Creamline back on top: Pons shines as Cool Smashers sweep Cignal for PVL crown

The dynasty is far from over.

The Creamline Cool Smashers reclaimed the throne in the Premier Volleyball League, completing a dominant finals sweep of the Cignal Super Spikers to capture the 2026 All-Filipino Conference title.

Under the bright lights of the Smart Araneta Coliseum, Creamline leaned on composure and clutch plays to outlast Cignal in a gripping five-set Game 2 victory, 25-23, 22-25, 25-16, 16-25, 15-11, in front of 17,358 fans.

Leading the charge was Bernadette Pons, who earned Finals Most Valuable Player after delivering in crucial moments, anchoring Creamline’s offense and defense when it mattered most.

The Cool Smashers had earlier set the tone with a straight-sets win in Game 1, showcasing their championship pedigree. When tested in the second match, they responded with poise, turning a tight contest into a defining finish.

The title marks Creamline’s 11th overall PVL championship and seventh All-Filipino crown, ending a rare three-conference drought and reaffirming its status as the league’s gold standard.

Cignal, meanwhile, settled for its third runner-up finish, falling short of a breakthrough title despite a hard-fought finals stand.