Cool Smashers on cusp of semis

MANILA, Philippines —  If the Premier Volleyball League were a movie, Creamline’s the main character.

It was evidenced by a merciless 25-10, 27-25, 25-21 decimation by the Cool Smashers of the Chery Tiggo Crossovers yesterday that sent the mighty franchise on cusp of the semifinals for a record 17th straight time.

“Well, getting Game 1 is setting the tone in the series,” said Creamline skipper Alyssa Valdez of their short work of the Crossovers at the PhilSports Arena.

“But the job is not yet done, we need to work harder and hopefully we can prepare for Game 2.”

Another victory on Saturday at the Ynares Center in Antipolo would send Creamline straight to the semis. A decider, if necessary, is either on March 25 at the Pasig venue or March 27 back in mountaintop Antipolo.

It was extra special for Cool Smashers mentor Sherwin Meneses as he registered his 100th victory since taking over the Creamline coaching reins from Tai Bundit four years ago.

“From the start, this has been the goal of Creamline, to win and win,” he said.

Chery Tiggo got to the fight only when it took a 22-18 lead in the second set.