Jaja Santiago Bids Farewell to Osaka Marvelous After Stellar Season
Source: news.source.inquirer
Jaja Santiago, now known as Sachi Minowa, has announced that the 2024-25 Japan SV.League season will be her last with Osaka Marvelous. The Filipino volleyball star, who has been a key player for the team since joining in 2023, expressed gratitude for the support and experiences during her tenure. Santiago, who recently became a Japanese citizen, will play her final games in the playoffs against Astemo Rivale Ibaraki. Her future plans remain undisclosed.
Key Points
Jaja Santiago, now Sachi Minowa, will leave Osaka Marvelous after the 2024-25 season.
Osaka Marvelous won the regular season with a 37-7 record.
Santiago expressed gratitude towards the team and fans in her farewell statement.
She will next play in the playoffs against Astemo Rivale Ibaraki.
Santiago's achievements include Best Blocker, Best Attacker, Mythical Team member, and the Fighting Spirit award in the previous season.
She has been playing in Japan since 2018, initially with Saitama Ageo Medics.
Her last appearance in the Philippines was in 2021 with Chery Tiggo in the PVL.
Maddie Madayag also concluded her stint with Kurobe AquaFairies.
