Jia de Guzman to miss AVC Women's Champions League due to Japan stint

Creamline setter Jia de Guzman will miss the 2025 AVC Women's Champions League as she continues her commitment with Japan's Denso Airybees.

De Guzman's focus remains on the SV.League in Japan, which concludes in May, overlapping with the Champions League scheduled for April 20-27.

Her brother, Miguel de Guzman, confirmed her unavailability, highlighting her team's pursuit of the championship round.

The Denso Airybees currently hold a strong position in the SV.League with a 25-9 record, sharing second place in Division 1.

Creamline expressed full support for de Guzman's endeavors in Japan, acknowledging her contract with the Airybees until May.

The Cool Smashers will still represent the Philippines in the AVC Women's Champions League alongside the Petro Gazz Angels.

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