F2 Logistics turns back Creamline, boosts semis bid


F2 Logistics woke up from a two-set slumber as it turned back fancied Creamline, 22-25, 23-25, 25-20, 25-19, 15-11, to strengthen its semifinal campaign in the Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference on Tuesday, Nov. 8, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

F2 Logistics celebrates its stunning win against Creamline. (PVL Images)

Import Lindsay Stalzer erupted for 27 points highlighted by 22 kills and three aces for the Cargo Movers, who hiked their win-loss tally to 3-2 at fourth place.

F2 Logistics’ victory also dealt early semifinalist Creamline its first loss in six outings.

The Cargo Movers also drew strength from Kim Dy, who unloaded 18 points including six blocks, as well as on Kalei Mau and Aby Maraño, who chipped in 11 points apiece.

F2 Logistics displayed its rock-solid defense against the hard-hitting Creamline crew by posting 14 blocks, while also weakening the Cool Smashers’ floor defense by nailing 14 aces – four from Kim Fajardo.

Yeliz Basa, Alyssa Valdez and Jema Galanza conspired for 43 points for Creamline, but still failed to douse the fire of the Cargo Movers.