SKETCHPAD: 6th SHAKEY'S V-LEAGUE SEMIFINALS FORECAST SAN SEBASTIAN vs ADAMSON

The 6th Shakey's V-league 1st conference semifinals are kicking off and here's my- if not personal, deliberate opinions on what the future holds for the teams.

2- San Sebastian (4-1) vs 3- Adamson (3-2)
Forecast: San Sebastian over Adamson, 2-0

Captain Lourence Ann Latigay is at her best form and Thai reinforcement Jaroensri Bualee is a steady threat with her powerful all-around plays. Rysabelle Devanadera has mastered the skill of power blocking. And last season Finals MVP Suzanne Roces is a deadly prowess. With an exceptional overall team performance in the conference, the road to Finals for the lady stags is as clear as the sunny sky.

This series will be quick.

But Adamson will not quit just like that. They have pushed the Lady Stags to the edge during their last meeting though they have lost that one. And that's what makes the Lady Falcon dangerous. They can match up with any tough team.

San Sebastian must stay focus if they want to nail the series. They must be aware of these: Sang Laguilles whose net defense is undeniable and a power hitter; Jill Gustilo can explode anytime; Angela Benting is sure to come out strong and Best Rookie candidate Paulina Soriano is very dependable.

But without superpower Nerissa Bautista who was out for Vietnam Beach Volleyball with fellow SSC guest player Joan Botor-Carpio, the Lady Falcons have to play double time.

Adamson is sure to give San Sebastian a hard fight. Their "never-say-die" attitude will be perceptible. But with berets like Joy Pulido, Vernon Ancheta, Analyn Benito and Margarita Pepito, I bet my two cents for the Lady Stags to snatch this one.