Barbie Jamili, a former benchwarmer for Adamson in the UAAP, defied expectations by becoming Creamline Cool Smashers' sole selection in the 2026 PVL Draft, picked eighth overall on June 3. Despite limited collegiate game film and playing time, Jamili leveraged an impressive PVL Draft Combine performance, topping athletic tests like the Pro Agility 5-10-5 drill, the Hop Test, and the 10-meter sprint. She dedicated herself to an athlete development program, focusing on explosiveness, strength, and agility, to prepare for the draft. Her selection is particularly noteworthy as only 11 of 38 applicants were chosen, the lowest number since the draft's inception in 2024. Jamili is now set to join a star-studded Creamline roster, acknowledging the significant challenge ahead.