THE V-League, the country’s first-ever amateur volleyball league formed in 2004, is expanding its reach with the introduction of V-League Visayas.
With this expansion, volleyball fans in the Visayas region will witness high-level competition featuring some of the best collegiate teams.
Leading the charge is reigning CESAFI champion University of San Carlos and runner-up University of Southern Philippines Foundation Inc.
Joining them in this inaugural tournament are University of Cebu, University of San Jose-Recoletos, the University of the Philippines Cebu, and Cebu Institute of Technology-University.
For Sports Vision Management Group Inc. president Ricky Palou, the expansion was a long-overdue move to bolster the sport in the region.
“Many of the country’s top volleyball stars have come from Cebu, and it’s about time we help grow the game even further in the Visayas. With V-League Visayas, we are providing another platform to support the CESAFI tournaments and give players more opportunities to shine,” said Palou.
The V-League’s expansion into Visayas is more than just an additional tournament, it’s a testament to the region’s role in shaping national volleyball talent.
“The Visayas has been a powerhouse in the volleyball national program. The dedication and hard work of our coaches and players in this region have been our foundation. It’s about time that we give them the platform to showcase the best talents,” said V-League Visayas commissioner Ken Ucang.
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