Jia De Guzman supporting Creamline during the PVL All-Filipino Conference Finals against Choco Mucho.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net
MANILA, Philippines — Jia De Guzman won’t play for Creamline in the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Champions League in April due to her commitments with her Japanese club, Denso AiryBees in the SV.League.
Amid the clamor of the fans in hopes of seeing the eight-time PVL Best Setter in action again for the Cool Smashers in the Champions League, her husband, Miguel clarified that Jia will play in Japan until May as she is focused on her team’s current campaign in division 1 with a 25-9 record in second place.
“Just to clarify: Jia is with the Denso Airybees for the 2024-2025 season, which ends in May. All teams in the S.VLeague are working hard to make it to the Championship round,” Miguel wrote on Instagram. “ What we should all be wishing for is seeing Jia and Denso play until May, and nothing else. Let’s pray for Denso’s success this season. Denso’s success is Jia’s success.”
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Miguel also wished Creamline and Petro Gazz good luck after being named as the country’s teams in the Champions League from April 20 to 27 at Philsports Arena.
“I’m sure Creamline and PetroGazz will represent the country well in the Champions League with their respective line-ups,” he said.
Creamline, De Guzman’s PVL club, expressed its support for its longtime setter and Alas Pilipinas captain’s overseas stint.
“We also want to express our heartfelt support for Jia De Guzman, who’s currently under contract with Denso Airybees until May. As Denso gears up for the SVL Championship round, we acknowledge the hard work and dedication of all the players, especially Jia, who truly embodies the spirit of our sport,” the club wrote.
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The Cool Smashers, who will play in the 2024-25 PVL All-Filipino Conference quarterfinals, are excited to fly the flag anew in the Champions League.
“Our focus at Creamline is on the journey ahead, and we’re committed to representing our country with pride in the Champions League,” the 10-time PVL champion team said.
“We have faith in our team’s strength and determination to make a meaningful impact on the international stage. Let’s unite in supporting Jia and Denso this season, wishing them the best as they pursue their goals. Together, we celebrate the camaraderie and competitive spirit that volleyball brings to our community.”