![Bella Belen during the PVL season with Capital1. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/PVL-AFC-26-PLDT-vs.-Capital1-Bella-Belen-1930-400x200.jpg)
Capital1 star Bella Belen captured the PVL Rookie of the Year award after a standout debut season highlighted by elite scoring and all-around play.
![Capital1's Pauline Gaston goes for a kill. [BVR photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/KIMP2433-400x200.jpg)
Pauline Gaston and Roma Mae Doromal made a memorable post-collegiate reunion in the BVR Sipalay Open, reaching the quarterfinals while embracing a new chapter in beach volleyball.
![Jean Asis powers the Highrisers with 17 points, including crucial blocks and aces. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PVL-AFC-26-Galeries-vs.-Capital1-Jean-Asis-2326-400x200.jpg)
Galeries Tower pulled off the All-Filipino Conference’s most remarkable comeback, defeating Capital1 Solar Spikers to stay alive in the PVL Play-In stage.
![Vanie Gandler powers Cignal’s offense with 23 points against Capital1. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PVL-AFC-26-Cignal-vs.-Capital1-Vanie-Gandler-7666-400x200.jpg)
Cignal relied on depth, composure, and multiple scoring options to sweep Capital1 and secure a spot in the PVL All-Filipino Conference qualifying round.
![Grethcel Soltones delivered a pivotal scoring run in the fourth set to secure the win. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PVL-AFC-26-Akari-vs.-Capital1-Grethcel-Soltones-6920-400x200.jpg)
Akari Chargers overcame an opening-set stumble to sweep Capital1 and climb into joint fourth place in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference, powered by Ivy Lacsina’s 19-point performance and Justine Jazareno’s defensive heroics.
![Creamline celebrates after completing a straight-sets win over Capital1. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PVL-AFC-26-Creamline-vs.-Capital1-0204-400x200.jpg)
Creamline leaned on depth and composure to neutralize Bella Belen’s scoring explosion and secure a straight-sets win over Capital1.
![Bella Belen during Capital1’s PVL All-Filipino Conference match at FilOil Playtime Centre. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PVL-AFC-26-Capital1-vs.-Choco-Mucho-Bella-Belen-0327-400x200.jpg)
Bella Belen erupted for a career-high 29 points as Capital1 halted its skid with a composed five-set victory over Choco Mucho in the PVL All-Filipino Conference.
![PLDT players celebrate a point during their PVL matchup with Capital 1 on Thursday, Feb. 12. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PVL-AFC-26-PLDT-vs.-Capital1-0869-400x200.jpg)
PLDT overpowered Capital1 in four sets in the PVL All-Filipino Conference, overcoming Bella Belen’s 28-point explosion with dominant net defense and balanced scoring.
![Lyann de Guzman delivers a clutch hit en route to Best Player of the Game honors. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/PVL-AFC-26-Nxled-vs.-Capital1-Lyann-De-Guzman-5300-400x200.jpg)
Nxled shook off slow starts and powered past Capital1 in straight sets to improve to 2-0 in the PVL All-Filipino Conference at Ynares Center in Montalban.
![Bella Belen leads Capital1 as expectations rise for the Solar Spikers. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/PVL-RC-25-Galeries-vs.-Capital1-Bella-Belen-5921-400x200.jpg)
A chaotic Premier Volleyball League offseason has redrawn the competitive map ahead of the 2026 All-Filipino Conference, with bold rebuilds and aggressive reloads creating the most open title chase in years.