HIGHLIGHTS: Alas Pilipinas vs Vietnam FIVB Challenger Cup
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HIGHLIGHTS: Alas Pilipinas vs Vietnam FIVB Challenger Cup

/ Updated as of: 11:35 PM July 05, 2024

Vietnam star T4 all praises for Alas Pilipinas, Jia de Guzman

Vietnam star Thi Thanh Thuy Tran against Alas Pilipinas in the FIVB Challenger Cup.

Vietnam star Thi Thanh Thuy Tran, popularly known as T4, in a game against Alas Pilipinas in the FIVB Challenger Cup. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIREr.net

MANILA, Philippines — Trần Thị Thanh Thúy had nothing but praises for Alas Pilipinas, especially setter Jia De Guzman, after their showdown in the FIVB Women’s Volleyball Challenger Cup.

Thuy, dubbed as T4, returned to action from injury and only scored two points but still made a huge impact for Vietnam, which eliminated the host Philippines, 25-14, 25-22, 25-21, on Friday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

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“The Philippines’ performance is very well because they have a good connection with the setter,” said Thuy, who checked in midway through the second set and started in the third. FULL STORY

Sisi Rondina soaks up lessons from Alas Pilipinas loss to Vietnam

Sisi Rondina leads Alas Pilipinas in scoring in the loss.

Sisi Rondina leads Alas Pilipinas in scoring in the loss against Vietnam in FIVB Challenger Cup. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net

MANILA, Philippines — Sisi Rondina stood tall against the Vietnamese leading the gallant stand of Alas Pilipinas in the last two sets only for their FIVB Women’s Volleyball Challenger Cup campaign to end after just one game.

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Rondina led Alas’ charge with 15 points, especially in keeping Vietnam within striking distance but the Filipinos still absorbed a 14-25, 22-25, 21-25 loss after her missed attack in the final set Friday evening before a soldout Ninoy Aquino Stadium. FULL STORY

Jema Galanza happy to join Alas Pilipinas despite minor injury

Jema Galanza during Alas Pilipinas game against Vietnam in the FIVB Challenger Cup.

Jema Galanza during Alas Pilipinas game against Vietnam in the FIVB Challenger Cup. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net

MANILA, Philippines — Jema Galanza was grateful for the chance to suit up for Alas Pilipinas in the FIVB Women’s Volleyball Challenger Cup despite the last-minute changes to her position due to a minor foot injury in practice.

Days before the tournament, Galanza rolled her ankle in practice, which led to her returning to a spiker position despite being initially listed as libero in time for their game against Vietnam. Middle blocker Cherry Nunag taking the second libero role. FULL STORY

Bella Belen, Angel Canino relish first team-up at Alas Pilipinas

Bella Belen and Angel Canino team up for Alas Pilipinas in the FIVB Challenger Cup.

Bella Belen and Angel Canino team up for Alas Pilipinas in the FIVB Challenger Cup. -MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net

MANILA, Philippines — From UAAP rivals to national team teammates, Bella Belen and Angel Canino relished their first team-up despite Alas Pilipinas losing to Vietnam in the FIVB Women’s Volleyball Challenger Cup on Friday evening at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

The Philippines witnessed the first team-up of the two UAAP rookie MVPs in their 14-25, 22-25, 21-25 loss to Vietnam in front of a soldout crowd.

Although Alas’ Volleyball Nations League (VNL) qualifier ended in just a game, the newly-formed duo showed a glimpse of what they can offer with Canino pouring in 12 points and Belen only scoring two on top of a steady floor defense in the first two sets. FULL STORY

Alas Pilipinas loses to Vietnam, bows out of FIVB Challenger Cup

Alas Pilipinas against Vietnam in the FIVB Challenger Cup quarterfinals

Alas Pilipinas against Vietnam in the FIVB Challenger Cup quarterfinals. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net

Thi Bich Tuyen Nguyen and Vietnam shut the doors on Alas Pilipinas’ hopes of qualifying for the Volleyball Nations League next year after a 25-14, 25-22, 25-21 victory Friday night in the FIVB Challenger Cup at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

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Tuyen peppered the Filipinas with 30 points built on 27 attack points and three blocks to show Alas the exit after just one game in the knockout quarterfinals. FULL STORY

LIVE UPDATES: Alas Pilipinas vs Vietnam

–By Lance Agcaoili

Alas Pilipinas tries to survive in the FIVB Challenger Cup, taking on AVC Challenge Cup champion Vietnam in a knockout match.

THIRD SET

  • Alas Pilipinas ends its #FIVBChallengerCup stint in the quarterfinal. Vietnam moves on to the semis.
  • Vannie Gandler ties the set anew, 20-20
  • Thea Gagate quick! Alas still ahead, 19-18.
  • Sisi Rondina gives Alas Pilipinas an 18-17 lead.
  • Gandler from the back row to tie the third, 14-all.
  • ISA NA LANG! Attack error from Thi Bich Tuyen as Vietnam holds a 14-13 lead.
  • Angel Canino and Fifi Sharma put Alas within two, 12-10.
  • Thea Gagate with a quick attack. Alas down by three, 10-7.
  • Vanie Gandler delivers an ace. 8-4, Alas trails.
  • 8-2 start by Vietnam in the third set..

SECOND SET

  • END OF SET: Vietnam 25, Alas Pilipinas 22. The Filipinos’ gallant stand fall short as the Vietnamese take a commanding two-set advantage
  • Canino ace! Alas down by one, 22-23.
  • Angel Canino cuts it down to two, 20-22.
  • Alas Pilipinas pulls within 20-18 after an error from Vietnam.
  • 3-0 run by Vietnam with a 17-14 lead here.
  • Fifi Sharma ties it again at 14! Jema Galanza checks in.
  • Fifi Sharma with another equalizer! 13-all in the second set.
  • Alas Pilipinas ties the game at 12 all after another error from Vietnam. But T4 checks in!
  • Rotation error by Vietnam. Alas within one, 11-12.
  • Bella Belen from the back row! Alas trails, 10-12.
  • Another strong start for Vietnam, going 9-4 and not letting the Philippines get momentum.

FIRST SET

  • END OF SET: Vietnam 25, Alas Pilipinas 14
  • Jia de Guzman nails a 1-2 play to cut Alas’ deficit to five, 18-13.
  • Ace for Vietnam! They continue to dominate Alas with a 17-11 lead in the first set.
  • Bella Belen scores her first point in an Alas Pilipinas jersey. Sisi Rondina off the block. Alas Pilipinas trails 11-8.
  • Thi Bich Tuyen Nguyen scores three straight points as Vietnam leads Alas in the first set, 11-6.
  • Vietnam zooms to a 6-2 lead, but Fifi Sharma stops the bleeding for Alas Pilipinas to cut down the lead.
  • Alas Pilipinas scores first point but Vietnam with back to back fast points to lead 2-1.
  • Alas Pilipinas starting line-up vs Vietnam: Angel Canino, Bella Belen, Sisi Rondina, Jia De Guzman, Thea Gagate, Fifi Sharma, and Dawn Catindig

FIVB Challenger Cup: Czechia sweeps Argentina for semis berth

Czechia celebrates a point against Argentina in the FIVB Challenger Cup knockout quarterfinals.

Czechia celebrates a point against Argentina in the FIVB Challenger Cup knockout quarterfinals. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net

MANILA, Philippines — Czechia sent Argentina packing with a 25-15, 25-22, 25-16 sweep to advance to the FIVB Challenger Cup semifinal on Friday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Michaela Mlejnkova led the charge for the Czechs with 14 points off 13 attacks and a block, while Gabriela Orvosova backstopped her with 12 points including two blocks. FULL STORY

LIVE UPDATES: Czechia vs Argentina

Czechia and Argentina battle in a do-or-die game in the FIVB Challenger Cup with a spot in the semifinals at stake.

Alas Pilipinas’ Jema Galanza won’t play libero in Challenger Cup

Jema Galanza Alas Pilipinas FIVB Challenger Cup

Jema Galanza with fellow Alas Pilipinas players Cherry Nunag and Dell Palomata. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net

MANILA, Philippines — After initially being listed as libero, Jema Galanza is back to her original position as an outside spiker in the FIVB Challenger Cup 2024 on Friday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

Two days before their knockout game against AVC Challenge Cup champion Vietnam, Alas Pilipinas coach Jorge Souza De Brito said that Galanza will no longer have to play as libero following a minor foot injury during their preparation.

“She is [doing] better and she’s ok. She will be a regular player,” De Brito told Inquirer Sports. FULL STORY

Missing players, reassigned roles hit Alas Pilipinas with reality check

Alas Pilipinas during a VNL meet and greet at Mall of Asia Arena.

Alas Pilipinas during a VNL meet and greet at Mall of Asia Arena.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net

Coming off the high of a historic achievement, Alas Pilipinas is beginning to feel some of the problems of maintaining a high-profile national pool.

Luckily, the women’s program has a few reinforcements coming its way.

National University (NU) ace and UAAP two-time MVP Bella Belen and multi awarded spiker Jema Galanza will bolster Alas Pilipinas when it takes on Vietnam on Thursday in the FIVB Challenger Cup 2024 at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. FULL STORY

After VNL success, PH plays host anew as Challenger Cup fires off

Team USA vs Japan Volleyball Nations League (VNL) 2024 Filipino crowd

FILE–A general view of the crowd during a game between Team USA and Japan in the VNL 2024 at Mall of Asia Arena.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net

MANILA, Philippines — The Philippines looks to continue its string of successful hosting gigs with the FIVB Challenger Cup 2024 for Women from Thursday to Sunday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.

Behind the Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF), the country will be hosting a third straight international competition this year with the VCC, which serves as a qualifier for the Volleyball Nations League.

Alas Pilipinas will see action in the VCC when it clashes with Vietnam in a knockout game on Friday at 6:30 p.m. following the 3 p.m. match between Argentina and the Czech Republic. FULL STORY

 FIVB Challenger Cup 2024 schedule of games July 5

Ninoy Aquino Stadium

3pm –  Czechia vs Argentina
6:30pm – Philippines vs Vietnam

SCHEDULE OF PH GAMES HERE.

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