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Alas picks up semis lessons from loss to Indonesia
Alas Pilipinas Men concluded the 33rd Southeast Asian Games group stage with a 17-25, 25-27, 26-24 loss to defending champions Indonesia.
Despite the defeat, the Philippines advanced to the semifinals by finishing second in Group B with a 1-1 record, while Indonesia topped the group with a perfect 2-0 slate.
Coach Angiolino Frigoni highlighted the need to improve service and avoid errors before the knockout round, emphasizing the team's confidence.
This marks the national team's return to the Final Four after missing the last two editions of the SEA Games.
The team aims to replicate their 2019 performance where they secured a silver medal after stunning Thailand in the semifinals.
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