Chicago, IL — August 30, 2025
The highly anticipated showdown did not disappoint, as Palm Beach Passion’s Brandie Wilkerson and Melissa Humana-Paredes secured their spot in tomorrow’s championship match. The Canadian duo took down the San Diego Smash (Devon Newberry / Geena Urango) in straight sets, 15–9, 15–12.
Palm Beach controlled the tempo from start to finish, using sharp ball placement and steady defensive play to prevent San Diego from ever finding a rhythm.
With the win, Wilkerson and Humana-Paredes advance to the AVP Chicago Championship Final, set for Sunday afternoon and broadcast live on CBS.