MANILA, Philippines – At the 2025 AVC Women’s Club Volleyball Championship, the Petro Gazz Angels will take on a fresh challenge after their successful 2024–25 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference campaign. The Angels have added American outside hitter Gia Day to bolster their team for the coveted competition as they represent the Philippines on the continental scene.

The 6-foot-2 outside hitter Gia Day offers a plethora of experience from playing in several international professional volleyball leagues. South Korea, Italy, France, Indonesia, Puerto Rico, and the United States are just a few of the nations where she has performed. She has remained competitive during her most recent tenure with Athletes Unlimited and League One Volleyball (LOVB) in the United States. Day is a great asset to any team because of her reputation for athleticism, astute attacking choices, and reliable all-around play. Her inclusion meets Petro Gazz’s tactical requirements as well as the depth needed to contend in a top competition such as the AVC Champions League.

Day’s hiring coincides with the Angels’ temporary departure of two important players, MJ Phillips and Brooke Van Sickle. Due to their present obligations to USA Volleyball, neither player is able to participate in this international competition. The team maintains its optimism in spite of these absences. The coaching staff thinks that Day will help close the scoring deficit left by Van Sickle and Phillips and give the club a strong international flair. It is anticipated that her seasoned presence will lead both on and off the court and improve the caliber of play among her teammates.

In the AVC competition, Petro Gazz has been assigned to Pool B, where they will play Hong Kong’s Hip Hing and Taiwan’s Kaohsiung Taipower. With the help of local supporters, the Angels will have the advantage of playing in familiar surroundings at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig City. The team’s campaign is anticipated to begin on Monday against Taipower and conclude on Tuesday with a pivotal matchup against Hip Hing. Making it to the tournament’s later stages will depend on your performance in the pool stage.

Top teams from all over Asia compete in the AVC Women’s Club Volleyball Championship, which gives home champions a chance to see how strong they are against top players. For Petro Gazz, this is a chance to compete as well as to further establish themselves as one of the best clubs in the Philippines. The squad can develop its younger players, get international exposure, and learn from the intense pressure of competing against Asia’s best by taking part in this competition.

Despite the absence of a few regulars, the Angels’ lineup for the tournament is still strong. Day is joined by a core group of seasoned players, including Aiza Maizo-Pontillas, Jonah Sabete, and Myla Pablo. These sportsmen have contributed significantly to the team’s success in the local league and offer a plethora of expertise. It is anticipated that their experience with high-stakes matches will help the AVC campaign.

While Marian Buitre and Ranya Musa, two other middle blockers, provide depth and quickness in the middle, team captain Remy Palma remains the defensive anchor at the net. The team’s attacking plans must be carried out by setters Djanel Cheng and Chie Saet, who must maintain a seamless connection with Day and the other hitters. Liberos Jellie Tempiatura and Baby Love Barbon are anticipated to strengthen the team’s passing and floor defense in the backcourt.

The team’s winning chemistry and close camaraderie, which were recently demonstrated during their PVL title run, will be put to the test in the more difficult and diversified international competition. Petro Gazz is confident, though. In addition to representing the Philippines, the squad hopes to advance far in the competition and win the respect of Asia’s top volleyball teams.

Gia Day’s arrival demonstrates Petro Gazz’s dedication to developing and adjusting to the challenges of international volleyball. Her arrival is a declaration that the squad is committed to leaving its mark on the Asian scene, not just a tactical reinforcement. The Angels are prepared to soar in the AVC Women’s Club Volleyball Championship and proudly represent the Philippines thanks to a strong lineup, excellent practice, and home-court advantage.