FILE – Philippine women’s volleyball team during the 2018 Asian Games. POOL PHOTO
Larong Volleyball sa Pilipinas president Peter Cayco said the Philippines has a very strong chance of making the podium in the Southeast Asian Games for the first time since 2005’s bronze medal finish in Manila.
“You can bet on it, we will get a medal in the SEA Games,” said Cayco. “We’re only talking about which color.”
Cayco’s belief was bolstered by the presence of volleyball superstars during the tryouts held at Arellano University gym in Manila.
National team regulars Alyssa Valdez, Denden Lazaro, Mika Reyes, Aby Maraño and Ces Molina led some 40 club and collegiate players who trooped to Arellano for a chance to represent the country.
“They are all here. That goes to show how inspired and willing they are to wear the Philippine colors,” said Cayco.
The country will host this year’s edition of the Games.