Philippines vs Vietnam 28th SEA Games Volleyball Live and Replay on June 13, 2015.
The Philippines got its first taste of international competition in early May when it hosted the AVC women’s U-23 tournament, and in Romasanta’s eyes, the team did better than expected.
“We were bracketed with Kazakhstan and Iran and we were worried we would not win a game,” he recalls. “But they were able to beat Kazakhstan and Iran and won the first set against China.”
To some, winning a lone set might not be cause for celebration, but against the world champions, it’s kind of a big deal, especially when you consider that only two other countries have managed to pull off this feat.
“There are only three countries that have won a set against China, world champions that they are. Thailand, Korea and the Philippines. It got us the admiration of the other teams, including China.”
The Philippines eventually settled for seventh place, which isn’t too bad, and some players caught the eye of scouts from other countries.
“We were bracketed with Kazakhstan and Iran and we were worried we would not win a game,” he recalls. “But they were able to beat Kazakhstan and Iran and won the first set against China.”
To some, winning a lone set might not be cause for celebration, but against the world champions, it’s kind of a big deal, especially when you consider that only two other countries have managed to pull off this feat.
“There are only three countries that have won a set against China, world champions that they are. Thailand, Korea and the Philippines. It got us the admiration of the other teams, including China.”
The Philippines eventually settled for seventh place, which isn’t too bad, and some players caught the eye of scouts from other countries.
Philippines vs Vietnam Live and Replay will be posted here once the event gets underway. Meanwhile, please watch Philippines vs China Quarterfinals - 2015 Asian U23 Women's Volleyball Championship.