Ivy Lacsina claims PVL Player of the Week Honors after powering Akari’s breakthrough run

The early struggles of the Akari Chargers in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference demanded a response—and Ivy Lacsina stepped forward at exactly the right time.

After opening the conference without a win, Akari found new life through Lacsina’s emergence as a steady offensive anchor and all-around presence. The 6-foot-1 opposite hitter delivered back-to-back 20-point performances to lift the Chargers to two crucial victories, stabilizing a campaign that risked slipping early.

Her impact did not go unnoticed.

For powering Akari’s breakthrough stretch, Lacsina earned unanimous selection as the PVL Press Corps Player of the Week presented by Pilipinas Live for the period of February 24 to 28.

The former National University standout began her surge with a dominant showing against sister team Nxled Chameleons at the Filoil EcoOil Centre. She produced 20 points—all from attacks—alongside 10 receptions in a four-set victory that finally put the Chargers in the win column.

More importantly, it marked a shift in rhythm for Akari. Lacsina’s consistency gave the team a reliable scoring option while also strengthening its defensive structure in the backcourt.

She followed it up with another statement performance against the Cignal HD Spikers, delivering 20 points built on 16 kills, three blocks, and an ace, plus 11 excellent receptions in a dramatic five-set triumph. The match highlighted her evolving role—not just as a scorer, but as one of the team’s emotional stabilizers during pressure stretches.

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“Mas kumapit lang ako sa kasama ko talaga, and team effort to eh. Parang ‘yun talaga, ayaw ko masayang yung pinapaguran ng teammates ko ng coaches ko, so wala nang rason para hindi ilaban,” said Lacsina.

Her performances edged out a strong field of contenders that included Erika Santos, Eya Laure, Sisi Rondina, Savi Davison, Bella Belen, and Sydney Niegos for the weekly honor.

Despite the breakout stretch, Lacsina emphasized that Akari’s resurgence is rooted in shared leadership rather than individual scoring runs. She pointed to veteran presence from Grethcel Soltones and the team’s growing chemistry as key factors behind their improved performances.

“Sa akin naman po ’yung naging mindset ko talaga, hindi lang bilang ate, kundi bilang leader din,” Lacsina said.

“Tapos na kami sa era na si ate Grethcel lang yung ate namin. Gusto namin lahat kami mag-step up. At siyempre, nakakataas din ng confidence ’yung result ng game.”

Akari now heads into its next matchup against the Capital1 Solar Spikers with renewed confidence, carrying momentum built not just on wins—but on a clearer identity centered around balance, resilience, and collective responsibility.

For Lacsina, the mission remains simple: sustain the energy that revived their campaign and turn a recovery stretch into a consistent climb in the standings.

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