CREAMLINE Cool Smashers setter Donna Paralejas welcomed the opportunity to see more action during the 2026 PVL Invitational Conference, saying the trust shown by the coaching staff and her teammates gave her confidence to perform on the court.
Although Creamline fell short of its goal in the tournament, Paralejas said the experience remained valuable, particularly as she and her teammates were given opportunities to contribute.
“This is not our goal, but we are happy because everyone performed well. That’s what the coaches are telling us, what they can give,” Paralejas said in an interview with Abante Sports’ Jonas Lavarias.
Paralejas saw increased playing time during the Invitational as the coaching staff gave the younger members of the roster a chance to showcase their abilities.
For the setter, the opportunity became a chance to repay the confidence placed in her by head coach Sherwin Meneses and the rest of the team.
“That’s what I always say. The trust of the coaches and the team is there. So, why would I doubt myself?” Paralejas said.
“Because I’m so happy that they are with me on and off the court. I’m happy that I can go out and play with confidence,” she added.
Creamline endured a difficult finish to the Invitational, missing out on the championship match before eventually settling for fourth place.
Paralejas, however, remained optimistic about what lies ahead as the Cool Smashers shift their attention to the next conference.
The All-Filipino Conference will give Creamline another opportunity to regroup, with Paralejas promising that the team will use the lessons from the Invitational as motivation.
“We will work hard. Of course, not just me. We will all recover next season,” she said. (Adrian Co)
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