PVL season, starting that mission with a four-set victory over the ...

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Soyud explosion, Nisperos' return power Akari's comeback (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

Then came a surprise package in a spiker-stacked Chargers side: veteran opposite hitter Eli Soyud. The 28-year-old winger showed the way with a game-best 21 ...

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PVL: Van Sickle fires 34 as Petro Gazz soars past Choco Mucho (ABS-CBN News)

Petro Gazz is off to a strong start in the 2024-25 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference.

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PVL: Brooke Van Sickle powers Petro Gazz past Choco Mucho (INQUIRER.net)

Brooke Van Sickle sparkled with 34 points as Petro Gazz outlasted Choco Mucho, in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference opener.

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PVL: Akari overcomes Galeries Tower for a winning start (INQUIRER.net)

Akari recovered from a lethargic first-set loss before overcoming Galeries Tower to kick off the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference.

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Faith Nisperos cherishes return in PVL (The Manila Times)

MANILA, Philippines — Faith Nisperos used her experience in playing with the national team and made an impactful return with the Akari, helping the Chargers ...

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Julia Coronel embraces 'two-way player' role for Galeries (The Manila Times)

MANILA, Philippines — Julia Coronel made her first debut in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL), and she is keen to give her all with Galeries, ...

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Van Sickle drops 34 in Petro Gazz's four-set win over Choco Mucho (Sports Interactive Network Philippines)

As the Angels tiptoed their way to win two of the first three sets, the returning Sisi Rondina propelled the Flying Titans to a momentum-shifting fightback in ...

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PVL: Brooke Van Sickle relishes duel vs 'phenomenal' Sisi Rondina (INQUIRER.net)

Brooke Van Sickle won the clash of the MVPs after pushing Petro Gazz past Sisi Rondina and Choco Mucho in the PVL on Saturday.

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PVL: Deanna Wong to miss time for Choco Mucho, expected return ... (ABS-CBN News)

Deanna Wong will sit out PVL games for Choco Mucho and is expected to return in January next year.

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Akari opens new PVL season with win over Galeries Tower | PVL ... (One Sports)

The 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference is officially a go, with the Akari Chargers first on the board with a victory.

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Faith Nisperos Brings Confidence From Alas In PVL Comeback (The Game)

Faith Nisperos is officially back with the Akari Chargers as she came up big in their All-Filipino Conference opener against the Galeries Tower Highrisers.

Nisperos cherishes return in PVL (The Manila Times)

FAITH Nisperos used her experience in playing with the national team and made an impactful return with Akari, helping the Chargers clinch their first ...

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Petro Gazz outduels Choco Mucho for first PVL win of the conference (Daily Guardian)

The Petro Gazz Angels kicked off their Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference with a bang after taking.

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