Alas Pilipinas men's team set for AVC Challenge Cup opener vs China
Alas Pilipinas secured its first-ever podium finish by winning the bronze medal at the 2024 AVC Challenge Cup for women and now the men's team is set to compete in Bahrain from June 2 to 9.
The Philippine National Volleyball Federation announced that Alas Pilipinas will face China in their opening match on Sunday, June 3 as part of Pool A in the AVC Challenge Cup.
Bannering the team is captain Marck Espejo alongside other top players like Josh Ybañez, Noel Kampton, Jau Umandal, and a youthful core including Jade Disquitado, Vince Lorenzo, and Joshua Retamar.
The men's squad aims to improve their chemistry and form a competitive squad ahead of the 2025 FIVB Men's World Championship hosted by the Philippines.
Teams must not fall any lower than second place in their respective groups to advance further in the four-pool Challenge Cup, with pool leaders advancing to the knockout playoffs for a chance to compete in the FIVB Challenger Cup.
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