Spikers' Turf Open Conference semifinals start Sunday

The Spikers' Turf Open Conference semifinals begin Sunday at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig, featuring a single round-robin format.

Criss Cross, who dominated the preliminaries, will face Savouge in their opening semifinal match.

Key players for Criss Cross include Jude Garcia, Jaron Requinton, Nico Almendras, Ysrael Marasigan, and Rex Intal, while Savouge will counter with Mark Calado, Shawie Caritativo, and Madz Gampong.

Savouge is determined to turn the tables against Criss Cross after previously leading in sets but failing to secure wins in their earlier encounters.

In the other semifinal match, Cignal HD Spikers will compete against the VNS-Latréotec Griffins.

The Griffins, returning to the semifinals since 2022, will depend on CJ Segui, KC Culabat, and Rash Nursiddik, while Cignal's lineup features Steven Rotter, Ruvince Abrot, Martin Bugaoan, John Mark Ronquillo, and Louie Ramirez.

Coaches are preparing new strategies for both offensive and defensive plays to outwit their opponents in this crucial stage.