Alas Pilipinas secures historic bronze in AVC Challenge Cup
Kazakhstan secured the last semifinal ticket in Pool B of the AVC Challenge Cup 2024 by defeating Alas Pilipinas in straight sets on Tuesday, May 28 at Rizal Memorial Coliseum.
Vietnam completed a perfect pool play record and will face Kazakhstan for the gold medal match on Wednesday after defeating Indonesia 3-1.
Alas Pilipinas secured a historic bronze medal by defeating Australia in straight sets, 25-23, 25-15, 25-7, at Rizal Memorial Coliseum on Wednesday.
Despite falling short against Kazakhstan in the semifinals, Alas Pilipinas bounced back to claim their first AVC-sanctioned tournament medal in 63 years and their first podium finish since 2019.
The Philippines' triumph was powered by balanced offense from Angel Canino (14 points), Sisi Rondina (13 points), Thea Gagate (10 points), and Eya Laure (10 points) with team captain Jia De Guzman earning Best Player of the Game honors.
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