The race to the finals is intensifying as the 2025 Port Moresby Corporate Volleyball Competition (POMCVC) enters Round 10 this weekend, with corporate pride and playoff dreams on the line.
What began as a friendly battle between Port Moresby’s workplaces has evolved into a competitive showcase of athleticism, strategy, and unity.
With just a few rounds remaining before the finals, every match now carries critical weight, particularly those teetering on the edge of the Top 8 in their respective divisions.
In the Premier Men’s Division, a clash of the titans headlines the weekend as undefeated Westpac meets reigning four-time champions NCDC in a high-stakes encounter.
Sitting first and second on the ladder respectively, both teams are widely seen as finals contenders, and this fixture could be a preview of the grand final.
Westpac’s calm and calculated approach has made them the team to beat, while NCDC is determined to bounce back after a near-upset last week.
Another premier thriller sees third-placed NWTL1, known for their upset victory over NCDC earlier in the season, take on fourth-placed CPL1.
With both teams showcasing momentum and firepower, this match is set to be a battle of nerves and execution.
Meanwhile, in Men’s Division 1, the climb to the top intensifies as CPL2 (4th) faces Digicel (6th) in what promises to be a clash of raw power and relentless hustle.
Both sides are eyeing a crucial win that could define their path to the playoffs.
Over in Women’s Division 1, the ranking rivalries are heating up. Top-of-the-ladder Westpac will be tested by third-ranked Dataco, who are building momentum at just the right time.
With the finals looming, Dataco will be eager to break Westpac’s unbeaten run.
Also on the radar is a mid-table battle between NWTL1 and BPNG1, they are two teams pushing to break into the top four and shake up the rankings.
In Men’s Division 3, a major shakeup could be on the cards. Elegant (1st) aims to protect their lead against Air Niugini (4th), who previously held the top spot but slipped due to a bye.
At the same time, DMPGM (3rd) will face off against a resilient NDB (6th) in a tightly matched contest that could shift the ladder and Middle-tier rivals Stanley Hotel and DICT are also locked in a momentum battle, while PNGAIC and NSL who currently 8th and 9th they are to fight for survival in what can only be described as a ladder war.
The midtable crunch in Women’s Division 3 sees Deloitte (3rd) take on KPMG (5th) in a tactical showdown, as both teams fight to strengthen their playoff positioning. FODE (6th) and DICT (7th) will also face off in a fixture that could make or break their finals chances.
In the Mixed Division, balance, power, and tactics will take center stage with the Ladder leaders DMPGM facing fifth-placed PM in a matchup that will test their depth and composure.
Second-placed Elegant goes head-to-head with CPL (4th) in what’s expected to be a fast-paced, technical battle meanwhile, Sunev Teews (6th) and NSL (8th) will square off with both teams eager to secure a stronger foothold before the season winds down.
With finals fever building, every serve, spike, and save count for Round 10 is more than just another weekend of volleyball, it is a turning point.
As the competition tightens, teams are not just playing for points, but they’re playing for pride, redemption, and a shot at championship glory.
Catch all the action live at TAIC, where teamwork, passion, and corporate spirit will once again electrify the courts.