D’NAVIGATORS ILOILO capped off its 2024 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference on a triumphant note, dominating Martelli Meats, 25-17, 25-14, 25-20, at the Filoil EcoOil Centre on Sunday.
The emphatic win snapped a seven-match losing streak and provided a silver lining to a challenging campaign.
D’Navigators finished with a 2-7 win-loss record, placing eighth in the 10-team tournament after a top-four finish in the Open Conference earlier in the year.
Determined to end the season on a high note, the team displayed a dominant performance against the Master Butchers, securing the victory in just one hour and 13 minutes.
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 finished in ninth place. Despite the challenging run, they remain optimistic about bouncing back stronger in their next campaign.
Backed by ArenaPlus, Mikasa, and Alpha Insurance & Surety Company, the team looks to build on the lessons learned this season to improve upon their 1-8 record in the upcoming tournaments.
Angelo Reyes and Romeo Teodones led Martelli Meats with five points apiece, while Renz Cruz chipped in four markers.
