From highly-anticipated returns to shocking departures, the PVL had it all during its one-month break in the 2024-25 All-Filipino Conference.
As the PVL All-Filipino makes its highly-anticipated return from the one-month break, several teams have been busy with player movement over the past few weeks.
With player additions, key departures, and long-awaited comebacks, the league is set for an exciting run this 2025.
Let’s look back at the movements that were made during the break.
Rachel Anne Daquis, Jolina Dela Cruz, and Lorene Toring cleared to play for Farm Fresh
The Foxies came bearing good news to start the year as interim head coach Benson Bocboc said that Rachel Anne Daquis, Jolina Dela Cruz, and Lorene Toring are expected to join the team at some point in January.
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Daquis had come off a long break from volleyball, needing time to get into game shape. Dela Cruz and Toring, meanwhile, overcame a long ACL recovery period.
The trio are expected to greatly improve Farm Fresh’s playoff hopes for the conference.
Ces Molina and Riri Meneses depart Cignal
When one chapter opens, another one closes.
Ces Molina and Riri Meneses have parted ways with the HD Spikers after a three-year stint, according to their talent management agency.
Cignal, however, appears to be considering legal action, stating that Avior Talent Management only notified the team on January 6 about terminating the players' active contract extensions to explore opportunities abroad.
The HD Spikers further disclosed that they had extended formal contract renewal offers as early as October last year, a full month before the 2024-25 All-Filipino Conference began.
Despite this, Molina and Meneses’ representatives reportedly did not respond to any of the team’s communications.
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For now, the two remain listed in the HD Spikers' roster for the All-Filipino Conference.
Risa Sato signs with Chery Tiggo
And with just a few days left before the league resumes, the Crossovers have officially announced the signing of Risa Sato.
The 30-year-old middle blocker from the Creamline Cool Smashers brings a wealth of championship experience to Chery Tiggo, boasting an unmatched 12 titles in her career.
Sato is poised to play a pivotal role in strengthening the Crossovers’ defense under the guidance of former champion coach and her National University mentor, Norman Miguel.
Which of these movements will have the biggest effect on the competition? We’ll find out as the PVL returns on Saturday, January 18 at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig.