A turning point for PH men's volleyball
Tempo
|September 18, 2025
It may have been just one win in the pool stage of the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men's World Championship, but for Alas Pilipinas, it was a giant leap forward for Philippine volleyball.
The Filipino spikers proved they have what it takes to compete against the best in the planet after shocking African champion Egypt, 29-27, 23-25, 25-21, 25-21, last Tuesday, Sept. 16, before the energetic crowd at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City.
It was a historic first victory for the Nationals on the world stage and signaled the dawn of a new era for the men's sport in the country that has been overshadowed by the popularity of its female counterpart.
"Meron po talagang ibubuga ang Pilipinas," said Marck Espejo.
This story is from the September 18, 2025 edition of Tempo.
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