Jasha Gamao

The highly anticipated round-robin semifinals of the UNTV Volleyball League season 3 opened with a bang, as the BFP Lady Firefighters and the PNP Lady Patrollers wasted no time in asserting their dominance, securing crucial Game 1 victories yesterday at the Paco Arena in Manila.

These wins immediately set a strong tone for both teams, signaling their intentions to vie for a coveted spot in the championship series. The opening matches showcased their strategic depth, offensive firepower, and defensive tenacity, leaving fans eager for the rest of the semifinal action.

The Lady Firefighters victory highlighted their well-rounded attack and disciplined defense, with Gang Abellana stepping up at critical moments drowning the COMELEC Suffragettes in 3 straight sets. This early win is a significant boost for the BFP, providing them with valuable momentum and an initial lead in the tight round-robin format, where every match point matters in the race for the top two spots.

The PNP Lady Patrollers, overpowered the defending champion—AFP Lady Gunnar in their opening semifinal encounter. Their victory underscored their experience and ability to perform under pressure. With their seasoned roster and strategic plays, the Lady Patrollers demonstrated why they are consistently among the league's elite. This win is essential for the Lady Patrollers as they aim to secure yet another finals appearance and continue their quest for a potential championship title.

As the round-robin semifinals progress, these early Game 1 wins position both Lady Firefighters and Lady Patrollers favorably. Their strong starts immediately put pressure on their rivals, who will now need to deliver exceptional performances to keep their finals aspirations alive. With more matches to be played, the coming days are expected to be filled with intense volleyball action as teams battle it out for supremacy and the right to compete for the UNTV Volleyball League title.

Next game of the round-robin semifinals of UNTV Volleyball League will be on June 11, 2025 at the Paco Arena where AFP Lady Gunnar and COMELEC Suffragettes faces each other for game 1 to try and get their first win in the semis, while BFP Lady Firefighters will go against the PNP Lady Patrollers for a one classic showdown.

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The race to the finals intensified as two great teams, AFP Lady Gunnar and PNP Lady Patrollers, emerged victorious in Game 2 of the UNTV Volleyball League’s round-robin semifinals on June 11, 2025, at the Paco Arena.

AFP was able to bounce back from the frustration of Game 1 against the PNP Lady Patrollers, while the PNP Lady Patrollers secured another win, gaining an advantage in their championship aspirations.

In Game 1, the AFP Lady Gunnar asserted their control with a convincing win against the COMELEC Suffragettes. The Lady Gunnar demonstrated their formidable offense and disciplined defense after reeling from a devastating defeat from the Lady Patrollers in Game 1 of the league's round-robin semifinals.

Meanwhile, the Lady Patrollers, in a display of true championship caliber, fought tooth and nail to overcome the formidable BFP Lady Firefighters in a grueling four-set thriller. After dropping the first set, the Lady Patrollers rallied with exceptional teamwork and strategic plays, clawing their way to win the next three straight sets.

The decisive fourth set saw them unleash their full potential, with Yam Porio delivering clutch points that ultimately secured their hard-fought victory and kept their hopes of a title defense alive.

The next games will be on Sunday at the Paco Arena for the last day of the single round-robin format semifinals of UNTV Volleyball League Season 3, where the BFP Lady Firefighters will go head-to-head with the AFP Lady Gunnar, while the COMELEC Suffragettes will face the undefeated PNP Lady Patrollers in Game 2.

The PNP Lady Patrollers are set to make their historic second Finals appearance in UNTV Volleyball League Season 3, aiming to clinch the championship title they missed in their previous bid.

Their journey to the grand stage has been a testament to their unwavering spirit, characterized by three key factors: exceptional teamwork, relentless perseverance, and crystal-clear communication.

Having learned valuable lessons from their last finals experience, the Lady Patrollers are more unified and determined than ever to bring home the coveted trophy.

For PNP Lady Patrollers’ import and setter, Tin Bangcola, the top three keys to their finals comeback have been the development of their teamwork on the court, perseverance, and clear communication within the game to contribute their best to the collective goal.

“I think ang unang-unang factor na makaabot kami ulit sa finals…'yung teamwork, 'yung perseverance ng each member and 'yung communication.” Bangcola gladly emphasized in the post-game interview.

Meanwhile, for their head coach Rod Pinalba, the team’s strong mindset and their “never give up” attitude were truly the reasons they were able to come back to the Finals and have a chance at their first championship in the league.

“Well, hindi naman kami sumusuko kahit may talo kami, tuloy-tuloy lang kami. Sinasabi ko lagi sa mga player ko na wag sila mawalan ng pag-asa”, Coach Pinalba proudly said after securing a finals berth.

PNP is expected to perform well in the UVL Finals, given their high morale coming from a 3-0 dominance in the semifinals. They are also banking on their experience from the previous season and will surely focus on the things they failed to execute last year.

Game 1 of the most anticipated UNTV Volleyball League Season 3 Finals will be on June 18, 2025, at the Paco Arena, Manila. Expect a nerve-wracking showdown between the PNP Lady Patrollers and BFP Lady Firefighters.

In a stunning display of skill and determination, the BFP Lady Firefighters have defied all expectations, punched their ticket to the UNTV Volleyball League Season 3 Finals, and  proved they’re now one of the top teams to beat in the league. Their journey to the championship round has been marked by an unyielding spirit, clutch performances, and a team dynamic that has systematically dismantled the formidable defending champion, AFP Lady Gunnar, in the semifinals.

As the UVL Season 3 Finals draw near, anticipation is palpable, and the Lady Firefighters are widely expected to perform at the highest level and be full of surprises.

Jane Romo, import and middle hitter of the BFP Volleyball team, described their journey as tough and challenging due to some injuries that happened along the way and adjustments they made to fulfill each of their roles.

“Sobrang naging challenging sa amin kasi noong first round nagkaroon kami ng mga minor injuries but then nag-focus pa din kami sa kung sino ipapalit,” Jane Romo said.

Romo also hinted that they will have a surprise when it comes to the level of game they will be giving to their opponents, promising a greater and bolder team to play in the Finals.

“Surprise! Syempre meron tayong pa-surprise sa championship and babalik kaming malakas talaga,” she added.

Coaches and analysts alike are pointing to their exceptional team chemistry and mental fortitude as key factors that will enable them to rise to the championship showdown. The entire Bureau of Fire Protection is rallying behind the Lady Firefighters, eagerly awaiting what promises to be a thrilling conclusion to their Cinderella story, as they aim to etch their names into UVL history with a championship title.

The championship showdown will feature the hungry returning PNP Lady Patrollers in the Finals and a robust and determined group of BFP Lady Firefighters this June 18, 2025, for Game 1 at the Paco Arena, Manila.

The atmosphere buzzed with excitement in Paco Arena after the dominant blowout performance by the PNP Lady Patrollers in Game 1 of the UVL Season 3 best-of-three finals series against the BFP Lady Firefighters. Their decisive victory puts them in a commanding position, just one win away from claiming the coveted championship title they’ve been dreaming since season 2. 

The question on everyone's minds right now is whether they can seal the deal and sweep the series in Game 2, or if the Lady Firefighters can mount a comeback and force a rubber match.

Winning the opening game of a best-of-three series provides a strategic advantage. The Lady Patrollers will undoubtedly enter Game 2 with heightened confidence, knowing they only need one more strong game plan to secure the trophy. This allows them to play with more freedom and aggression, potentially pushing their limits without the immense pressure of facing elimination. 

For the Lady Firefighters, the challenge is now amplified; they must regroup quickly, analyze their weaknesses from Game 1, and devise a strategy to counter PNP's momentum and force a Game 3.

While Game 1's performance certainly favors the PNP Lady Patrollers, the nature of best-of-three series in volleyball means that a comeback is always possible. BFP Lady Firefighters will be fighting for their tournament lives, and for their chosen beneficiary, this desperation can sometimes fuel an inspired performance.

All eyes on game 2 of this thrilling series as PNP Lady Patrollers aims to clinch their first title in second try, while BFP Lady Firefighters battles to extend their championship hopes on June 22, 2025 at Rizal Memorial Coliseum in Manila.eir chosen beneficiary, this desperation can sometimes fuel an inspired performance.

Don’t miss Game 2 of this thrilling series as PNP Lady Patrollers aim for an early celebration, while BFP Lady Firefighters battle to extend their championship hopes on June 22, 2025 at Rizal Memorial Coliseum in Manila.