Ohayo, Sato: Former Creamline champion blocker Risa Sato joins Chery Tiggo

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Creamline's 'happy pill' middle blocker Risa Sato lands with another contender in the Chery Tiggo Crossovers, following her contract release after a 10-title tenure with the Cool Smashers

MANILA, Philippines – Former Creamline Cool Smashers star middle blocker Risa Sato has changed career lanes in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL), hailing a ride with the Chery Tiggo Crossovers for the rest of the 2025 All-Filipino Conference as of Wednesday, January 15.

Due to the 10-time champion being released from her contract before the new conference, she is immediately eligible to play for her new squad, which next plays on Tuesday, January 21, against fellow powerhouse Petro Gazz.

In Chery Tiggo, Sato is expected to be a major boost to a veteran-laden frontline featuring Aby Marano, Pauline Gaston, Cza Carandang, and recovering youngster Imee Hernandez.

In Creamline, Sato was benched for big chunks of game time as the Cool Smashers opted to go with Bea de Leon and Pangs Panaga to man the middle.

With Sato on board, head coach Norman Miguel is now at a liberty to experiment with his stacked lineup, like moving Gaston to her natural winger spot alongside Ara Galang, Cess Robles, Shaya Adorador, Daps Dapol and should she return, former MVP Mylene Paat.

Chery Tiggo currently sits at fourth place with a 4-2 record in the 12-team field — in prime position for a new contention bid. – Rappler.com