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Macandili-Catindig’s defensive leadership gives Cignal solid foundation
Cignal secured a spot in the 2024 PVL Invitational Conference Finals after defeating defending champions Kurashiki Ablaze.
Star libero Dawn Macandili-Catindig played a pivotal role in the victory, unleashing accumulated 'gigil' to contribute significantly.
Macandili-Catindig registered 27 excellent digs and seven excellent receptions in the crucial match against the Japanese club.
Teammate MJ Perez noted Macandili-Catindig's huge contributions to the team, alongside her own career-high 36 points and 21 excellent digs.
She expressed her determination to grab the opportunity to fight for Cignal's breakthrough crown in the conference.
Macandili-Catindig and other national team players were previously sidelined to fulfill their national team responsibilities.
Cignal will face Creamline in the finals, who are the reigning champions of the Reinforced Conference.
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