Foton joins chase in PVL Invitational

MANILA, Philippines — After a three-year absence from the women’s volley scene, the Foton Tornadoes are ready and eager to explode again.

The Tornadoes, the second team of United Asia Automotive Group Inc. (UAAGI) in the Premier Volleyball League, aim to continue their winning tradition as they join the title chase in the PVL Invitational Conference which unwraps on June 27 at the Filoil EcoOil Center in San Juan City.

Speaking on behalf of the team, Foton team manager Aaron Velez expressed his gratitude to the league for giving UAAGI another platform to showcase the talents from their deep player-pool.

“I believe the management is thrilled and honored to have the opportunity to form and revive Foton in the volleyball scene. The management has always been an advocate for talent development and sports programs,” said Velez, also the head coach of Chery Tiggo.

“Now, it’s time to live up to that commitment.”

Former Crossovers players will banner the Tornadoes’ campaign, including Shaya Adorador, Jasmine Nabor, Seth Rodriguez, May Luna, France Ronquillo, Bingle Landicho, and Jaila Atienza.

The team also tapped Army player Nene Bautista to serve as one of the team’s leaders along with fellow veterans Bern Flora and Carly Hernandez, who are both making their return to the pro ranks.

Completing the roster are young guns Babylove Barbon, Maji Mangulabnan, Mary Rhose Dapol and Sydney Niegos with Brian Esquibel serving as the team’s head coach.