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Garcia supplying Criss Cross firepower
Jude Garcia of Criss Cross has been named Player of the Week for his outstanding performance in the Spikers' Turf Open Conference.
Garcia, a two-time MVP, led the King Crunchers to a semifinal victory against the Savouge Spin Doctors with 12 points, including three blocks.
He emphasized the team's focus on service receive, blocking, and defense in preparation for Savouge's strategies.
Earlier in the elimination round, Garcia scored a game-high 16 points in Criss Cross's sweep of the PGJC-Navy Sealions, concluding a 10-game winning streak.
Garcia secured the weekly citation over notable players Louie Ramirez of Cignal and Mark Calado of Savouge.
Criss Cross also welcomed the return of Marck Espejo, who rejoined the team after playing in Japan's V.League.
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