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Skipper Jia confident experience will bolster Alas PH
Jia De Guzman will captain the 14-woman Philippine women's volleyball team, Alas Pilipinas, in the upcoming 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand, aiming to break a 20-year medal drought.
The roster includes veterans Jia De Guzman, Dawn Catindig, Justine Jazareno, Dell Palomata, and Maddie Madayag, alongside promising young spikers Bella Belen, Shaina Nitura, Angel Canino, Alyssa Solomon, and Alleiah Malaluan.
Seasoned spikers Vanie Gandler and Eya Laure, along with setter Mars Alba, will support the offense.
The team will be guided by coach Jorge de Brito.
Despite challenges in preparation, De Guzman is confident that the team's experience from previous Asian and Southeast Asian tournaments will be enough.
She emphasized the importance of staying healthy and focused on the higher purpose of competing in the SEA Games.
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