Sean Celis, Author at Sports Pilipinas

Alas Women Reach Nagoya Ahead of Asian Games Comeback

Sean CelisSeptember 14, 2026

Nagoya Journey Marks Major Milestone for Alas Alas Pilipinas Women have arrived in Nagoya, completing another milestone before their long-awaited return to Asian Games volleyball competition. The Philippines returns to women’s volleyball at the continental multi-sport event for the first time since its 2018 campaign. Alas Pilipinas Lands in Japan for Asian Games Lance Agcaoili...

Nitura Could Replace Catindig on Alas Asian Games Team

Sean CelisSeptember 13, 2026

UAAP MVP Adds Firepower to Alas Pilipinas Women Roster Shaina Nitura has joined the Alas Pilipinas Women roster for the Asian Games, replacing veteran libero Dawn Macandili-Catindig. The reigning UAAP Season 88 MVP adds another attacking option as the Philippines prepares for China and Kazakhstan. Nitura Completes Alas Pilipinas Final 12 John Mark Garcia of...

Spikers’ Turf Adds Clearskiin UV Smashers to Men’s Field

Sean CelisSeptember 12, 2026

New Men’s Volleyball Team Expands Spikers’ Turf Landscape Clearskiin UV Smashers have officially joined Spikers’ Turf, expanding Philippine men’s volleyball with another organization entering the domestic competition. The newcomer carries a mission extending beyond results by creating competitive opportunities for talented players currently without established teams. Clearskiin Creates New Opportunity for Players Jean Malanum of...

Espejo, Bagunas Reunite for Alas Pilipinas Asian Games Run

Sean CelisSeptember 12, 2026

Jude Garcia Joins Established Duo for Continental Campaign Marck Espejo and Bryan Bagunas will reunite internationally as Alas Pilipinas brings an experienced core into the 2026 Asian Games. Jude Garcia joins the established scoring duo, giving coach Angiolino Frigoni another attacking option for a demanding Pool D campaign. Espejo and Bagunas Head Alas Pilipinas Core...

Taka Minowa Challenges Alas Women to Fight Asian Giants

Sean CelisSeptember 11, 2026

Fearless Approach Guides Alas Pilipinas Before Continental Battle Taka Minowa wants Alas Pilipinas Women competing fearlessly against China and Kazakhstan during their challenging Asian Games Pool B campaign. The Filipinas enter Aichi-Nagoya facing difficult opposition, but Minowa wants genuine competition rather than simply experiencing volleyball’s continental stage. Minowa Demands Fighting Mentality Against China Kiko Demigillo...

Torcaso Uses Asian Games to Test Filipinas for World Cup

Sean CelisSeptember 11, 2026

World Cup Preparation Drives Filipinas Youth Evaluation Plan Mark Torcaso views the 2026 Asian Games as more than another tournament for the Philippine women’s national football team. With 2027 World Cup qualification secured, the Filipinas coach is using Nagoya to evaluate younger players against continental competition. Torcaso Approaches Second Asian Games Differently Kiko Demigillo of...

Hali Long Joins Katrina Guillou at Brisbane Roar

Sean CelisSeptember 10, 2026

Filipinas Defender Takes International Career to Australia Filipinas captain Hali Long is taking her career to Australia after signing with Brisbane Roar for the 2026-27 A-League Women season. The veteran defender will reunite with national teammate Katrina Guillou as Brisbane strengthens a squad coming off a semifinal appearance. Brisbane Adds Long to Strengthen Defense Lorenzo...

Jaja Santiago-Minowa Eyes Creamline Return After PVL Stint

Sean CelisSeptember 10, 2026

Short PVL Stint Leaves Jaja with Valuable Lessons Ahead Jaja Santiago-Minowa leaves Creamline without the PVL Invitational championship, but her short homecoming delivered something equally valuable: renewed confidence. The 30-year-old middle blocker now heads toward San Francisco carrying lessons, friendships, and unfinished business with the Cool Smashers. Creamline Quickly Becomes Family for Minowa Jonash Dannug...

Papatchaya Phontham Wins Historic PVL Invitational MVP

Sean CelisSeptember 9, 2026

Young Opposite Becomes Landmark Figure in PVL History Papatchaya Phontham completed a historic PVL Invitational campaign by becoming the league’s first Most Valuable Player from a guest team. The 20-year-old Thai opposite earned the honor after helping EST Cola capture the 2026 Invitational championship at Smart Araneta Coliseum. Phontham Makes History With PVL Invitational MVP...

PLDT Claims PVL Bronze Behind Savi Davison Triple-Double

Sean CelisSeptember 9, 2026

Creamline Falls as PLDT Completes Tournament with Bronze Savi Davison delivered another all-around performance as PLDT ended its demanding PVL Invitational campaign with a bronze medal. The High Speed Hitters defeated Creamline, 25-20, 20-25, 25-21, 25-22, securing a second consecutive tournament podium finish. PLDT Finishes Difficult Campaign With Bronze Kiko Demigillo of One Sports detailed...

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