FROM one former UAAP best setter to another, Lams Lamina is looking forward to learn from one of the sport’s best playmakers in Jia de Guzman.
Lamina is among the Lady Bulldogs included in the 33-woman Alas Pilipinas wishlist of the Philippine National Volleyball Federation, joining Bella Belen, Alyssa Solomon, Vange Alinsug and Arah Panique.
“Nagulat ako. ‘Di ko inexpect na magiging part ako ng wishlist, pero siguro, nakitaan nila ako ng potential,” Lamina told reporters.
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“Excited ako (to work with ate Jia) dahil may matututunan talaga ako (and kahit sa) ibang setters, so grateful ako.”
For Alas mainstay Solomon, to be with four National U teammates in the national team is a testament to the school’s volleyball program that puts a premium on development.
“Since high school, pinukpok na kami to compete sa mataas na liga. So macha-challenge pa kami ngayong nasa seniors na kami,” said Solomon.
“Super happy ako na nandun sila, nandun yung core so mas macha-challenge pa kaming lahat. Ipaglalaban talaga namin yung positions namin (sa national team).”
Solomon’s advice to prospective Alas debutants Alinsug and Lamina?
“Bigay niyo lang yung best niyo palagi once na pinasok kayo.”
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