Jonah Sabete-Escamillan Leads Nxled to Third Straight Win
Nxled defeated Galeries Tower, 25-16, 22-25, 25-17, 25-19, Thursday after recovering strongly from a second-set setback at Mall of Asia Arena. The Chameleons improved to 3-0 and grabbed the solo lead behind Jonah Sabete-Escamillan and another imposing blocking performance.
Nxled Takes Solo Lead With 3-0 Start
SPIN.ph covered Nxled’s four-set victory Thursday at the SM Mall of Asia Arena during the PVL All-Filipino Conference Siklab series. The Chameleons remained unbeaten through three matches after recovering from Galeries Tower’s 25-22 victory during the second set.
Nxled responded by controlling the third set, 25-17, before completing the victory with a 25-19 fourth-set performance. Galeries Tower could not force another set afterward, leaving the Highrisers winless through their first three matches of the competition.
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Guidetti Praises Chameleons’ Resilience
Head coach Ettore Guidetti connected Nxled’s unbeaten start with the resilience his players displayed during their previous PVL competitions.
“Well, it’s nice to see that we have the same resilience that we showed in the last part of the PVL On Tour, and especially during the Invitational. So we started definitely following the same line. So I see a bunch of determination in the team,” said head coach Ettore Guidetti.
His comments followed another victory where Nxled recovered immediately after dropping a set and controlled the remaining two frames.
Nxled Records 14 Blocks Against Galeries Tower
Nxled finished with 14 blocks against Galeries Tower, maintaining its strong net production during the team’s unbeaten opening stretch. The Chameleons entered Thursday’s match after recording 23 blocks during their previous victory against the Farm Fresh Foxies.
Those performances give Nxled 37 combined blocks across its last two matches during the early portion of the conference. The total provides additional context for a Chameleons defense that has produced significant direct scoring through its blocking numbers.
Chameleons Reach 37 Blocks Across Two Matches
Nxled followed its 23-block performance against Farm Fresh by adding another 14 blocks during Thursday’s victory over Galeries Tower. MJ Phillips contributed three kill blocks, while Sabete-Escamillan also recorded three blocks during the Chameleons’ latest four-set victory.
Sabete-Escamillan Leads Nxled With 22 Points
Sabete-Escamillan produced a game-high 22 points while contributing across several categories during Nxled’s third consecutive victory. She added three blocks, nine excellent receptions, and six excellent digs during her productive all-around performance against Galeries Tower.
Phillips supplied 14 points through 11 attacks and three kill blocks, providing additional scoring alongside Nxled’s leading offensive producer. Three-time MVP Brooke Van Sickle added 12 points and 13 excellent digs, completing another productive performance for the Chameleons.
Phillips and Van Sickle Add Double-Digit Scoring
Phillips and Van Sickle joined Sabete-Escamillan in double figures, giving Nxled three players with at least 12 points Thursday. Van Sickle also recorded 13 excellent digs, while Phillips delivered three kill blocks among her 14 total points.
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Cayuna and Pineda Support Nxled’s Four-Set Win
Gel Cayuna directed Nxled with 20 excellent sets while adding eight points during the Chameleons’ victory over Galeries Tower. Her production complemented three double-digit scorers as Nxled recovered from losing the second frame and controlled the remaining sets.
Veteran libero Bang Pineda contributed 10 excellent digs, adding another defensive statistic behind Nxled’s 14-block performance Thursday. The Chameleons closed the match by holding Galeries Tower to 17 points during the third and 19 during the fourth.
Setter Records 20 Excellent Sets for Chameleons
Cayuna finished with 20 excellent sets and eight points while directing Nxled through its third consecutive victory this conference. Her performance accompanied Sabete-Escamillan’s 22 points, Phillips’ 14, and Van Sickle’s 12 during the four-set result.
Nxled Responds After Galeries Takes Second Set
Galeries Tower answered Nxled’s 25-16 opening-set victory by taking the second frame, 25-22, and leveling the match Thursday. The Chameleons regained control immediately afterward, winning the third set by eight points before completing the match in four.
Nxled’s 25-17 third-set victory restored its advantage before a 25-19 fourth frame secured the team’s third consecutive win. Galeries Tower dropped to 0-3 despite becoming the first team Thursday to take a set from the unbeaten Chameleons.
Highrisers Drop to 0-3 After Four-Set Defeat
Galeries Tower remains winless through three matches after taking the second set but dropping the following two frames against Nxled. The Chameleons improved to 3-0 and moved into the solo lead following another four-set victory in the Siklab series.
Analytical Breakdown: Cayuna Keeps Nxled’s Attack Unpredictable
Nxled’s blocking strength gives its floor defenders clearer attacking lanes, creating a defensive system that consistently pressures opposing hitters. Sabete, Phillips, and Van Sickle provide enough scoring variety to punish defenses whenever Cayuna creates favorable single-block opportunities. Nxled’s championship ceiling will depend on adapting those defensive reads as opponents increasingly adjust their attacking patterns and scouting plans.
Frequently Asked Questions
Did Nxled beat Galeries Tower?
Nxled defeated Galeries Tower, 25-16, 22-25, 25-17, 25-19, to remain unbeaten in the PVL Siklab series.
What is Nxled’s current record?
The Chameleons improved to 3-0 and moved into the solo lead during the early portion of the conference.
Who led Nxled against Galeries Tower?
Jonah Sabete-Escamillan led Nxled with 22 points, three blocks, nine excellent receptions, and six excellent digs.
How many blocks did Nxled record?
Nxled produced 14 blocks against Galeries Tower after recording 23 against Farm Fresh in its previous match.
How did Brooke Van Sickle perform?
Van Sickle recorded a double-double with 12 points and 13 excellent digs during Nxled’s four-set victory.
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