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  • Proposed Petro Gazz–Nxled union threatens to test PVL balance of power ahead of 2026

    Proposed Petro Gazz–Nxled union threatens to test PVL balance of power ahead of 2026

    What began as a routine offseason realignment could soon evolve into one of the most divisive moments in recent PVL history.

     

    Plans involving Petro Gazz and Nxled joining forces ahead of the 2026 season have introduced a layer of uncertainty—and tension—into an already active offseason. Whether the arrangement is formally branded as a merger or framed under a different structure, the idea alone has stirred resistance from within league circles.

     

    SPIN.ph has learned that several teams are prepared to challenge the proposal if it is elevated to a vote, signaling that the issue may extend beyond roster construction and into questions of competitive integrity.

     

    Under the current framework being discussed, the consolidated squad would compete under the Nxled name. 

     

    Nxled head coach Ettore Guidetti is expected to remain at the helm, a scenario that would keep him in front of Petro Gazz’s championship-winning mentors Gary and Lisa Van Sickle—at least in terms of official hierarchy.

     

    Yet while the banner and head coach may remain unchanged, much of the operational backbone is projected to shift. 

     

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    A significant portion of the coaching and support staff is expected to come from Petro Gazz’s setup, which delivered back-to-back titles last season. 

     

    On the court, the restructured team would retain a portion of Nxled’s core while absorbing players who remain from the Angels, effectively blending two established programs into a single competitive unit.

     

    That structure has not sat well with rivals.

     

    The Strong Group Athletics stable, which operates Farm Fresh and ZUS Coffee, is believed to be among the most outspoken opponents of the plan. Other teams reportedly share concerns that the move could allow the Akari group to consolidate talent in a way that strengthens what is effectively its secondary team, tilting the league’s competitive balance.

     

    For now, the proposal remains in limbo. The PVL has yet to formally act on the matter, and it is still unclear whether either Petro Gazz or Nxled has officially submitted documentation for approval.

     

    Until then, the situation hangs over the offseason as a potential flashpoint—one that could force the league to clarify where it draws the line between organizational flexibility and competitive fairness.

     

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  • Capital1 fires first salvo in PVL offseason with four-signing reset led by Shaya Adorador, Jas Nabor

    Capital1 fires first salvo in PVL offseason with four-signing reset led by Shaya Adorador, Jas Nabor

    Capital1 wasted no time inserting itself into the heart of PVL free agency, unveiling a four-player haul that signals a clear shift from patience to urgency ahead of the 2026 season.

     

    In one coordinated move, the Solar Spikers formally introduced Shaya Adorador, Jas Nabor, Rachel Jorvina, and Ezra Madrigal—each signing on Tuesday as part of the franchise’s opening step toward redefining its competitive core.

     

    The announcement immediately tied Capital1 to one of the offseason’s biggest storylines: the ripple effects of Chery Tiggo’s disbandment. 

     

    Adorador and Nabor became the sixth and seventh former Crossovers to land new PVL homes, extending a shared volleyball journey that has followed them since the league entered its professional era in 2021.

     

    Off the court, the two are partners. On it, their paths have remained tightly aligned. From Chery Tiggo’s original pandemic-era lineup to the club’s breakthrough 2021 Open Conference title—the PVL’s first professional championship—Adorador and Nabor were fixtures in the franchise’s rise.

     Even brief stops elsewhere, including a short stint with Foton, ultimately led them back to the Crossovers during the 2023 Invitational Conference.

     

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    Now, Capital1 offers a new chapter—and immediate responsibility.

     

    Adorador slots into an outside-hitting group anchored by Bella Belen and Trisha Genesis, adding proven scoring depth to a young roster. Nabor, meanwhile, brings veteran calm to a playmaking rotation that includes Iris Tolenada and Nikka Yandoc, a stabilizing presence for a team still shaping its on-court identity.

     

    While the former Crossovers drew early attention, Madrigal and Jorvina represent a quieter but equally meaningful shift. Both players are stepping outside the Akari ecosystem for the first time in their PVL careers, turning the page after years spent within a familiar system.

     

    Madrigal arrives with experience and hardware, reinforcing Capital1’s net defense alongside Rachel Austero, KC Galdones, Julia Ipac, and Ivy Aquino. Her presence also helps address the departure of Sydney Niegos, who exited the Solar Spikers after two seasons.

     

    Jorvina, on the other hand, strengthens the team from the back line, joining Roma Doromal and Rica Rivera-Pancho to form a more rounded floor-defense unit—one that reflects Capital1’s intent to build balance rather than rely on a single star axis.

     

    Taken together, the quartet forms more than a list of names. It marks Capital1’s first real attempt to define what kind of team it wants to be in the next phase of the PVL—experienced enough to compete now, but structured to grow with its younger core.

     

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  • Akari turns the page as Ezra Madrigal, Cams Victoria exit ahead of 2026 PVL Season

    Akari turns the page as Ezra Madrigal, Cams Victoria exit ahead of 2026 PVL Season

    Change has finally arrived for Akari, and it comes at a symbolic moment in the Chargers’ young PVL history.

     

    Fresh off a bronze medal finish in the 2025 Reinforced Conference, the Chargers have confirmed the departures of two familiar faces—Ezra Madrigal and Cams Victoria—marking the team’s first major offseason shakeup heading into the 2026 Premier Volleyball League season.

     

    For a franchise that leaned heavily on continuity during its early years, the move signals a conscious shift from building around familiarity to actively redefining its identity.

     

    Madrigal’s exit, in particular, closes a foundational chapter. A member of Akari’s original PVL roster when the team debuted in 2022, the 5-foot-11 Far Eastern University product became a fixture in the middle during the Chargers’ formative seasons. 

     

    Her presence helped stabilize a young squad navigating its way through the league’s import-heavy era.

     

    Her tenure with Akari, however, is remembered not only for on-court contributions but also for being entwined with one of the PVL’s most debated moments. During the 2024 Reinforced Conference semifinals against PLDT, a net-touch call involving Madrigal in the deciding fifth set ignited controversy, eventually leading to a successful protest and an overturned ruling.

     

    More than a year later, that incident now stands as a historical footnote to a chapter that has officially closed.

     

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    Madrigal leaves behind a résumé that includes two bronze medals and a runner-up finish, along with a noticeable void in Akari’s middle blocker rotation. 


    That responsibility now shifts to Alas Pilipinas standout Fifi Sharma, who is set to anchor the frontline alongside Ced Domingo and developing middle Jamaica Villena.


    Victoria’s departure, meanwhile, reflects a quieter but equally meaningful transition. The former University of Santo Tomas standout joined the Chargers in 2023 and steadily carved out her role as a dependable opposite hitter. Initially backing up veteran Eli Soyud, the 6-foot-1 attacker later became part of a deeper right-side rotation that featured emerging scorer Steph Bustrillo.


    With both Madrigal and Victoria moving on, Akari’s roster evolution under head coach Tina Salak officially begins in earnest. 


    Beyond selections made in the 2025 PVL Draft, this offseason represents Salak’s first true chance to reshape the team, stepping away from a largely untouched core and toward a lineup built with long-term contention in mind.


    As the Chargers set their sights on 2026, the message is clear: Akari is no longer content with incremental progress. The next phase will be defined by deliberate change—and the departures of two long-time contributors are the first signs of that shift. 


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  • Royse Tubino headlines Strong Group’s latest veteran signings ahead of 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference

    Royse Tubino headlines Strong Group’s latest veteran signings ahead of 2026 PVL All-Filipino Conference

    Royse Tubino emerged as the headline addition as Strong Group Athletics continued to fortify its Premier Volleyball League rosters, announcing a new wave of veteran signings ahead of the 2026 season.

     

    Tubino, a proven opposite spiker known for her steady scoring and versatility, leads a quartet of experienced reinforcements that also includes setter Chie Saet and middle blocker Remy Palma from Petro Gazz, along with libero Bia General of Choco Mucho. 

     

    The moves further strengthen Strong Group’s twin franchises, ZUS Coffee and Farm Fresh, as both teams look to build on promising campaigns last season.

     

    At 32, Tubino brings reliability forged through years of PVL battles. She most recently suited up for Choco Mucho, where she served as a dependable offensive option off the bench, providing timely points and stability whenever called upon. 

     

    Her arrival gives Strong Group a seasoned attacker capable of contributing immediately, whether in a starting role or as a key rotation piece.

     

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    Saet adds championship pedigree to the group. The 41-year-old veteran setter spent her entire PVL career with Petro Gazz since 2019 and was instrumental in four title runs, three of which came during the league’s professional era.

     

    Her experience and court leadership offer Strong Group a calming presence in high-pressure moments.

     

    Palma, meanwhile, strengthens the middle while bringing leadership off the floor. A three-time PVL champion at 30, she is set to take on a dual role as a playing assistant coach, blending on-court contributions with mentorship for younger teammates.

     

    General rounds out the signings as a defensive specialist. During her stint with Choco Mucho, she served as the primary backup to multi-time Best Libero Thang Ponce, giving Strong Group a reliable option in the backcourt with experience in structured defensive systems.

     

    The latest acquisitions come just a month after Strong Group secured former Chery Tiggo standouts Cess Robles, Karen Verdeflor, and Renee Peñafiel, highlighting a clear strategy of surrounding its teams with veteran leadership.

     

    ZUS Coffee is coming off a breakthrough Reinforced Conference run that ended with a maiden Finals appearance, while Farm Fresh registered a franchise-best 7–1 elimination-round record before exiting in the quarterfinals. 

     

    With Tubino leading the newest batch of additions, Strong Group appears intent on turning last season’s gains into sustained contention in 2026.

     

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  • PVL to finally give teams a share of league revenues

    PVL to finally give teams a share of league revenues

    From sold-out arenas to strong television and streaming numbers, the Premier Volleyball League has long looked like a thriving sports property. Fans see the spectacle, brands see the exposure, and players see a platform that keeps growing bigger every season. Behind the scenes, however, team owners have continued to shoulder most of the financial burden—until now.

     

    For the first time since turning professional in 2020, the PVL is set to formally return a portion of league revenues to its teams, marking a significant shift in how the country’s top volleyball league operates. The move signals that the PVL is no longer just surviving on popularity, but is now confident enough in its business model to start sharing the fruits of its success.

     

    “30 percent of what the league makes (every year),” PVL president Ricky Palou told the Inquirer over the phone a couple of days back, outlining how teams will finally begin receiving league-generated income. “That would be 30 percent divided by all the teams that are playing.”

     

    The remaining funds, Palou explained, will be reinvested into keeping the league running smoothly. “Palou went on to say that the remaining 70 percent will be used for operating expenses.” In effect, the PVL is balancing two goals at once: rewarding its stakeholders while ensuring the league itself remains financially healthy.

     

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    This revenue-sharing plan is not an isolated decision. It follows another major structural change introduced in recent years—the Rookie Draft—which brought a new level of parity and long-term planning to the league, highlighted by former La Salle star Thea Gagate being selected first overall. Together, these initiatives point to a league that is thinking beyond short-term hype and toward sustainability.

     

    “This will help ensure the stability of the league,” Palou added, stressing that the timing of the move is deliberate as the PVL continues talks with Cignal for a renewal of its broadcast deal. Media rights remain a cornerstone of the league’s income, and Palou acknowledged how crucial that relationship is to making revenue sharing viable for all teams.

     

    “We knew that somewhere down the road that this will happen,” he said. “And we are just happy and proud that we can start doing it starting this year.”

     

    Palou’s confidence is shaped by experience. Having previously served as chief finance officer of the Philippine Basketball Association during the tenure of the late Jun Bernardino, he understands how leagues dependent on gate receipts and broadcast deals must evolve to keep franchises afloat. It is no coincidence that the PVL’s approach mirrors models used by the PBA and even collegiate powerhouses like the UAAP and NCAA.

     

    The long-term objective is clear: reduce the financial gap between teams and eventually help them break even. “That’s the target, hopefully,” Palou said.

     

    While concrete figures in volleyball remain unclear, comparisons with the PBA—where top teams are estimated to spend P50 to P60 million annually—offer perspective. The PVL may not yet operate on the same financial scale, but its rapidly expanding fanbase and commercial pull suggest that investments made by team owners are becoming increasingly justifiable.

     

    Five years into its professional journey, the PVL is no longer just a showcase for elite volleyball talent. With revenue sharing now on the table, it is positioning itself as a mature, forward-thinking league—one that recognizes that sustained success depends not only on packed crowds, but on making sure its teams can thrive alongside it.

     

     

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  • Veteran setter Chie Saet joins Strong Group Athletics after leaving Petro Gazz Angels

    Veteran setter Chie Saet joins Strong Group Athletics after leaving Petro Gazz Angels

    Strong Group Athletics have bolstered their Premier Volleyball League (PVL) presence after securing the services of veteran setter Chie Saet, who has decided to part ways with the Petro Gazz Angels ahead of the upcoming PVL conference.

     

    Strong Group, the organization behind PVL teams Farm Fresh Foxies and ZUS Coffee Thunderbelles, officially announced Saet’s arrival through a social media post on Sunday, January 4. The franchise welcomed the seasoned playmaker with a message that highlighted the intangibles she brings to the court: “Strong Mind, Strong Heart. Chie Saet joins Strong Group, bringing leadership, experience, and calm under pressure to the squad. Welcome, Chie!”

     

    Saet’s acquisition is widely seen as a major boost for any roster she eventually joins, given her wealth of experience and proven ability to steady a team in high-pressure situations. A former standout from De La Salle University in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP), Saet has long been regarded as one of the country’s most reliable setters. Her collegiate success paved the way for a professional career that included a stint with the Cignal HD Spikers in the Philippine Super Liga before she moved to the PVL.

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    In 2018, Saet joined the Petro Gazz Angels and quickly became a cornerstone of the franchise. Despite being in the latter stages of her career, the 41-year-old continued to perform at a high level, providing composure, leadership, and consistency from the setter position. Her steady hand played a crucial role in Petro Gazz’s rise as one of the league’s dominant teams, helping the Angels capture four PVL championships during her tenure. Beyond her on-court contributions, Saet was also widely respected for her mentorship of younger players and her ability to organize the team during critical moments.

     

    At this point, Strong Group Athletics has yet to confirm which of its two PVL teams—Farm Fresh or ZUS Coffee—Saet will suit up for in the upcoming conference. The uncertainty has sparked speculation among fans and observers, with both squads standing to benefit significantly from the presence of a veteran setter of Saet’s caliber.

     

    Regardless of where she ultimately lands, Saet’s move represents a significant addition to the Strong Group franchise and underscores the organization’s intent to be more competitive in the next PVL season. With her experience, leadership, and championship pedigree, Saet is expected to have an immediate impact and help elevate her new team’s performance as the league prepares for another highly competitive conference.

     

     

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  • PLDT moves fast to plug middle gap, brings in Seth Rodriguez ahead of PVL All-Filipino tilt

    PLDT moves fast to plug middle gap, brings in Seth Rodriguez ahead of PVL All-Filipino tilt

    PLDT wasted no time addressing a looming hole in its frontline, securing the services of veteran middle blocker Seth Rodriguez as preparations ramp up for the 2026 PVL season.

     

    The two-time champions officially welcomed the 5-foot-10 net defender on Saturday night, marking Rodriguez as the High Speed Hitters’ first roster move of the offseason and an immediate solution to an early challenge.

     

    Her arrival comes at a critical juncture for PLDT, which will open the All-Filipino Conference without resident middle blocker Dell Palomata. 


    The 6-foot-3 cornerstone was cleared by the club to take an overseas stint with the Medan Falcons in the 2026 Indonesian Proliga, where she is set to play until May. 

     

    Palomata is expected to rejoin PLDT once her international campaign wraps up, but the temporary absence created an opening the team was eager to fill.

     

     

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    Rather than wait, the High Speed Hitters turned to a familiar and proven option. Rodriguez, a former Chery Tiggo mainstay, became available following the franchise’s dissolution earlier in the offseason. Her experience and readiness made her a natural fit for a PLDT squad eyeing continuity rather than reinvention.

     

    Rodriguez is among a wave of former Crossovers who have found new homes in the league.

     

    Since Chery Tiggo folded last December, Cess Robles, Ren Peñafiel and Karen Verdeflor have joined the Strong Group Athletics stable, while Alina Bicar landed with Choco Mucho. Rodriguez now adds her name to that list, stepping into a system that values stability and depth at the net.

     

    At PLDT, she joins a veteran-heavy rotation featuring Majoy Baron, Mika Reyes, Zen Perolino and Mary Anne Esguerra. The added piece gives head coach Rald Ricafort flexibility in managing matchups and workloads as the conference unfolds, particularly during Palomata’s absence.

     

    With the All-Filipino Conference drawing closer, Rodriguez’s signing signals more than just a stopgap move.

     

    It underscores PLDT’s intent to stay competitive from opening serve, reinforcing its championship ambitions while ensuring the middle remains a position of strength—even amid early-season adjustments.

     

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  • A Power Shift in the PVL: Petro Gazz and PLDT own 2025

    A Power Shift in the PVL: Petro Gazz and PLDT own 2025

    What unfolded in the PVL in 2025 was more than a shift in champions—it was a reckoning. For nearly a decade, pink ruled Philippine women’s volleyball, with Creamline serving as both measuring stick and immovable force. 

     

    Championships felt routine, dominance institutional. But this closing year had other ideas. A convergence of timing, talent, and transformation finally loosened the grip of an old dynasty and crowned new standard-bearers, with Petro Gazz and PLDT splitting the season’s silverware and reshaping the league’s hierarchy.

     

    Creamline’s title drought—only the second full calendar year without a championship since 2017—was not so much a collapse as it was a sign of evolution around them. The Angels and the High Speed Hitters didn’t simply benefit from an opening; they forced one.

     

     At the center of that shift were Fil-foreign stars Brooke Van Sickle and Savi Davison, players once labeled as pure scorers who reintroduced themselves in 2025 as complete, championship-caliber leaders capable of defining tournaments.

     

    No team embodied reinvention more than Petro Gazz. From a franchise with just two import-dependent titles in six years, the Angels turned 2025 into a scrapbook of firsts. 

     

    Their breakthrough All-Filipino Conference run finally delivered a long-elusive import-less crown, built on early dominance, postseason poise, and a finals victory over Creamline that felt symbolic as much as it was decisive. 

     

    MJ Phillips and Van Sickle formed a devastating two-way tandem, while the title also marked a historic moment on the bench, with Koji Tsuzurabara joining rare company among foreign coaches to win a PVL championship.

     

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    The Reinforced Conference told a different, yet equally defining story. Petro Gazz stumbled early, recalibrated midstream, and surged just in time—knocking out Creamline to end the Cool Smashers’ 19-tournament podium streak before finishing off ZUS Coffee’s Cinderella run.

     

     By year’s end, Van Sickle had etched her name alongside Alyssa Valdez and Tots Carlos as a three-time conference MVP, while Phillips emerged as the quiet constant, a two-time Finals MVP anchoring both title runs.

     

    PLDT’s rise, meanwhile, was about release. Seven years of near-misses and unfulfilled promise evaporated in a span of weeks as the High Speed Hitters finally learned how to finish. 

     

    Their preseason sweep at the PVL on Tour hinted at what was coming, but it was the resilience shown against Creamline in the semifinals—and the composure to survive Chery Tiggo’s late charge in the finals—that announced PLDT’s arrival as champions. Mika Reyes’ long-awaited Finals MVP and Kath Arado’s history-making libero double cemented a breakthrough that felt earned, not accidental.

     

    The momentum carried straight into the PVL Invitational, where PLDT once again refused to blink, turning back international challengers and sealing a second title in quick succession. 

     

    Davison’s emergence as conference MVP capped a personal leap that mirrored her team’s ascent, while PLDT’s back-to-back triumphs reframed the franchise from perennial contender to certified winner.

     

    In the end, 2025 wasn’t about Creamline falling—it was about others finally rising high enough to meet and surpass the standard they set. 

     

    Petro Gazz and PLDT didn’t just claim trophies; they claimed space, identity, and legitimacy. The league exits the year no longer defined by a single shade of pink, but by a deeper, richer palette—proof that the PVL’s next era has well and truly begun.

     

     

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  • Eya Laure starts 2026 with a bang, finds new home with Choco Mucho after PVL hiatus

    Eya Laure starts 2026 with a bang, finds new home with Choco Mucho after PVL hiatus

    While fireworks welcomed the New Year across the country, the loudest spark came from the volleyball world—Eya Laure is officially back. 

     

    After a year away from the Premier Volleyball League spotlight, one of the sport’s most magnetic stars opened 2026 by signing with Choco Mucho, finally putting an end to months of speculation surrounding her future.

     

    Laure’s return marks more than just a transfer; it signals a reset. Once viewed as the long-term centerpiece of Chery Tiggo, the former UST standout helped lift the Crossovers into relevance, steering them to back-to-back semifinal finishes early in her professional career. 

     

    Those runs cemented her reputation as a franchise player capable of changing a team’s trajectory almost overnight.

     

    Momentum, however, stalled as Laure stepped away from club play to answer the national team’s call. 

     

    Her absence during the Reinforced Conference was followed by a contract buyout ahead of the 2024–25 All-Filipino Conference, a move that activated a non-compete clause and effectively sidelined her from PVL action for an entire year. 

     

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    It was a quiet stretch domestically—but not internationally.

     

    On the global stage, Laure remained anything but idle. She became a key figure in Alas Pilipinas’ recent success, helping the national team secure a historic silver medal at the AVC Nations Cup and back-to-back bronze finishes in the SEA V.League. 

     

    The performances reminded fans and rivals alike that Laure’s game had only matured during her time away.

     

    Now with Choco Mucho, Laure steps into a dramatically reshaped roster—and a familiar circle. She could reunite with longtime UST teammate Sisi Rondina, while also sharing the court with former collegiate foes Maddie Madayag and Deanna Wong, the same Ateneo stars who once denied UST a UAAP crown in Season 81.

     

     Additions Jaila Atienza, Alina Bicar, and the returning Caitlin Viray further signal the Flying Titans’ intent to reload.

     

    The move comes on the heels of Choco Mucho’s decision not to renew several veteran contracts, underscoring a clear shift in direction. With Laure at the center of this new chapter, the Flying Titans are betting that the New Year’s biggest bang is only the beginning.

     

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