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Spikers' Turf: Espejo shines in Criss Cross' rout of VNS
Criss Cross, led by Marck Espejo's triumphant return, defeated Savouge in straight sets to open the Spikers' Turf Open Conference semifinals.
The King Crunchers extended their winning streak to 11 games with a dominant 25-22, 25-18, 25-18 victory.
Espejo, playing in his second game after returning from Japan, scored 14 points against VNS.
He noted his main adjustment has been the weather and adapting to coach Tai Bundit's training style.
Jude Garcia and Nico Almendras, who spearheaded Criss Cross's offense in the previous game, provided solid support against VNS.
Garcia scored 12 points in the Savouge game and nine against VNS, while Almendras added 11 points and 16 excellent receptions against Savouge and 10 points against VNS.
Setter Ish Polvorosa orchestrated their offense with 13 excellent sets against VNS.
The win improved Criss Cross's semifinal record to 2-0 and their overall standing to a flawless 12-0 in the tournament.
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