World volley tryouts lure PH stalwarts

The country’s top volleyball players are expected to take a crack at representing the Philippines in volleyball’s biggest stage.

Cha Cruz, Aby Marano, Jaja Santiago, Jovelyn Gonzaga and Tina Salak are among those confirmed to take part in the tryouts for the FIVB Club World Women’s Championships to be held Friday at Fil-Oil Flying V Arena in San Juan.

Seven slots are on offer for the Filipino players, while seven more are reserved for foreign reinforcements.

The country is hosting the FIVB Worlds on Oct. 18-23, marking the first time the Philippines is hosting the prestigious meet featuring the best eight club teams in the world.

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