Changas Tie for Third with Cangrejeras and Caguas Remains LVSF Leader
NARANJITO, Puerto Rico, February 15, 2025. – In Saturday’s action in the
Women’s Volleyball Superior League (LVSF), the Changas de Naranjito
defeated the Atenienses de Manatí to tie for third place in the
standings with the Cangrejeras, while the Criollas de Caguas secured
their ninth victory of the season by defeating the Valencianas.
The Changas de Naranjito defeated the Atenienses de Manatí 3-1 (20-25,
25-20, 25-22, 25-19) at the iconic Gelito Ortega court.
With this victory, Naranjito improved to a 4-6 record with 12 points,
tying with the Cangrejeras for third place. Both teams have the same
number of wins and points, but the Cangrejeras hold one less loss.
Opposite hitter Génesis Collazo led the Changas’ offense with 18 points,
including 14 attacks and four blocks. She was followed by Adanna Rollins
with 14 points and Andrea Serra with 11.
For the Atenienses (7-4, 22 points), Chareika Carrión was the top scorer
with 18 points, all on attacks. Karla Santos added 17 points, Tristin
Savage contributed 11, and both Kjersti Strong and Dariana Hollingsworth
finished with 10 points each.
Naranjito outperformed Manatí in blocks (15-13) and service aces (2-1),
while Manatí led in attacks (57-43), digs (70-66), receptions (51-29),
and assists (20-11).
Third Victory for Caguas Over Juncos
The Criollas de Caguas successfully defended their home court at the
Roger Mendoza Coliseum, defeating the Valencianas de Juncos in straight
sets (25-23, 25-17, 28-26).
This marked Caguas’ third win over Juncos this season, solidifying their
position at the top of the standings with a 9-1 record and 27 points.
Caguas’ offense was led by French player Julie Oliveira Souza, who
recorded 16 points, 13 on attacks and three from blocks. Diana Carolina
Reyes followed with 13 points, including 12 attacks and one block.
For Juncos (2-8, 6 points), Jaylen Hodge led with 21 points, the only
player on her team to reach double digits.
Caguas outperformed Juncos in attacks (46-43), blocks (6-5), digs
(58-49), and assists (19-16).
Meanwhile, Juncos led in receptions (42-29). |