Philippine Volleyball Enjoys Massive Fan Turnout
On Sunday, May 5, Philippine volleyball witnessed a remarkable display as thousands of fans flocked to various arenas in Metro Manila to support their favorite teams.
UAAP Dominates Crowd Charts
The UAAP drew the largest crowd, with a total of 24,010 fans attending the FEU-UST men’s volleyball Final Four game and the UST-La Salle women’s Final Four clash at the Mall of Asia Arena. UST emerged victorious in both matches, with the men’s team sweeping the Tamaraws and the women’s team securing a five-set win over the Lady Spikers.
PVL Excitement at Araneta Coliseum
The PVL attracted 17,834 fans to the Araneta Coliseum for the semifinals matches between Creamline-Chery Tiggo and Choco Mucho-Petro Gazz. The league is set for a thrilling sister team finals as Creamline and Choco Mucho advanced to the championship round.
Spikers’ Turf Showcases Star-Studded Matchup
Spikers’ Turf saw 832 fans in attendance for the finals preview between Criss Cross and Cignal, headlined by Marck Espejo and Bryan Bagunas.
NCAA Women’s Finals Rematch
The NCAA finals rematch between CSB and Lyceum drew 200 fans, with the Lady Blazers securing an outright finals berth after a dominant performance.
Overall, a total of 42,876 fans gathered to witness the volleyball action on that Sunday, underscoring the sport’s growing popularity and the importance of local support as it expands on the international stage.
Future of Volleyball in the Philippines
Volleyball is poised to attract even more fans in the upcoming championship series of these leagues. Additionally, the Philippines will host the Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Challenge Cup for Women from May 22 to 29 and the Volleyball Nations League (VNL) from June 18 to 23, bringing world-class volleyball to local shores. The country is also set to host the 2025 FIVB Men’s World Championship, solidifying its position as a key player in the global volleyball scene.