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  • Strong Group Athletics to offer collegiate players to reinforce Alas in AVC Women’s Cup 

    Strong Group Athletics to offer collegiate players to reinforce Alas in AVC Women’s Cup 

    At a time when Alas Pilipinas is scrambling to rebuild its roster, one of the country’s biggest sports backers has stepped forward with a clear message: help is available.

    Strong Group Athletics (SGA), the sports stable behind multiple collegiate and professional volleyball programs, publicly committed its support to the national team on Thursday, offering not only players but also financial backing for whoever gets called up to the 2026 AVC Women’s Cup pool.

     

    The timing could hardly be more significant.

    With several established national team players already withdrawing from consideration due to injuries, fatigue, scheduling conflicts, and personal decisions, Alas Pilipinas has been left searching for available bodies less than a month before the continental tournament in Candon City.

    Rather than waiting on the sidelines, SGA positioned itself as a potential bridge between the depleted national squad and the next wave of available talent.

    “In light of the reported shortage of players for the upcoming 2026 AVC Women’s Cup, Strong Group Athletics expresses its willingness to pool the best talents from its teams from both professional and collegiate in support of the national team campaign in the AVC,” the statement read.

    The Frank Lao-backed organization oversees PVL teams ZUS Coffee and Farm Fresh while also supporting several collegiate programs, including University of Santo Tomas, University of the Philippines, Letran, and College of Saint Benilde.

     

    That wide network now gives the national team additional flexibility as it tries to complete a competitive roster in time for the AVC Women’s Cup.

    More notably, SGA made it clear that collegiate athletes called into the national pool would receive the same treatment as professional players — a move that could further encourage younger standouts to immediately embrace national team duty.

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    “All collegiate players who will be selected for the national roster pool will be given the same compensation and benefits as PVL draftees, including win-game bonuses and practice allowances,” the statement added.

    The declaration arrives at a moment when the national team program is confronting uncertainty on multiple fronts.

    Several cornerstone players from the previous Alas setup, including Jia De Guzman, Bella Belen, Alyssa Solomon, Angel Canino, Shevana Laput, and Amie Provido, have already become unavailable for the tournament. Injuries and coaching concerns have further complicated preparations heading into the June competition.

    That reality has shifted attention toward younger collegiate players and emerging PVL standouts who may now be asked to take on bigger national team responsibilities sooner than expected.

    SGA’s latest move suggests the organization is prepared to become one of the major support systems behind that transition.

    With its programs spread across both collegiate and professional volleyball, the sports stable now holds access to one of the country’s deepest talent pools — and as Alas Pilipinas searches for answers, that depth may soon become more valuable than ever.

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  • Shaina Nitura sees individual honors as a stepping stone for Lady Falcons’ UAAP Finals pursuit

    Shaina Nitura sees individual honors as a stepping stone for Lady Falcons’ UAAP Finals pursuit

    For many players, winning the Most Valuable Player award represents the peak of a collegiate career. For Shaina Nitura, it may only be the beginning of a much larger goal.

     

    After a historic UAAP Season 88 campaign, Nitura emphasized that her individual awards will not mean much on their own if they do not eventually translate into success for the Lady Falcons. For her, the real goal is still to help the team take the next step and finally secure a championship breakthrough in the seasons ahead.

     

    Nitura emerged as the centerpiece of Adamson’s resurgence this season after capturing two of the league’s biggest individual awards — the UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball MVP and the Best Outside Hitter. More importantly, her rise coincided with the Lady Falcons’ return to relevance after steering the team back to the Final Four for the first time since Season 85.


    Despite becoming the first player in Adamson women’s volleyball history to secure the league’s highest individual honor, the 21-year-old outside hitter insisted that the team’s unfinished business remains her top priority.

     

    “Hindi naman doon titigil yung career ko, yung career namin, and yung pagpu-push namin to get into the Finals. Nandoon pa rin talaga yung focus namin,” Nitura said.

     

    The numbers behind her MVP campaign reflected just how dominant she was throughout the season. Nitura topped the statistical race with 98.511 statistical points, comfortably ahead of teammate Frances Mordi, who finished second with 82.766 SP.

     

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    Instead of viewing the awards as individual validation, Nitura sees them as proof that Adamson is building a roster capable of contending with the league’s traditional powerhouses in the coming years.

     

    “Actually, this only means na capable kami makapasok ng Finals kasi meron kaming Fhei at meron kaming other players na pwede mag-push through it sa upcoming seasons na meron kami with the team,” she said.

     

    One of the players Nitura specifically pointed to was Fhei Sagaysag, who also earned major recognition after being named Best Setter of the Season.

     

    Together, the two became symbolic of Adamson’s rise from rebuilding squad to legitimate contender.

     

    While her collegiate future appears brighter than ever, Nitura also faced a difficult decision regarding national team duties. The former Alas Pilipinas player had initially expressed willingness to suit up for the Philippines in the upcoming AVC Women’s Cup scheduled from June 6 to 14 in Candon City.

     

    However, she eventually begged off from national team duties to focus on recovering from an undisclosed injury, a decision that could help preserve both her long-term health and Adamson’s growing ambitions heading into the next UAAP season.

     

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  • Angel Canino, Shevana Laput, Amie Provido step away from Alas as national team reset deepens

    Angel Canino, Shevana Laput, Amie Provido step away from Alas as national team reset deepens

    What was once expected to be the continuation of Alas Pilipinas’ core is now beginning to look more like the start of an entirely new chapter.

     

    Just days after committing to return to De La Salle University for one final UAAP campaign, Angel Canino, Shevana Laput, and Amie Provido have officially stepped away from consideration for the 2026 AVC Women’s Cup, further thinning an already depleted national team pool ahead of the June tournament in Candon City.

     

    The announcement came through Canino’s Instagram story on Thursday, where the reigning UAAP champion explained that recovery—not reluctance—ultimately drove the trio’s decision.

     

    “To be invited to the National Team training pool is a privilege I never take for granted, and playing for the Philippine flag is the highest honor,” Canino wrote.

     

    “However, coming off the high intensity of UAAP Season 88, Amie, Shevana, and I have decided to prioritize our physical recovery. We first need to let our bodies heal and reset so that we can give our best to the game.”

     

    The withdrawal of the three La Salle standouts adds another major layer to the uncertainty surrounding Alas Pilipinas, which has seen key names steadily become unavailable over the past several days.

     

    With Canino, Laput, and Provido now out, the national team effectively loses the remaining core connected to the Philippines’ campaign in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games. Former Alas head coach Jorge Souza de Brito is also no longer part of the setup, leaving the program heading into the AVC Women’s Cup with an increasingly unfamiliar look.

     

    The timing could hardly be more difficult.

     

    The Philippines is already navigating a turbulent buildup to the June 6 to 14 tournament in Ilocos Sur after dealing with multiple player withdrawals, injuries, and coaching setbacks. Newly appointed head coach Tai Bundit is also sidelined following a car accident in Thailand, while several established national team names have either declined invitations or remain unavailable.

     

    Among those who have already begged off are Jia de Guzman, Bella Belen, Alyssa Solomon, Shaina Nitura, Mars Alba, and Justine Jazareno.

     

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    For the La Salle trio, though, the choice was less about stepping away from the flag and more about finally allowing themselves to pause after one of the most demanding collegiate seasons in recent memory.

     

    Canino, Laput, and Provido played central roles in La Salle’s dominant championship march, helping the Lady Spikers complete just the third 16-0 sweep in UAAP women’s volleyball history. The emotional and physical toll of that run, paired with their decision to return for Season 89, ultimately pushed recovery to the forefront.

     

    Even then, the trio emphasized that their absence from the AVC Women’s Cup should not be mistaken for a lack of support for the national team program.

     

    “We’ve communicated this to the PNVF and while we won’t be on the court this time, our hearts are with the team as they compete in the AVC Women’s Cup 2026,” Canino wrote.

     

    As the tournament draws closer, Alas Pilipinas now faces the challenge of rebuilding its roster almost from scratch — a reality that could force the program to lean heavily on younger collegiate players and untested combinations in hopes of forming a competitive squad on short notice.

     

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  • “I really manifested and prayed for it talaga na may makuha kami from Cignal”: Bella Belen on Capital1 signing two key Cignal players 

    “I really manifested and prayed for it talaga na may makuha kami from Cignal”: Bella Belen on Capital1 signing two key Cignal players 

    What started as playful talk during All-Star festivities has now turned into one of the biggest offseason storylines in the PVL, as Capital1 Solar Spikers officially secured the services of former Cignal players, Vanie Gandler and Erika Santos.


    At the center of the moment is rookie star Bella Belen, who once jokingly expressed her desire to bring in Cignal players—and now finds herself not only playing alongside them again but also reuniting with familiar faces.

     

    Belen, along with Santos and Gandler, previously shared the court as teammates during the 2026 PVL All-Star, while the PVL star rookie and Gandler were also once teammates under Alas Pilipinas, making the Capital1 move feel more like a reunion than a fresh start.

     

    For Belen, what began as lighthearted “recruitment” during the All-Star break in Candon, Ilocos Sur has now evolved into a defining roster upgrade for Capital1 after Cignal’s leave of absence.

     

    “Ako talaga, I really manifested and prayed for it talaga na may makuha kami from Cignal with the likes of Ate Vanie and Ate Erika,” Belen said after the team’s press conference.

     

    She admitted she had already been pitching Capital1’s direction and long-term vision to the Cignal stars even during the All-Star festivities.

     

    “Like ano ‘yung platform, direction namin as a team, at sabihin sa kanila ano ‘yung gusto naming marating,” she said. 

     

    At the time, she even playfully pointed out how the All-Star jerseys suited the Cignal duo—an early hint of what would eventually become reality in the offseason.

     

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    Now, that moment has turned into one of the most impactful roster moves of the PVL break, immediately boosting Capital1’s competitiveness after a tough 2026 All-Filipino Conference campaign.

     

    Beyond the reunion narrative, Belen believes the arrivals of Gandler and Santos bring valuable playoff experience and leadership that the young franchise can build on.

     

    “Marami silang experience, nakapag-Finals na sila. So, I believe, marami silang pwedeng madala sa Capital1—and ganun din naman kami, marami kaming pwedeng matutunan sa kanila,” the 23-year-old Outside Hitter said.

     

    With a refreshed lineup and familiar chemistry already in place, Capital1 now heads into the new PVL season with renewed confidence, hoping that this blend of reunited teammates and rising stars can finally push the franchise into serious contention. 

     

     

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  • Capital1 fast-tracks title ambitions with blockbuster Vanie Gandler, Erika Santos signing

    Capital1 fast-tracks title ambitions with blockbuster Vanie Gandler, Erika Santos signing

    Capital1 is no longer building quietly.

     

    After spending its early PVL years trying to establish an identity, the young franchise has suddenly accelerated its timeline — and the rest of the league may now have to take the Solar Spikers far more seriously.

     

    In what instantly became one of the biggest offseason moves in recent PVL memory, Capital1 secured the services of former Cignal stars Vanie Gandler and Erika Santos, dramatically reshaping both its roster and championship outlook heading into the new season.

     

    The franchise also strengthened its playmaking department by adding veteran setter Jaja Maraguinot, further signaling that Capital1 is shifting from a developmental team into a squad aiming to contend immediately.

     

    The centerpiece of the transformation, of course, is Gandler.

     

    Fresh off the best conference of her professional career, the 25-year-old arrives in Capital1 carrying the momentum of a breakthrough season that saw her evolve from rising talent into full-fledged league star.

     

    Gandler powered Cignal to its first-ever All-Filipino Finals appearance earlier this year and nearly helped push Creamline to the brink during a fiercely contested championship series.

     

    Her stellar run ultimately earned her the 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference MVP award — the first individual accolade of her PVL career.

     

    But perhaps more importantly, Gandler now enters a situation where expectations immediately become much bigger.

     

    At Capital1, she joins forces with fellow Alas Pilipinas standout Bella Belen, creating what could become one of the league’s most dangerous wing tandems.

     

    The partnership also gives the PVL a rare combination: the reigning MVP alongside the reigning Rookie of the Conference.

     

    Just as significant is Gandler’s reunion with former Alas Pilipinas head coach Jorge Souza De Brito, who once again gets the opportunity to maximize one of the country’s premier outside hitters.

     

    While Gandler headlines the move, Santos may end up becoming equally important to Capital1’s rise.

     

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    After years of searching for consistency early in her career, Santos finally found her rhythm with Cignal and blossomed into one of the PVL’s fastest-rising scorers.

     

    Her lone season with the Super Spikers became a breakout campaign, highlighted by a PVL on Tour MVP award and recognition as one of the league’s top opposite spikers.

     

    Now joining her third PVL team, Santos gives Capital1 another reliable offensive weapon while reuniting with fellow La Salle product Leila Cruz.

     

    The additions arrive at a crucial point for the Solar Spikers.

     

    Despite flashes of promise last season — particularly behind Belen’s emergence as Rookie of the Conference and Best Outside Spiker — Capital1 still struggled to consistently compete with the league’s elite.

     

    The team reached the Reinforced Conference quarterfinals but eventually finished eighth in the All-Filipino Conference after falling short in the Play-In stage.

     

    That reality appears to have fueled the franchise’s aggressive offseason approach.

     

    Instead of waiting years for gradual growth, Capital1 has chosen to accelerate the process by surrounding Belen with proven stars already capable of competing deep into the playoffs.

     

    And after landing two of the biggest names available following Cignal’s leave of absence, the Solar Spikers may have officially announced themselves as a legitimate threat to the PVL hierarchy.

     

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  • SGA pledges support as Alas Pilipinas rebuild roster ahead of AVC Women’s Cup

    SGA pledges support as Alas Pilipinas rebuild roster ahead of AVC Women’s Cup

    A major reset is underway for Alas Pilipinas Women as the Philippine National Volleyball Federation begins reshaping its national team program ahead of the AVC Women’s Cup scheduled from June 6 to 14 in Candon City.

     

    PNVF president Tonyboy Liao confirmed that the federation is rebuilding the roster after losing several key players from its previous core, forcing the program to rethink its composition just weeks before the continental tournament.

     

    At the same time, support is coming in from the private sector, with Frank Lao and his Strong Group Athletics pledging a major commitment to the national program. 

     

    This includes players and coaching staff from Farm Fresh Foxies and ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles, as well as collegiate programs in UAAP and NCAA such as University of Santo Tomas, University of the Philippines, College of Saint Benilde, and Letran.

     

    SGA is also set to shoulder the salaries of its players and coaches who will join the national pool, a move Liao sees as crucial in strengthening the long-term pipeline for Philippine volleyball.

     

    “It’s good that he’s willing to help (Philippine) volleyball. We have to start preparing for the 2029 World Championship, especially since his teams have a lot of young players with great potential. They may still be raw right now, but by that time, they’ll already be fully matured,” Liao said.

     

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    As part of the long-term buildup, Farm Fresh and ZUS Coffee have also committed their first two PVL Draft rounds to the Alas program, aligning their development path with the national team’s 2029 FIVB World Championship plans.

     

    However, challenges remain on the immediate horizon. Newly-appointed head coach Tai Bundit is currently sidelined after an accident in Thailand, forcing the federation to tap his coaching staff to temporarily lead the team.

     

    An interim head coach is expected to be chosen from a pool that includes Sherwin Meneses, Shaq Delos Santos, Geuel Asia, Krung Arbasto, JP Yude, and Benson Bocboc, as internal discussions continue.

     

    Liao is also monitoring the availability of key La Salle standouts Angel Canino, Shevana Laput, and Amie Provido, who are fresh off a dominant 16-0 UAAP Season 88 run.

     

    The rebuilding comes after a decorated stretch for the previous Alas core, which delivered back-to-back historic runs in the AVC Women’s Cup—winning bronze in 2024 at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum and reaching the finals in 2025 before falling to powerhouse Vietnam.

     

    That same core also collected four consecutive SEA V.League bronze medals, although a podium finish at the 33rd SEA Games in Thailand remained elusive.

     

    Now, with a new pool forming and leadership still in transition, the program is entering a crucial rebuilding phase that will define its next competitive cycle.

     

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  • UAAP stars lead Alas Pilipinas rebuild as veterans skip AVC Women’s Cup duties 

    UAAP stars lead Alas Pilipinas rebuild as veterans skip AVC Women’s Cup duties 

    A new-look Alas Pilipinas may soon take shape — and this time, the spotlight could firmly belong to the UAAP’s rising generation.

     

    With several established national team veterans opting to skip the 2026 AVC Women’s Volleyball Cup in Candon City, the Philippine National Volleyball Federation now finds itself leaning heavily on collegiate stars to fill the growing gaps in the national team pool.

     

    The situation has opened the door for some of the UAAP’s biggest names to potentially take center stage in the country’s next international campaign.

     

    Among the collegiate standouts being considered are De La Salle University stars Angel Canino, Shevana Laput, and Amie Provido, with the PNVF currently in discussions with the school regarding their availability for national team duties.

     

    The possible inclusion of the La Salle trio immediately gives Alas a major boost in both talent and championship experience following the Lady Spikers’ dominant undefeated run to the UAAP Season 88 crown.

     

    Canino, already regarded as one of the country’s premier young stars, could become one of the focal points of the offense should she commit to the national team program this year. Laput brings size and scoring versatility on the opposite side, while Provido offers stability and net defense in the middle.

     

    Outside of La Salle, other UAAP players are also expected to become key pieces of the expanded Alas pool as the federation scrambles to complete its roster ahead of the June tournament.

     

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    Adamson University standout Shaina Nitura had reportedly expressed interest in joining Alas Pilipinas before an undisclosed injury forced her to beg off temporarily.

     

    National University stars also remain part of the broader conversation surrounding the pool, especially with the program now needing younger reinforcements after several established veterans declined invitations.

     

    The shifting roster situation comes after multiple mainstays from the Philippines’ recent Southeast Asian Games campaign decided to step away from national team duties for the upcoming AVC Women’s Cup.

     

    Among those unavailable are team captain Jia De Guzman, Bella Belen, Alyssa Solomon, and Maddie Madayag.

     

    With many veterans either resting or prioritizing other commitments, the AVC Women’s Cup may now serve as an unexpected transition period for the national team — one where collegiate standouts are no longer simply developmental prospects, but potential cornerstone pieces.

     

    The timing also creates an intriguing opportunity for younger players eager to prove they belong on the international stage.

     

    For years, many of these UAAP stars carried the pressure of leading their schools in packed arenas and high-stakes rivalry matches. Now, some of them could soon carry the country’s colors in front of a home crowd in Candon.

     

    The federation is still expected to send additional invitations to both collegiate and PVL players as it works toward building a larger training pool of around 20 to 25 athletes.

     

    But as roster uncertainty continues to surround Alas Pilipinas, one thing has become increasingly clear:

     

    The next era of the national team may arrive sooner than expected — and it could begin with the UAAP’s brightest stars.

     

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  • From college stars to future franchise pieces: UAAP standouts ready to shape 2026 PVL Draft

    From college stars to future franchise pieces: UAAP standouts ready to shape 2026 PVL Draft

    The UAAP spotlight may have dimmed following the end of Season 88, but for many of the league’s biggest stars, the next — and perhaps toughest — chapter is only beginning.

     

    With the 2026 PVL Draft approaching, front offices across the professional ranks are now turning their attention toward a UAAP class filled with polished setters, battle-tested veterans, elite defenders, and scorers capable of contributing immediately.

     

    More than just statistical standouts, this year’s crop represents a fascinating mix of proven winners, comeback stories, and long-term projects who could eventually become cornerstones of rebuilding PVL franchises.

     

    At the center of the conversation is National University playmaker Camille Lamina, whose calm command of NU’s offense over the past several seasons made her one of the most accomplished setters in the collegiate game.

     

    A two-time UAAP Best Setter, Lamina enters the draft process carrying the profile many teams covet most: a proven floor general capable of elevating everyone around her.

     

    But while setters traditionally hold premium value in the PVL, University of the Philippines middle blocker Niña Ytang has built a compelling case of her own to challenge for the top overall selection.

     

    Ytang developed into one of the UAAP’s most dominant net defenders and offensive middle threats, finishing Season 88 as the highest-scoring middle blocker in the league with 172 total points. Her combination of timing, length, and consistency could make her one of the safest selections available.

     

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    UST libero Detdet Pepito may also hear her name called early.

     

    Few players in recent UAAP history arrive with a résumé as decorated as Pepito’s. Long considered the emotional anchor of the Golden Tigresses, the veteran libero brings years of leadership, elite floor defense, and high-pressure experience that could immediately stabilize a professional backcourt.

     

    Meanwhile, FEU setter Tin Ubaldo quietly strengthened her draft stock by remaining one of the steadiest playmakers in the league this season.

     

    Known for her ability to manage tempo and keep offenses organized, Ubaldo projects as a valuable option for teams searching for reliability at the setter position.

     

    Her FEU teammate Gerzel Petallo also emerged as one of the more intriguing offensive prospects available after showcasing her ability to score from multiple areas on the floor.

     

    UST’s Jonna Perdido, meanwhile, enters the draft as one of the class’ biggest wildcard prospects.

     

    Before suffering a torn ACL, Perdido was viewed as one of the league’s rising scorers. While her return this season came with expected growing pains, her upside remains undeniable if she fully regains her old form.

     

    UP’s Joan Monares faces similar intrigue.

     

    Limited by a lingering back injury during her final collegiate season, Monares still flashed the versatility and two-way reliability that made her one of the Fighting Maroons’ most dependable players throughout her career.

     

    Other names expected to draw attention include UST spark plug Xyza Gula, UP utility player Irah Jaboneta, and Ateneo winger Zel Tsunashima, whose comeback from a broken shin offered glimpses of the offensive potential that once made her one of the Blue Eagles’ promising young hitters.

     

    As PVL teams prepare to reshape their rosters in the coming weeks, this UAAP batch enters the professional scene carrying more than collegiate credentials.

     

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  • Gel Cayuna headlines expected Nxled revamp as former Cignal stars begin finding new PVL homes

    Gel Cayuna headlines expected Nxled revamp as former Cignal stars begin finding new PVL homes

    The collapse of one PVL franchise is quickly becoming an opportunity for several others to reshape their futures.

     

    With Cignal officially stepping away from the league, the race to secure experienced talent has quietly intensified behind the scenes — and Nxled appears poised to strike first.

     

    The Chameleons are expected to strengthen their young core with the addition of former Cignal standouts Maria Angelica “Gel” Cayuna and Jacqueline Acuña, according to a report by Abante’s Lito Oredo.

     

    For Nxled, the possible arrival of Cayuna may represent more than just another roster move. It could be the clearest signal yet that the franchise is serious about accelerating its climb in the Premier Volleyball League.

     

    One of the league’s most decorated setters, Cayuna built her reputation as the steady architect behind many of Cignal’s successful campaigns. Her ability to control tempo, distribute efficiently, and stabilize offenses made her one of the most respected playmakers in the PVL over the past several seasons.

     

    Now, that experience could become invaluable for a Nxled squad still searching for consistency and identity.

     

    Acuña, meanwhile, brings additional size and veteran presence to the middle position — an area where Nxled has looked to improve heading into the next conference.

     

    While Nxled appears set to benefit heavily from the player movement, it is not the only camp making adjustments following Cignal’s departure.

     

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    Strong Group Athletics is also expected to absorb key former Super Spikers pieces, with libero Ria Beatriz Duremdes and middle blocker Roselyn Doria-Aquino reportedly bound for the organization.

     

    The two players could eventually land either with the Farm Fresh Foxies or the Zus Coffee Thunderbelles as SGA continues to strengthen both squads moving forward.

     

    Duremdes gives immediate help in floor defense and reception, while Doria-Aquino adds much-needed frontline depth and experience in the middle.

     

    More than simple transfers, the movements reflect how dramatically the PVL landscape can shift when an established franchise exits the picture.

     

    Cignal’s leave of absence suddenly placed proven veterans and championship-tested players back on the market — creating a rare reshuffling period across the league.

     

    And as teams move quickly to secure available talent, Nxled may have already positioned itself as one of the biggest early winners of the post-Cignal shakeup.

     

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  • Tai Bundit to miss AVC Women’s Cup after Thailand accident, forcing Alas Pilipinas to scramble for interim coach 

    Tai Bundit to miss AVC Women’s Cup after Thailand accident, forcing Alas Pilipinas to scramble for interim coach 

    Alas Pilipinas Women has suddenly dealt another major challenge, as the newly-appointed head coach Tai Bundit will be unable to guide the Philippines in the upcoming AVC Women’s Volleyball Cup after suffering a foot injury in a scooter accident in Bangkok, Thailand.


    The accident, which required surgery, sidelines Bundit for the next two to three months and left the Philippine National Volleyball Federation scrambling to reorganize its coaching setup just weeks before the continental tournament scheduled from June 6 to 14 in Candon City.

     

    “So ‘yung nangyari kay coach Tai, na-aksidente nga very sad to say na he will be out 2-3 months. So definitely, he will be out for the AVC Women’s Cup. So, ang balik niya SEA V.League,” PNVF president Tonyboy Liao said.


    Instead of making his anticipated debut on home soil, Bundit’s return to Philippine volleyball will now have to wait until the 6th SEA V.League in July.

     

    The timing could not have been tougher for Alas Women, which is already undergoing a major transition after several core players from the previous national team pool declined invitations to return.

     

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    With Bundit out, the federation has turned its attention toward finding an interim tactician from within the current coaching group to oversee training camp and handle the AVC campaign.


    “I already talked with the coaches among yourselves, plan out sino ang pwedeng maging head coach sa inyo for the meantime to run the training,” Liao added.

     

    Among those being considered are former national coach Shaq Delos Santos, multi-time PVL champion tactician Sherwin Meneses, Adamson high school champion coach JP Yude, and La Salle statistics coach Benson Bocboc.

     

    Liao said the coaches themselves are expected to decide internally who will temporarily steer the national squad.

     

    “Ipa-plan out muna sino ang pwedeng maging head coach sa inyo for the meantime to run the training. I will be talking with them later and see,” he said.

     

    Bundit’s return to the Philippines had generated excitement after his successful runs with the Ateneo Blue Eagles and Creamline Cool Smashers, where he established himself as one of the most respected foreign tacticians in local volleyball.

     

    Now, however, Alas Pilipinas Women enters the AVC Women’s Cup facing uncertainty both on the sidelines and within the roster itself.

     

    Despite the setback, preparations are still expected to continue as the national team hopes to stabilize its program in time for a busy international calendar ahead.

     

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