
Jovelyn Gonzaga took matters into her own hands to will her team back from a 1-2 deficit as she poured 14 points, including the crucial blows in the fifth set.
Gonzaga connived with Fiola Ceballos for an 11-7 lead in the fifth before Ivy Lacsina kept them within striking distance with three consecutive hits, 12-10.
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The veteran opposite spiker delivered the last two points to improve to a 1-2 record.
Chinnie Arroyo also led the Thunderbelles with 18 points and 11 digs. Riza Nogales had 10 points including four blocks, while Thea Gagate added nine.
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Akari slid to a 0-2 record despite Lacsina’s 24 points. Fifi Sharma chipped in 14 points, highlighted by five blocks. Chenie Tagaod added 10 points.
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