Alas Pilipinas advances to VTV Cup semifinals

Updated Thu, July 3, 2025 at 7:28 PM Published Mon, June 30, 2025 at 7:33 PM

Alas Pilipinas secured their first win in the VTV Cup 2025, defeating China's Sichuan Wulianguniang in four sets and dominating Australia in straight sets to finish their Pool A stint with a 2-1 record.

Brooke Van Sickle paced the Philippines with 17 points against China, and she, along with MJ Philipps, have been leading the way for the Nationals.

Eya Laure missed the game against Australia as she is still under the weather, with Vanie Gandler starting in her place.

National team rookie Alleiah Malaluan made some significant contributions in the match against Australia.

Alas Pilipinas advanced to the semifinals after defeating Thailand's U21 club Est Cola in the quarterfinals in straight sets.

Vanie Gandler had 12 points, while Brooke Van Sickle had 10 points in the quarterfinals victory.

The Philippines will now face Russian club Korabelka in the semifinals on Friday.

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