INANUNSIYO ng Strong Group Athletics (SGA) ang kanilang pagpasok sa Premier Volleyball League (PVL) bilang ika-11 koponan ng liga.
Kukunin ng SGA ang prangkisa ng Gerflor at “sister team” sila ng Farm Fresh Foxies.
Nagpasalamat si PVL President Richard Palou kay SGA owner Frank Lao sa malaking kontribusyon nito sa liga.
“We are truly thankful to Frank Lao and Strong Group Athletics for not only helping pay the salaries of the Gerflor Defenders last year but also for taking the bold step of starting a second team in the PVL. This shows their strong commitment to the development and success of volleyball in the Philippines,” ani Palou.
Binigyang-diin ni Lao ang logical decision na magkaroon ng pangalawang koponan sa PVL, at sinabing, “Putting up a second team in the Premier Volleyball League is a no-brainer for us. The PVL has been a consistent source of entertainment for fans of all ages, and we are excited to contribute to the league in whatever way we can.
“Having a second team will lead to more opportunities for Filipino volleyball players and coaches. We believe in the potential of our athletes, and by providing additional platforms for them to showcase their talents, we are contributing to the growth of volleyball in the country,” dagdag pa niya.
Bukod sa PVL, ang Strong Group Athletics ay sumusuporta rin sa women’s volleyball teams sa University of the East, University of the Philippines, College of Saint Benilde, at Colegio de San Juan de Letran.
