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).