Choco Mucho soared past Farm Fresh in a nail-biting five-set clash on Tuesday night.
The encounter witnessed a semifinals bound squad and an also-ran team duke it out, captivating fans with their incredible display of skill and determination.
The match evolved into a mesmerizing duel between the top spikers of the two teams, with seasoned veteran Sisi Rondina and rising star Trisha Tubu showcasing their prowess in a battle for supremacy.
Rondina unleashed a barrage of 29 points, combining precision attacks with formidable blocks and stellar receptions, while Tubu delivered a career-best performance with an astonishing 32 points, fueled by her relentless spikes and solid defensive play.
Reflecting on the intense competition, Rondina commended Tubu for her exceptional performance, acknowledging the young talent's remarkable skills and unwavering competitiveness.
Despite being four years her junior, Tubu's tenacity and determination left Rondina in awe, as both players pushed each other to their limits in pursuit of victory.
Farm Fresh, buoyed by Tubu's stellar showing, demonstrated remarkable resilience throughout the match, refusing to back down even in the face of adversity.
Fending off two match points, they pushed Choco Mucho to dig deep and summon their utmost resolve to secure the hard-fought win.
However, Rondina not only praised Tubu but also lauded the entire Farm Fresh squad for their impressive performance.
Recognizing the team's growth and improvement, she highlighted the contributions of new additions to the Foxies squad, including their Japanese assistant coaches, whose influence and training regimen have significantly elevated the team's game.
“Grabe yung inimprove ng Farm Fresh ngayon. Alam mo yung peak nila tumapat talaga sa amin yung ayaw din magpatalo,” said Rondina.
“Hands down talaga ako sa Japanese training and program nila, ang ganda ng programa nila,” continued the 2023 Second All-Filipino Conference MVP.
