![Alche Gupiteo powers the King Crunchers offense in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Criss-Cross-vs.-Alpha-Alche-Gupiteo-2039-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross remained unbeaten in the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference after overpowering Alpha Insurance in straight sets behind a dominant net defense performance.
![Jude Garcia powers an attack for Criss Cross. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Criss-Cross-vs.-Savouge-Jude-Garcia-7899-400x200.jpg)
The Criss Cross King Crunchers swept the opening round with a 25-23, 29-27, 25-17 victory over the Savouge Spin Doctors, handing the latter their first loss of the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.
![Jude Garcia leads Criss Cross into a must-watch matchup vs Savouge. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Criss-Cross-vs.-Cabstars-Jude-Garcia-5922-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross and Savouge collide in a highly anticipated Spikers’ Turf Open Conference match, both entering unbeaten after four games, setting the stage for a potential preview of the championship.
![The veteran spiker continues to be a dominant force in the 2025 Invitational Conference. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-25-UST-vs-Criss-Cross_CC_GARCIA-Jude-03125-400x200.jpg)
Jude Garcia’s standout week in the 2025 Invitational Conference propelled Criss Cross King Crunchers to the Spikers’ Turf finals, earning him the Press Corps Player of the Week award.
![Louie Ramirez delivers a kill for Cignal in Friday’s Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference. [Spikers' Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-25-Cignal-vs.-Savouge-Louie-Ramirez-7777-400x200.jpg)
Cignal Super Spikers overcame a resilient Savouge Aesthetics, 34-32, 25-22, 25-22, on Friday to secure a semifinal berth in the 2025 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference.
![JJ Javelona during Friday’s Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference match. [Spikers' Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-25-Alpha-vs.-Navy-JJ-Javelona-7465-400x200.jpg)
Alpha Insurance recovered from a previous loss, sweeping PGJC-Navy, 25-18, 25-21, 25-19, on Friday to revive its semifinal hopes in the 2025 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference.
![Criss Cross seeks to keep its perfect record intact heading into the semifinals. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-2025-Criss-Cross-vs.-FEU-Paul-Colinares-4877-400x200.jpg)
Cignal and Savouge Aesthetics face off in a high-stakes Spikers’ Turf battle for the second semifinal berth, while UST-Gameville eyes another upset against unbeaten Criss Cross at Paco Arena.
![UST-Gameville and Alpha Insurance collide in a crucial Spikers’ Turf duel at Paco Arena. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ST-INV-25-UST-vs.-Navy-Trevor-Valera-9736-400x200.jpg)
UST-Gameville and Alpha Insurance clash in a crucial Spikers’ Turf Invitational showdown, with both squads eyeing a solo third spot and momentum in the semifinal race.
![Criss Cross players celebrate after a hard-fought win over PGJC-Navy. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ST-INV-25-Criss-Cross-vs.-Navy-6646-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross overcame a gritty PGJC-Navy side in four sets to open its Spikers’ Turf Invitational campaign on a winning note and join Cignal and Alpha Insurance atop the standings.
![Jude Garcia celebrates his historic third consecutive MVP award at the Spikers' Turf Open Conference [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ST-2025-Criss-Cross-vs.-Cignal-G3-Jude-Garcia-MVP-3911-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross ace Jude Garcia made history by winning his third consecutive Most Valuable Player award at the 2025 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference, solidifying his place as one of the league’s all-time greats.