Garcia leads Criss Cross to finals with 25-point performance
Jude Garcia led Criss Cross to a crucial four-set victory over Cignal HD in the 2024 Spikers' Turf Invitational Conference with an impressive 25-point performance, securing their second straight finals berth.
Criss Cross secured its place in the finals after defeating Savouge Spin Doctors in another tight match on Wednesday at the FilOil EcoOil Centre, improving to a perfect 3-0 record in semifinals.
Garcia's timely heroics continued with a top-scoring performance of 20 points, while teammate Nico Almendras contributed 13 points, solid defense, and excellent receptions.
Criss Cross dominated the fourth set after a close third set battle to seal their finals spot against Savouge Spin Doctors, who had hopes of forcing a three-way tie with Cignal HD.
The King Crunchers will face off in the winner-take-all final on December 15 as they aim for another title and continue their impressive run in the tournament.
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