Philippine Volleyball Team Secures Historic Silver at AVC Nations Cup, Led by Canino, de Guzman, and Palomata
Source: news.source.manilatimes
The Alas Pilipinas women's volleyball team achieved a historic silver medal at the AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup in Hanoi, Vietnam, marking the Philippines' first silver in an AVC-sanctioned tournament. Despite a loss to the host and three-time champion Vietnam in the final, the team finished with a commendable 5-2 record. Angel Canino, Jia de Guzman, and Dell Palomata were standout performers, with Canino leading as the top outside hitter, de Guzman as the best setter, and Palomata earning her first international award as a top middle blocker.
Key Points
Alas Pilipinas won the Philippines' first silver medal in an AVC-sanctioned tournament at the AVC Women's Volleyball Nations Cup.
The team lost the final match to Vietnam but finished with a strong 5-2 record.
Angel Canino was named the best outside hitter, Jia de Guzman the best setter, and Dell Palomata one of the best middle blockers.
The achievement marks the first time in 64 years that the Philippines reached the final of an AVC tournament.
The tournament was held in Hanoi, Vietnam, with Vietnam securing their third consecutive championship.
