Three years after backing Adamson University in the Philippine Volleyball League (PVL), Akari Lighting and Technology Corporation has officially joined the league as its tenth team.Read More
Photo: The UAAP The highly-anticipated rookie, Shaina Nitura, did not waste time in introducing herself to the collegiate stage as she exploded for 33 points to fuel the Adamson University Lady Falcons’ comeback win over the Ateneo Blue Eagles, 21-25, 20-25, 25-12, 25-15, 15-12, in a grueling five-set match in the UAAP Season 87 women’s volleyball tournament at the Mall of Asia Arena, Sunday. Nitura scattered her scoring output with...Read More
Volleyball is not the only Nxled Chameleons rookie Lucille Almonte’s passion. Early last year, Almonte received an unexpected gift from her former assistant coach, Leo Miranda, and her teammate, Juris Manuel in Adamson. “Galing kay Coach Leo tsaka kay Juris, sila yung nag-gift nun tapos sabi ko ‘gusto ko ng something na, alam mo yun, parang aalagaan ko forever’, ayun sineryoso nila ‘yung aso,” said Almonte with a laugh. And...Read More
After nine years with the Foton and Chery Tiggo franchise, EJ Laure felt it was time to explore new opportunities. The Nxled Chameleons announced the signing of Ennajie Laure earlier today, adding a power spiker to their roster. “Gusto ko lumabas ng comfort zone ko, meron pa rin naman akong [naging] teammates dito [before], pero iba kasi ‘yung system and actually hindi kasi ako familiar sa iba kong teammates kaya...Read More
The Adamson University Lady Falcons are not done retooling. After securing the commitment of outside hitter Lana Barrera, Adamson bared that Filipino-American middle blocker, Frisha Divinagracia, has chosen to play for the Lady Falcons in college.The 5’10 middle blocker currently plays for Clovis East High School in Clovis, California. Like Barrera, Divinagracia will be eligible to play for Adamson beginning UAAP Season 88. Divinagracia will add more height to the...Read More
Akari Sports announced Lana Barrera as the newest addition to the Lady Falcon’s nest. The 17-year-old Fil-German will boost Adamson University, which already boasts impressive rookies such as Shaina Nitura, Felicity Sagaysay, Mary Ann Grace Del Moral, and Frances Mordi in its pool. When asked via text about the opportunity to play for the True Blue, the 5’8 outside hitter could not contain her excitement. “I am so excited to get...Read More
Photo: PVL The Nxled Chameleons could not sustain their strong start, losing to the ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles in four sets, 25-19, 23-25, 22-25, 15-25, in the PVL 2024-2025 All-Filipino Conference preliminary round at the Ynares Center in Antipolo last Tuesday. Nxled dropped to a 0-2 record, while ZUS Coffee made history by winning its first PVL game since joining the league last conference. The Thunderbelles looked to finish end the...Read More
The Nxled Chameleons fought hard but fell short against the PLDT High Speed Hitters, 15-25, 17-25, 25-22, 22-25, to begin their PVL 2024-2025 All-Filipino Conference campaign at the PhilSports Arena yesterday. Newly-appointed Nxled team captain Chiara Permentilla put on a show with an all-around performance of 21 points, 15 excellent receptions, and 10 excellent digs. Lycha Ebon contributed 15 points composed of 12 attacks, two blocks, and one ace and...Read More
As the Premier Volleyball League 2024-2025 All-Filipino Conference goes underway, the Nxled Chameleons further strengthened their roster with the addition of veteran playmaker Ivy Perez and middle blocker Jeycel Delos Reyes. Perez, a former setter for the National University Lady Bulldog, previously played for the Petro Gazz Angels. She also had stints with the now-defunct Quezon City Gerflor Defenders, Army-Black Mamba Lady Troopers, and Foton Tornadoes Blue Energy in the...Read More
Photo: PVL In September, the Nxled Chameleons brought in Italian head coach Ettore Guidetti to steer the ship starting this upcoming PVL 2024-2025 All-Filipino Conference. Since then, the Italian mentor has received a warm and positive response from his players, who have shown a high level of commitment to his system. “The commitment is super high. They started from the very beginning to be open-minded to my system,” he marveled. ...Read More
The Adamson University (AdU) Lady Falcons suffered a stunning three-set defeat at the hands of the reigning NCAA women’s volleyball champions, College of Saint Benilde (CSB) Lady Blazers, 25-13, 25-22, 25-19, in their last match in Pool D of the 2024 Shakey’s Super League Pre-season Championship at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum, Wednesday night. With this loss, the Lady Falcons are virtually eliminated from contention. In contrast, the Lady Blazers only...Read More
Photo: The UAAP The Adamson University Lady Baby Falcons fell short against the National University Nazareth School Lady Bullpups in five nail-biting sets, 25-16, 23-25, 20-25, 25-23, 13-15, in the first round of the UAAP Season 87 High School Volleyball Tournament Girls’ Division at the Paco Arena in Manila earlier today. The defending champions from San Marcelino suffered their second loss, dropping to a 2-2 record. Trailing by three in...Read More
Photo: The UAAP The reigning champions Adamson University Lady Baby Falcons against the De La Salle Santiago Zobel Junior Spikers in straight sets, 25-13, 25-15, 25-19, to clinch their first victory in the UAAP Season 87 High School Tournament Girls’ Division at the Paco Arena yesterday. Adamson vented its ire on DLSZ, bouncing back after its opening-game loss against the University of Santo Tomas Junior Tigresses last week. Samantha Cantada...Read More
The Nxled Chameleons have announced Italian coach Ettore Guidetti as their new head coach for the PVL 2024 All-Filipino Conference, succeeding Chen Gang after one conference. Guidetti steps into the role after Chen Gang’s tenure, during which Nxled finished 10th in the Reinforced Conference with a 1-7 record. Guidetti, who brings 20 years of coaching experience in Italy, Poland, and Sweden, is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the...Read More
Photo: PVL The Akari Chargers finally got over the hump. The Akari Chargers made history by reaching the franchise’s first semifinal after defeating the Farm Fresh Foxies in four sets, 17-25, 25-18, 25-22, 25-23, in the PVL 2024 Reinforced Conference Quarterfinals at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan last Saturday. Since joining the PVL in 2022, Akari has not yet reached the Final Four of the league, with their...Read More
Photo: PVL The Akari Chargers wallops the Farm Fresh Foxies in three sets, 25-19, 25-22, 25-19, to stay unblemished in the PVL 2024 Reinforced Conference at the FilOil EcoOil Centre in San Juan, Tuesday night. Akari secured its eighth victory in as many outings, sweeping the preliminary rounds to head into the quarterfinals as the top seed. Oly Okaro propelled the Chargers with 18 points and nine excellent digs, while...Read More
Photo: PVL The Nxled Chameleons succumbed to the Cignal HD Spikers in three sets, 25-27, 20-25, 20-25, to close out their PVL 2024 Reinforced Conference campaign at the FilOil EcoOil Centre, Tuesday. Nxled concluded the conference with a 1-7 record, winning their debut match but subsequently enduring seven consecutive losses in the preliminaries. Nxled’s American import, Meegan Hart, led the Chameleons with 16 points, including 14 attacks and two blocks....Read More
Akari continues to show its support to the growth of Philippine sports. Akari Lighting and Technology Corporation and the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) have officially sealed their groundbreaking partnership with a successful contract signing held at the Atencio-Libunao Hall in UP Diliman, Tuesday. This significant event marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for collegiate sports in the Philippines. The partnership between Akari and the UAAP...Read More
Photo: PVL The Akari Chargers outshined the Nxled Chameleons in four sets, 21-25, 25-19, 25-17, 25-18, to remain unbeaten in the PVL 2024 Reinforced Conference at the PhilSports Arena, Thursday night. Akari clinched their seventh consecutive victory in two hours and four minutes of play. Team captain Michelle Cobb stepped up in Kamille Cal’s absence as she earned Player of the Game honors with 18 excellent sets and nine points...Read More
The Nxled Chameleons suffered their fifth consecutive defeat at the hands of the rising Capital1 Solar Spikers, with a score of 25-20, 25-20, 16-25, 19-25, 6-15, in the PVL 2024 Reinforced Conference last Saturday. Nxled saw its 2-0 lead in the match vanish as the Capital Solar Spikers relied on Marina Tushova’s record-breaking 49 points in the 2-hour and 10-minute match. Jhoana Maraguinot played her best game this conference, scoring...Read More
The Akari Chargers fended off the gutsy Galeries Tower Highrisers in five nail-biting sets, 23-25, 25-15, 25-16, 22-25, 18-16, to remain unbeaten in the PVL 2024 Reinforced Conference at the PhilSports Arena last Saturday. Akari had to dig deep to clinch its sixth consecutive victory in as many outings, engaging in a 2-hour and 26-minute battle with Galeries Tower. Oly Okaro once again fueled Akari with 32 points, comprising 28...Read More