MANILA — F2 Logistics, a renowned volleyball club, has officially announced the disbandment of its Premier Volleyball League (PVL) team.

The decision came as the Cargo Movers faced challenges with injuries, leading them to prioritize player health over competitive victories.

In a statement released on their social media accounts, the team expressed gratitude to the coaching staff, with special recognition for coach Ramil de Jesus, who continuously led the team.

The Cargo Movers concluded their 2023 PVL Second All-Filipino Conference with a 4-7 record, marking their final appearance in the league.

Acknowledging the support from the Premier Volleyball League and the Philippine Superliga, the team highlighted the instrumental role these leagues played in fostering volleyball growth in the Philippines.

Despite the disbandment, F2 Logistics remains dedicated to supporting Philippine volleyball, with a renewed focus on grassroots development.

The team affirmed its commitment to backing the De La Salle Lady Spikers and expanding support to the University of Perpetual Help.

However, the fate of F2 players remains uncertain, and it is not immediately clear where they will be headed following the team’s disbandment.

(ai/mnm)

Standings        W    L

*Creamline         8    0
*Choco Mucho   8    1
Chery Tiggo     7    1
Cignal              6    3
PetroGazz        5    4
PLDT                5    4
Akari                 5     4
F2 Logistics      4    5
Nxled                3    6
Farm Fresh      1    8
Galeries Tower 0    8
Gerflor              0    8

*semifinals

Games today

(Philsports Arena)

2 p.m. – Cignal vs Nxled
4 p.m. – Akari vs PetroGazz
6 p.m. – Chery Tiggo vs F2 Logistics

MANILA — In the race for the remaining semifinal berths, Chery Tiggo faces off against F2 Logistics in a crucial showdown at the Philsports Arena.

With Creamline and Choco Mucho securing the first two Final Four spots, the competition intensifies as both teams vie for a chance to advance.

Currently holding a strong 7-1 record, Chery Tiggo aims to secure victory in the 6 p.m. match against F2 Logistics.

Meanwhile, Cignal, positioned fourth with a 6-3 card, seeks to edge closer to a semifinal slot against already-eliminated Nxled at 2 p.m.

The battle for survival ensues at 4 p.m. as Akari and PetroGazz, tied with idle PLDT in fifth place at 5-4, strive to stave off elimination.

The Chargers and the Angels face a critical juncture with their fate not entirely in their hands, trailing Cignal by a game.

Cignal, with 19 points, holds the first tiebreaker over PLDT (16), PetroGazz (16), and Akari (14). F2 Logistics, plagued by injuries and recent struggles, seeks redemption against a formidable Chery Tiggo, determined to derail their opponent’s winning streak.

The HD Spikers aim to rebound from a challenging 25-17, 19-25, 25-21, 22-25, 14-16 defeat to the Crossovers last Tuesday, setting the stage for an intense battle.

Meanwhile, Creamline and Choco Mucho have already secured Final Four berths, overcoming the Chameleons and High-Speed Hitters, respectively, on Thursday.

After beating Nxled, 25-23, 25-16, 25-21, Creamline needed a Choco Mucho victory over PLDT, 25-20, 23-25, 18-25, 25-17, 15-12, to formalize its entry.

As the competition heats up, teams are leaving no stone unturned in their quest for glory in the Premier Volleyball League Second All-Filipino Conference.

(ai/mnm)

Games on Thursday
(Filoil EcoOil Centre)
1:30 p.m. – Creamline vs Gerflor
4 p.m. – Choco Mucho vs Farm Fresh
6:30 p.m. – PetroGazz vs Foton

MANILA — F2 Logistics and Cignal got off to a strong start in the Premier Volleyball League Invitational Conference as they triumphed over their respective opponents at the Filoil EcoOil Centre.

In their opening match, the Cargo Movers secured a 25-22, 25-20, 25-23 victory against the debuting Farm Fresh, thanks to Jolina Dela Cruz’s decisive ace.

Meanwhile, the HD Spikers overcame a slow start to defeat last conference’s runner-up PetroGazz in a thrilling Pool B opener, with a final score of 18-25, 25-18, 25-21, 25-22.

In a crucial moment when the Foxies threatened to prolong the match at 23-23, Aby Maraño delivered a quick kill to put the Cargo Movers at match point after Zam Nolasco’s service ace.

Ivy Lacsina, playing in her new role as an open spiker, led the scoring for F2 Logistics with 13 points. Maraño contributed 10 points, including three blocks and two service aces.

Setter Mars Alba, who, along with Dela Cruz, was part of the La Salle squad that dominated UAAP Season 85, had an impressive debut with 14 excellent sets and matched Maraño’s two service winners.

Dela Cruz made a solid professional debut with seven points and nine receptions, while Jov Fernandez, a former opposite spiker from Far Eastern University, added three points in the third set.

Kim Kianna Dy contributed nine points, and Majoy Baron scored seven points to further bolster the Cargo Movers’ performance.

“Siyempre we are happy na panalo kami but we still have to learn more. We have to make better connections with each other lalo na bago si Marionne (Alba) sa loob ng court so marami pa siyang adjustments,” said F2 Logistics coach Regine Diego.

“Siyempre hindi pa rin ako magsa-stop dahil nanalo kami kasi marami pa rin kaming errors. Marami pang parts na kailangan naming linisin,” she added, as the All-Filipino Cup third placers gave away 22 points from errors.

Ces Molina had 22 points while Jovelyn Gonzaga had a triumphant return as a HD Spiker with a solid all-around game of 13 points, 20 digs and six receptions.

Middles Rose Doria and Riri Meneses had 12 and 11 points, respectively, while setter Gel Cayuna tossed in 22 excellent sets.

Grethcel Soltones came through with 22 points while Jonah Sabete added 21 points for the Angels. Djanel Cheng, fresh from her stint in the AVC Challenge Cup for Women, logged 13 excellent sets as a substitute.

Forming the core of two-time NCAA champions College of Saint Benilde, Farm Fresh still made an impression despite the loss.

Gayle Pascual, the Season 97 Finals MVP, logged three blocks for a 10-point effort, while Wielyn Estoque and Nolasco had eight and six points, respectively, for the Foxies.

Kate Santiago, who along Trisha Tubu left Adamson to turn pro, debuted with seven points. Tubu, meanwhile, could not overcome opening day jitters and finished with three points for Farm Fresh.

(ai/mtvn)