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Abi Maraño of Cherry Tigo Crossovers vs. Camille Kalu of Nxled at the PVL All-Filipino Conference. –PVL Photo
MANILA, Philippines — Abby Maraño believes the Chery Tigo Crossover's strong on-off chemistry led to their third straight win in the 2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference.
After losing two of their first four games, the Crossovers have gradually improved, winning three straight, including big wins over the defending champion Creamline Cool Smashers and Petro Gaz Angels.
Maraño is ignited by stronger team bonding and improved on-court communication under coach Cherry Tigo, and fourth-place Petro Gaz behind top-seeded Cream Line (6-1). He said that with a record of 5 wins and 2 losses, he has kept his hopes of reaching the semifinals alive. Choco Mucho and PLDT, tied for second place, both have a record of 5 wins and 1 loss.
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„We're really leveraging the chemistry that's been working to our advantage. We didn't see eye to eye at first, but now we understand what each other wants to say,“ Maraño said. said after scoring nine points in a 23-25, 25-23, 25-16, 25-20 win over Nuxled. Tuesday at PhilSports Arena.
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File – Chery Tiggo’s Crossover at PVL All-Filipino Conference. – PVL Photography
„You have to be able to take one look at your teammate and know what she's saying. So we're working really hard on that area. For me, playing for Chery Tiggo… It's only the second month and their system is different than where I used to play.
In past games, the Cherry Tigo team captain witnessed his teammates' enthusiasm for competition and dedication to helping each other on the court.
“You can see how responsive the team is. The coaches really want us to support each other. And you can see the communication and support starting to come in, and that makes us a unit. I think that's what makes it so effective,“ Maraño said.
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The veteran middle blocker has shown off his on-court skills and signature running attack in recent wins, but it's a combination of returning setter Alina Bikal and fellow playmaker Joym Kagande. Thanks to Jasmine Nabors.
„They really give me a sliding attack because that's what I've been good at my whole career. We work on it every training. It's great to practice that in a short period of time. I had a hard time at first because it’s not easy,” Maraño said.
„I'm grateful that they didn't give up despite the pressure. Thanks to Alina, Joymy and Jasmine for helping me regain my confidence, (my strengths) are starting to emerge again. ”
Cherry Tigo's next match is April 11th against Signal. But Maraño and the Crossovers have no intention of letting up during the long break, vowing to work even harder to get better and make the most of it.