The Premier Volleyball League is poised for a surge of talent as three national team stars prepare to rejoin their club teams. Jia de Guzman, Bernadeth Pons, and Sisi Rondina will return to the court, bringing with them the experience and momentum gained from representing the country.
Jia de Guzman, the celebrated setter and captain of Alas Pilipinas, will once again don the Creamline Cool Smashers uniform. Originally intending to rejoin Creamline during the Reinforced Conference, she prioritized national team duties, leading her squad in the Southeast Asian Games.
Though Alas Pilipinas finished fourth in the SEA Games, de Guzman’s leadership and skill were undeniable. Her return to Creamline is now confirmed, marking a pivotal moment for the team as they aim to reclaim their championship form.
Bernadeth Pons and Sisi Rondina bring a golden glow back to the PVL after a historic achievement. The duo were instrumental in securing the Philippines’ first-ever gold medal in beach volleyball at the Southeast Asian Games, a breakthrough moment for the nation’s sporting pride.
Philippine National Volleyball Federation Chief Tonyboy Liao confirmed the return of Pons and Rondina to their respective PVL clubs. Their dedication to the national team has now transitioned into a renewed focus on their professional careers.
De Guzman’s commitment to Creamline, announced back in October, signals a strategic move for the franchise. The Cool Smashers, despite a decade of success including ten titles, are eager to return to the podium after a recent absence.
Creamline’s history is rich with achievement – four second-place finishes and five third-place efforts alongside their ten championships – but the team is hungry for more. De Guzman and Pons are expected to be the catalysts for a renewed push towards dominance.
Sisi Rondina’s return to the Choco Mucho Flying Titans is equally anticipated. After challenging seasons that saw the team finish tenth and ninth in recent PVL tournaments, Rondina’s firepower and experience are seen as vital to revitalizing their performance.
The arrival of these three stars promises to elevate the competition and excitement within the PVL All-Filipino Conference, set to begin January 30th. Fans eagerly await witnessing their impact on the court and the unfolding drama of the season.
