PH Opens AVC U18 Campaign With Gritty Win Over Iran in World Championship Chase
![Xyz Ellen Rayco led the Filipinas with a match-high 19 points. [AVC pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Untitled-design224-400x200.png)
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.
![Unbeaten runs continue as Kazakhstan and Vietnam secure semifinal spots in commanding fashion at Candon City Arena. [AVCWCC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Untitled-design99-400x200.png)