MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines’ women’s national volleyball team, Alas Pilipinas, will compete in the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Nations Cup in Vietnam starting Saturday. The team arrived in Vietnam on Wednesday morning and is aiming to build on its performance from last year’s tournament.
Alas Pilipinas secured the country’s first AVC medal in 63 years at the former Challenge Cup held at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum. The team will seek to surpass its previous performance and secure another medal at this year’s competition.
The team’s head coach is leading the squad, which includes several rookies, for the AVC Women’s Nations Cup. The team will compete against various international teams during the tournament.
The AVC Nations Cup provides teams a platform to showcase their talents, with significant implications for regional rankings and international exposure.
Alas Pilipinas has been preparing intensively for the competition, focusing on strategy, skills, and teamwork. The team is committed to representing the Philippines at the event and competing for a top finish.
