![Noel Kampton records key points in the five-set thriller. [Spikers' Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-2025-Criss-Cross-vs.-FEU-Noel-Kampton-5130-1024x683.jpg)
Veteran squad Criss Cross held off a spirited challenge from FEU-DN Steel in a dramatic five-set thriller, claiming the tournament’s first semifinal berth in the 2025 Spikers’ Turf Invitational.
![Josh Ybañez delivers a crucial kill in UST-Gameville’s four-set victory. [Spikers' Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-2025-UST-vs.-Cignal-Josh-Ybanez-4282-1024x683.jpg)
UST-Gameville stuns Cignal, keeps semifinal hopes alive in Spikers’ Turf Invitational
Underdog UST-Gameville overcame defending champion Cignal in a thrilling four-set clash to inch closer to a semifinal spot in the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference.
![Noy Pedrosa leads VNS with clutch hits in a must-win match. [Spikers' Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-2025-Alpha-vs.-VNS-Noy-Pedrosa-3847-1024x683.jpg)
VNS rekindles Spikers’ Turf semifinal hopes with comeback win over Alpha Insurance
VNS kept its Spikers’ Turf campaign alive with a gritty comeback victory over Alpha Insurance, snapping a four-game skid to stay in the semifinal hunt.
![Kai Ballungay anchors Phoenix with a double-double in a crucial win. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PBA-IMAGES1443-1024x683.jpg)
Phoenix snaps skid, boosts PBA Philippine Cup playoff bid with rout of Terrafirma
Phoenix ended a four-game slide in dominant fashion, crushing Terrafirma to revive its PBA Philippine Cup playoff hopes.
![Mark Calado paces Savouge with a steady all-around effort. [Spikers' Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-2025-Savouge-vs.-Navy-Mark-Calado-3470-1024x683.jpg)
Savouge strengthens Spikers’ Turf semifinal push with sweep of PGJC-Navy
Savouge Aesthetics stayed in strong semifinal contention after battling through a gritty third set to sweep PGJC-Navy in the Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference.
Mavericks shake up front office as Nico Harrison era ends
The Dallas Mavericks dismissed general manager Nico Harrison on Tuesday, cutting ties months after a franchise-altering trade sent Luka Doncic out of Dallas and triggered prolonged fan unrest.
![Vinicius Junior celebrates after scoring a goal, leading Instagram follower growth this month. [photo credit: Vinicius Junior Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Screenshot_444.png)
Vinicius Junior tops list of athletes with fastest online growth
Vinicius Junior leads the pack in online popularity, outpacing Cristiano Ronaldo and Kylian Mbappé with record-breaking social media growth, according to Heepsy.
![Criss Cross King Crunchers prepare for their 5 p.m. clash with FEU-DN Steel at Paco Arena. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-25-Criss-Cross-vs.-Navy-Marck-Espejo-7014-1024x683.jpg)
Spikers’ Turf Invitational returns with four-game slate at Paco Arena
The Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference resumes with a rare four-game schedule, featuring all eight teams competing for semifinal berths at Paco Arena in Manila.
![Key moments will determine which struggling PBA Philippine Cup team revives its playoff hopes. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PBA-IMAGES833-1024x683.jpg)
Phoenix Super LPG and Terrafirma face crucial clash to revive PBA Philippine Cup hopes
Phoenix Super LPG and Terrafirma collide in a pivotal PBA Philippine Cup clash, both seeking their first wins after four straight losses.
![Yuni Batista sets a new tournament scoring record with 41 points as Chery Tiggo survives a five-set thriller against Capital1 [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/PVL-RC-25-Chery-Tiggo-vs.-Capital1-Yuni-Batista-2536-1024x683.jpg)
Chery Tiggo survives five-set thriller over Capital1 to stay in quarterfinal hunt
Chery Tiggo Crossovers pulled off a thrilling five-set victory against Capital1 Solar Spikers at the PVL Reinforced Conference, led by Yuni Batista’s record-breaking 41-point performance.