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The PGJC Navy Sealions celebrate after beating VNS in the 2025 Spikers' Turf Open Conference, February 23, 2025 at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum. PVL Media

The PGJC Navy Sealions celebrate after beating VNS in the 2025 Spikers' Turf Open Conference, February 23, 2025 at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum

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MANILA -- The PGJC Navy Sealions squandered a two-set advantage before outlasting VNS-Laticrete in five sets in their showdown in the 2025 Spikers&#x27; Turf Open Conference at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum.Navy secured a thrilling 25-20, 25-22, 20-25, 17-25, 17-15 victory, with Greg Dolor coming up big in the closing stretch.Dolor soared from the back row for a kill that clipped the net and dropped into an open spot, sending the Sealions into a frenzied celebration.It was a disappointing finish for the Griffins, who appeared headed for a stunning comeback after taking the third and fourth sets, and surging to a 12-10 lead in the fifth. They could not finish the job, however, as the Sealions displayed nerves of steel in crunch time.With the result, Navy claimed its first win after a straight-sets loss to Savouge in their conference-opener last Friday. Meanwhile, it is the second consecutive defeat for VNS.<div><img src="https://od2-image-api.abs-cbn.com/prod/editorImage/1740324786111Spiker Turf Open Conference 2025 - NAVY vs VNS - NAVY Grp.jpg" style="width:960px" class="fr-fic fr-dib" alt="The PGJC Navy Sealions celebrate after beating VNS in the 2025 Spikers&#x27; Turf Open Conference, February 23, 2025 at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum. PVL Media"/>The PGJC Navy Sealions celebrate after beating VNS in the 2025 Spikers&#x27; Turf Open Conference, February 23, 2025 at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum. PVL Media</div>Despite missing top spiker Joeven Dela Vega due to illness, the Sealions managed to regain their footing in the final frame after struggling in the previous two sets. Meanwhile, the Griffins, powered by the relentless CJ Segui, pushed to complete their stunning fightback.Dolor provided the spark for Navy in the decider, scoring back-to-back points to fuel a 5-1 run that gave the team a commanding 10-5 advantage.But VNS refused to back down. Segui spearheaded a scorching 7-0 run, firing six straight points to propel the Griffins ahead, 12-10. John Ashley Jacob kept Navy in contention, but an off-the-block hit by RK Medino pushed VNS to match point at 14-13.A costly service error by Howard Guerra, however, handed Navy a lifeline. Jacob then delivered a crucial block on Kenneth Culabat, shifting the lead in the Sealions’ favor at 15-14.VNS forced an extension after Peter Quiel misfired on his serve, but Jacob responded with a smart off-the-block attack. Dolor then delivered the knockout blow with a powerful back-row hit against three defenders, sealing the intense battle after two hours and 25 minutes.&quot;I told my players that this was a test of character. The team that truly wants to win will prevail. No matter what set it is, we have to fight to win,&quot; said returning Navy head coach George Pascua in Filipino.Dolor spearheaded Navy’s attack with 25 points, tallying 21 kills, three blocks, and an ace. Jacob added 15 markers, 13 of which came from attacks, while Quiel contributed 10 points, including five blocks.Setter Owen Suarez provided 17 excellent sets while adding four points, while veteran libero Jack Kalingking anchored the defense with 16 excellent receptions and nine digs.The Sealions will next face title contender Criss Cross on Wednesday at 3:30 p.m. at the Ynares Sports Arena, aiming for their second straight win in three starts in the double-round elims among six teams.On the other side, Segui carried VNS with 26 points and 16 excellent receptions, while Medino provided a huge boost off the bench with 24 points. Culabat also delivered an all-around performance, finishing with 14 points, 17 receptions, and 12 digs.Still searching for their first victory, the Griffins will take on defending champion Cignal on Wednesday at 6 p.m.

Navy secured a thrilling 25-20, 25-22, 20-25, 17-25, 17-15 victory, with Greg Dolor coming up big in the closing stretch. #SpikersTurf2025

Navy secured a thrilling 25-20, 25-22, 20-25, 17-25, 17-15 victory, with Greg Dolor coming up big in the closing stretch. #SpikersTurf2025

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Spikers' Turf: PGJC Navy outlasts VNS in 5-set marathon

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Published February 23, 2025 11:39 PM PHT

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