Criss Cross King Crunchers
The Criss Cross King Crunchers is a men's volleyball team playing in the Spikers' Turf. The team is owned by Republic Biscuit Corporation and named after its Criss Cross potato snack brand.[1]
| Short name | Criss Cross |
|---|---|
| Nickname | King Crunchers |
| Founded | 2024 |
| Head coach | Anusorn Bundit |
| Captain | Ysrael Wilson Marasigan (Ateneo) |
| League | Spikers' Turf |
| 2024 Open | Runner-up |
History
The Criss Cross King Crunchers were formed in 2024 as the third team and first men's team owned by Republic Biscuit Corporation.[1] The first two teams, namely Creamline Cool Smashers and Choco Mucho Flying Titans, are also owned by the company and both play in the Premier Volleyball League.[2][3]
During the sponsorship event by the Insurance company Allianz in February 2024, the Rebisco team managers already hinted the new team owned by the company.[4][5] The team would be launched in March 1, 2024.[6] Anusorn Bundit will be coaching their debut on the Spikers' Turf.[7]
Current roster
| Criss Cross King Crunchers | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. | Player | Position | Height | Birth date | School | |
| 2 | Jaron Requinton | Outside Hitter | 1.89 m (6 ft 2 in) | July 2, 2000 | UST | |
| 3 | Philip Bagalay | Outside Hitter | MU | |||
| 4 | Kim Malabunga | Middle Blocker | 1.98 m (6 ft 6 in) | May 8, 1996 | NU | |
| 5 | Jude Garcia | Outside Hitter | 1.80 m (5 ft 11 in) | November 8, 1998 | FEU | |
| 6 | Anthony Arbasto Jr. | Opposite Hitter | 1.89 m (6 ft 2 in) | December 8, 1996 | UST | |
| 7 | Rex Intal | Middle Blocker | 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in) | September 7, 1994 | ADMU | |
| 8 | Ysay Marasigan (C) | Opposite Hitter | 1.83 m (6 ft 0 in) | September 24, 1994 | ADMU | |
| 9 | Vince Mangulabnan | Setter | 1.74 m (5 ft 9 in) | June 3, 1994 | NU | |
| 11 | Juvie Mangaring | Libero | EAC | |||
| 12 | Chumason Njigha | Middle Blocker | 1.95 m (6 ft 5 in) | December 5, 1998 | ADMU | |
| 14 | Ish Polvorosa | Setter | 1.81 m (5 ft 11 in) | March 22, 1997 | ADMU | |
| 15 | Marck Espejo | Outside Hitter | 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in) | March 1, 1997 | ADMU | |
| 16 | Gian Glorioso | Middle Blocker | 1.94 m (6 ft 4 in) | ADMU | ||
| 17 | Geuel Asia | Setter | 1.79 m (5 ft 10 in) | March 19, 1997 | DLSU | |
| 22 | Manuel Sumanguid III | Libero | 1.70 m (5 ft 7 in) | January 25, 1998 | ADMU | |
| Coaching staff | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Position | Name | |||
| Head Coach | Anusorn Bundit | |||
| Assistant Coach 1 | Paul Jan Dolorias | |||
| Strength and Conditioning Coach | ||||
| Trainer | ||||
| Trainer | ||||
| Physical Therapist | ||||
| Team Manager | Alan Acero | |||
Honors
Individual
Spikers' Turf:
| Season | Conference | Award | Name | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Open | Most Valuable Player (Conference) | Jude Garcia | [9] |
Team captains
- Ysay Marasigan (2024–present)
Coaches
- Anusorn Bundit (2024–present)
References
- Garcia, John Mark. "Rebisco launches third volleyball team, Criss Cross". Sports Interactive Network Philippines. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- Olivares, Rick (February 27, 2017). "Alyssa Valdez banners new V-League team Creamline". The Philippine Star. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- Bautista, Ohmer (July 18, 2019). "ALINSUNURIN prepares Choco Mucho Flying Titans for PVL 'war'". Tiebreaker Times Inc. Retrieved July 21, 2019.
- Isaga, JR (February 8, 2024). "Rebisco team managers hint third team coming". Rappler. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- Garcia, John Mark (February 8, 2024). "A third Rebisco team in the Philippines". Sports Interactive Network Philippines. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- Morales, Luisa (March 6, 2024). "Tai Bundit eyes Spikers Turf title with Criss Cross King Crushers". The Philippine Star. Retrieved March 9, 2024.
- Dannug, Jonash (March 1, 2024). "Rebisco backed Criss Cross unveils star studded roster, Tai Bundit to lead king Crunchers". Tiebreaker Times. Retrieved March 1, 2024.
- "Cignal defends Open title with convincing sweep of Criss Cross". Spikers' Turf. May 10, 2024. Archived from the original on May 10, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
- Valencia, Justin (May 10, 2024). "Jude Garcia shines brightest as Spikers' Turf MVP". Tiebreaker Times. Archived from the original on May 10, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.