Alas girls preps to go high octane for Chile 2026 FIVB U17 Worlds

Title Alas Girls Preparing for a High-Octane Chile 2026 FIVB U17 Worlds

The Alas Pilipinas Under-16 girls' volleyball team has just seven months to prepare for the highly anticipated 2026 FIVB Volleyball Girls' U17 World Championship in Chile. With possible overseas training and an expanded player pool, this young team is gearing up for a thrilling experience that will test their endurance, skill, and teamwork.

Preparation and Goals

Building on their historic achievement of qualifying for the world championship without needing an automatic berth from hosting, Coach Edwin Leyva is determined to make the most of the seven-month preparation period. The goal is to expand the training pool, add new players, and fine-tune the team's skills through a combination of domestic and overseas training camps. With support from the Philippine National Volleyball Federation and the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC), the Alas girls are well-positioned to take their training to the next level.

Looking Ahead

The 2026 FIVB U17 Worlds will be a major test of the team's abilities, with defending champion China already qualified alongside other strong teams like South Korea, Chinese Taipei, and Japan. To make an impact in Chile, the Alas girls know they need to bring their A-game and be prepared to face stiff competition.

Player Profiles

Standout performer Xyz Rayco, the 14-year-old team captain, was a key player in the AVC Asian Women's U16 Volleyball Championship. Her impressive statistics – 112 points from 92 kills, 14 blocks, and six aces – earned her a top five scorer spot. Nadeth Herbon is another team member eager to build on their success.

Training and Strategies

Coach Leyva plans to incorporate new training methods and strategies to improve the team's performance. This includes overseas camps where they can learn from experienced coaches from Japan, South Korea, or Chinese Taipei, adopting systems used by top teams in the process. The goal is to strengthen the lineup, maintain unity and camaraderie, and make adjustments as needed.

Conclusion

The Alas girls' historic achievement in qualifying for the 2026 FIVB U17 Worlds without needing an automatic berth from hosting marks a significant milestone in Philippine volleyball history. With seven months of preparation ahead, this young team is poised to take on the best teams in the world and make their mark. As Coach Leyva says, The best is yet to come for these girls.

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