D'Navigators Iloilo celebrates a point against Martelli Meats in the 2024 Spikers' Turf Invitational Conference, December 1, 2024 at the Filoil EcoOil Centre. PVL Media
MANILA -- D'Navigators Iloilo concluded its campaign in the 2024 Spikers' Turf Invitational Conference by sweeping Martelli Meats, 25-17, 25-14, 25-20, at the Filoil EcoOil Centre on Sunday.
The result snapped a seven-match losing streak for D'Navigators, allowing them to end the tournament on a positive note. They finished with a 2-7 record, placing eighth in the 10-team field.
"Napag-usapan naman 'to last game. Kung tatrabahuhin, trabahuhin na. Despite na nasa ilalim kami, siguro we tried our best despite sa mga problema,' said coach Boyet Delmoro after their one-hour, 13-minute triumph.
Kyle Villamor shone brightly, delivering 11 points, including nine attacks and two blocks. His stellar all-around play also featured 12 excellent receptions and five digs.
Madz Gampong, who sat out the final frame, contributed nine points, while Bryan Jaleco and Vince Himzon each added seven markers. The team had to cope with the continued absence of key players Jayvee Sumagaysay, Kim Dayandante and Barbie San Andres.
Meanwhile, the Master Butchers concluded their season in ninth place. Angelo Reyes and Romeo Teodones led Martelli Meats with five points apiece, while Renz Cruz chipped in four markers.