Cebu volleyball gets majorboost with V-League Visayas

CEBU, Philippines — Through this ground-breaking expansion, fans in the Visayas region will witness high-level competition featuring some of the best collegiate teams.

Reigning Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. champions University of San Carlos (USC) Lady Warriors lead the charge together with the University of Southern Philippines Foundation Inc. (USPF) Lady Panthers, the first runner-up in last year’s CESAFI season.

Joining them in this inaugural tournament are the University of Cebu (UC), University of San Jose-Recoletos (USJ-R), University of the Philippines Cebu (UP Cebu), and Cebu Institute of Technology-University (CIT-U).

Sports Vision Management Group Inc. president Richard Palou said 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.

More than just an additional tournament, it’s a testament to the region’s role in shaping national talents.

“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.

More details, including schedules and official matchups, will be announced in the coming weeks.