Gresik Petrokimia Joins Proliga 2025 Final Four After Dramatic Regular Season Conclusion
The competitive atmosphere of the PLN Mobile Proliga 2025 volleyball season culminated on February 23, 2025, with Gresik Petrokimia securing the last ticket to the Final Four following the final matches of the regular season held at GOR PSCC, Palembang. Bandung bjb Tandamata's recent victory over Jakarta Livin Mandiri led to this pivotal outcome, reshaping the playoff picture.
During their last appearance, Bandung bjb Tandamata showcased impressive performance, claiming victory against Jakarta Livin Mandiri with the match score of 3-1 (25-22, 23-25, 25-21, 25-21). "Alhamdulillah kita bisa menutup kompetisi Proliga musim 2025 ini dengan kemenangan," expressed Tachyan Iskandar, the team leader of Bandung bjb Tandamata, shortly after the match.
The coach, Samsul Jais, echoed the sentiments of his players, stating, "Kita bermain tidak ada beban. Semua berjalan dengan baik. Sedangkan Livin' beban harus menang." This felt freedom allowed the team to maintain high spirits throughout the match, eventually sealing off their season with another victory.
The match began under tense circumstances as Bandung bjb Tandamata initially trailed 10-14 during the first set. Yet, they rallied back, reversing the momentum to finish the set at 25-22, gaining confidence for the subsequent rounds. Though the second set saw them narrowly lose 23-25, they quickly regained their footing to capture the next two sets.
With each effective attack, Madeline Guillen became instrumental for her team, ending the match with 28 points—26 from attacks and 2 from blocks, earning her the title of the best player for the game. Her performance was highlighted by powerful spikes and timely blocks, playing a considerable role as her team edged out their opponents:
"Kemenangan ini, tentu menunjukkan komitmen semua yang terlibat di tim, terutama pemain untuk tetap tampil maksimal dan memberikan yang terbaik," added Tachyan Iskandar, reflecting on the team’s commitment.
Gresik Petrokimia's qualification hinged on this match, as their semi-final opportunity was realized following Bandung’s success. Despite both teams, Gresik Petrokimia and Jakarta Livin Mandiri, ending their regular season with six wins, Gresik Petrokimia managed to accumulate 19 points versus Livin's 18, securing their spot alongside three other teams.
Besides Gresik, the remaining teams making the Final Four are Jakarta Popsivo Polwan, Jakarta Pertamina Enduro, and Jakarta Electric PLN. With the finish positions established, teams previously overlooked, like Yogya Falcons, would now only be spectators for the playoffs.
Looking back over the season, coach Samsul Jais emphasized the importance of their young players, stating: "Musim ini jadi pengalaman yang sangat berharga bagi para pemain muda. Mereka bisa merasakan persaingan yang cukup kompetitif," reinforcing the overall development of his squad throughout this high-stakes environment.
The anticipation for the final round of games and the performance of these young talents set the stage for a thrilling playoff experience, igniting excitement among fans and teams alike.
With the successful completion of the regular season, the Final Four is now set to take place, promising incredible matches as teams vie for the championship title.
Gresik Petrokimia’s entrance to the playoffs marks another opportunity for the club to showcase their skills at the highest level, as they prepare to face some of the most formidable opponents from the regular season. The narrative of underdog aspirations and hard-fought victories continues to evolve as the final round approaches.
Stay tuned as the Proliga season builds to its exciting conclusion, where championship dreams will come to fruition.