FIVB Gives Frank Lao Green Light, Clears Path for Philippine Volleyball to Move Forward
The FIVB confirmed that Frank Lao’s election as PNVF president met its legal and administrative requirements.
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PH Youth Volleyball Eyes Final Four in Loaded AVC Field
The Philippines begins its AVC Boys’ U18 Volleyball Championship campaign against Iran with a place in the 2027 FIVB U19 World Championship on the line.
PH Opens AVC U18 Campaign With Gritty Win Over Iran in World Championship Chase
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The Philippines boosted its hopes of qualifying for the FIVB U19 World Championship after defeating Iran in four sets to open its AVC Girls’ U18 Championship campaign. Xyz Ellen Rayco starred as the young Filipinas earned a vital Pool C victory in Thailand.
Alas teams secure Asian Games volleyball berths
The Philippines has officially qualified both its men’s and women’s indoor volleyball teams for the Nagoya-Aichi 2026 Asian Games, marking another milestone for the country’s growing volleyball program.
Candon City welcomes teams for AVC Women’s Volleyball Cup
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Candon City has begun welcoming participating nations for the AVC Women’s Volleyball Cup as the tournament prepares to open amid a new chapter for Philippine volleyball following the FIVB suspension of the PNVF.
POC set to suspend PNVF after FIVB sanctions federation
The Philippine Olympic Committee is expected to suspend the Philippine National Volleyball Federation after the FIVB imposed immediate sanctions over governance concerns and alleged ethics violations.
AVC resumes Men’s Nations Cup Final after postponement due to regional tensions
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The Men’s Nations Cup final between Bahrain and Pakistan will proceed after a temporary postponement due to escalating tensions in the region, following assurances from the Bahrain government and the Bahrain Volleyball Association regarding safety.
Ramon ‘Tats’ Suzara named FIVB Executive Vice President
Ramon “Tats” Suzara achieves another milestone as he is named Executive Vice President of the International Volleyball Federation (FIVB). This new role highlights opportunities for Philippine volleyball on the global stage.
Thrilling Matches at Asian Senior Beach Volleyball Championship: Abdilla & Buytrago Triumph
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Discover the intense matches at the Asian Senior Beach Volleyball Championship. Abdilla and Buytrago clinch a crucial win against Japan, Australia secures consecutive victories, and top teams battle for dominance at Nuvali Sand Courts.
AVC Beach Tour Nuvali Open tilt set for April 4
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Volleyball action returns at the world-class Nuvali Sand Courts in the City of Santa Rosa as the Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) hosts the Smart Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Beach Tour Nuvali Open starting Thursday, April 4.