Jema Galanza
Jema Galanza is a celebrated Filipina volleyball player known for her strong offensive skills and clutch performances both in collegiate and professional leagues. She began her career with Adamson University, where she captained the Lady Falcons in UAAP Season 80 and led them to memorable victories. Galanza then became a key star for the Creamline Cool Smashers in the Premier Volleyball League, helping them win multiple championships and earning several individual honors, including multiple Best Spiker awards and the coveted Finals MVP in 2024. Her performances in international tournaments, such as the Southeast Asian Games and Asian Women’s Volleyball Cup, highlighted her as a top outside spiker. Galanza’s leadership, resilience, and scoring ability have made her a beloved icon in Philippine volleyball.
Kim Fajardo
Kim Fajardo is a highly skilled Filipino volleyball player best known for her role as a setter. She began her volleyball journey in Grade 2 and was a member of the UST Junior Golden Tigresses in high school before transferring to De La Salle University, where she became a standout player. Fajardo helped lead the Lady Spikers to three UAAP indoor volleyball championships and one beach volleyball title. She earned several individual awards, including multiple Best Setter honors and MVP in beach volleyball. After graduating with a degree in Sports Management, she continued to excel professionally, winning multiple championships and Best Setter awards with the F2 Logistics Cargo Movers. Known for her leadership, precision setting, and resilience, Kim remains one of the top volleyball players in the Philippines.
Mika Reyes
Mika Reyes is a prominent Filipino volleyball player renowned for her skills as a middle blocker. She started her volleyball journey early and gained recognition for her exceptional blocking, attacking, and leadership qualities. Reyes played for the De La Salle University Lady Spikers, helping them secure multiple UAAP championships. She later joined top professional teams like F2 Logistics and Petron Blaze Spikers, earning numerous titles, medals, and individual awards such as Best Blocker and Best Middle Blocker in various tournaments, including the Philippine Super Liga and the Premier Volleyball League. Her dedication, versatility, and consistent performance have made her one of the leading figures in Philippine volleyball. Mika is also known for her influence as a role model and her contributions to the national team, inspiring many young athletes.
Aby Maraño
Aby Maraño is a highly respected Filipino volleyball player known for her leadership, resilience, and skill as a middle blocker. She played for the De La Salle University Lady Spikers, where she won two UAAP Most Valuable Player awards and served as team captain. Maraño began her professional career in the Philippine Super Liga (PSL), being the second overall pick in 2014, and played for top clubs like AirAsia Flying Spikers, Petron Blaze Spikers, and F2 Logistics Cargo Movers. She led F2 Logistics to the 2017 PSL Grand Prix championship and served as captain for the Philippine women’s national volleyball team from 2018 until her retirement from the national team in 2023. Aby is known for her powerful blocks, leadership on and off the court, and contribution to elevating Philippine volleyball.
Marck Espejo
Marck Espejo is widely regarded as one of the greatest Filipino volleyball players of his generation. He played for Ateneo de Manila University, where he dominated collegiate volleyball, winning five consecutives UAAP Most Valuable Player awards and leading the Blue Eagles to three straight championships. Known for his scoring ability, Espejo made history by scoring 55 points in a single UAAP game, one of the highest in Asian volleyball. Besides his collegiate success, he has excelled professionally with teams such as Cignal HD Spikers, winning multiple domestic titles. Espejo also made history as the first Filipino volleyball player to play as an import in Japan’s top-tier V.League. A capable outside hitter and leader, he has been crucial in raising the profile of volleyball in the Philippines and inspiring many young athletes.
Jaja Santiago
Jaja Santiago is one of the most prominent Filipina volleyball players known for her height, skill, and leadership. Standing 6 feet 5 inches, she made history as the tallest and youngest player to compete in the Shakey’s V-League. Santiago played collegiate volleyball with the National University Lady Bulldogs, where she earned MVP and Best Middle Blocker awards, demonstrating her dominance despite not winning a UAAP championship. She began her professional career with Foton Tornadoes, achieving multiple individual and team honors. Internationally, she made a significant impact by playing in Japan’s V.League with Ageo Medics, becoming the first Filipino to win a medal in the league. Santiago is celebrated for her powerful spikes, strong blocks, and inspiring journey representing the Philippines at various international tournaments.
Dawn Macandili-Catindig
Dawn Macandili-Catindig is a Filipino volleyball libero renowned for her exceptional defensive skills and energy on the court. Known as “Miss Everywhere,” she played for De La Salle University, earning multiple Best Libero and Best Receiver awards, and helped the Lady Spikers secure three consecutive UAAP championships. Macandili made history as the first libero in the Philippines to win a Most Valuable Player award during the 2016 Philippine Super Liga All-Filipino Conference. She has represented the Philippine national team in international competitions including the Asian Women’s Volleyball Championship and Southeast Asian Games, earning accolades like 2nd Best Libero. Currently playing for Cignal HD Spikers in the Premier Volleyball League, Dawn is admired for her relentless hustle, leadership, and role as an inspiration in Philippine volleyball.
Jia Morado-De Guzman
Jia Morado-De Guzman is a highly acclaimed Filipino volleyball setter, known for her excellent playmaking skills and leadership. She played for the Ateneo Lady Eagles, serving as team captain during UAAP Season 79, and helped lead her team to multiple championships. Morado began gaining recognition early, winning Best Setter at the 2012 Palarong Pambansa and representing the Philippines in the 2015 Asian U23 Championship and Southeast Asian Games. Transitioning to professional volleyball, she joined the Creamline Cool Smashers, winning multiple PVL titles and earning numerous Best Setter and Finals MVP awards. In 2023, she became the first Filipina setter to play in Japan’s V.League, helping her team win the V.Cup championship. In 2024, she captained the Philippine national team and was named Best Setter at the 2025 AVC Nations Cup, solidifying her status as one of the country’s top volleyball stars.
Rachel Anne Daquis
Rachel Anne Daquis is one of the most celebrated Filipino volleyball players known for her dynamic playing style and leadership. She started her volleyball career in high school and played for Far Eastern University (FEU) Lady Tamaraws, leading them to the 2008 UAAP volleyball championship. Daquis played as a guest for Ateneo Lady Eagles and helped the team finish as runner-up in the Shakey’s V-League Season 10. She has been part of various top clubs, including Philippine Army Lady Troopers, Petron Blaze Spikers, and Cignal HD Spikers. Daquis has won numerous individual awards such as Best Server and Finals MVP, and she has represented the Philippines in international tournaments like the Southeast Asian Games and FIVB World Club Championship. Known for her powerful spikes and charismatic presence, she is widely regarded as a volleyball icon in the Philippines.
Alyssa Valdez
Alyssa Valdez is one of the most iconic Filipino volleyball players, often called “The Phenom” and “Queen Eagle” for her exceptional skills and impact on the sport. She rose to prominence as the team captain of the Ateneo Lady Eagles, leading them to back-to-back UAAP championships in Seasons 76 and 77. Valdez was awarded multiple MVP titles, including season MVP and Finals MVP, and set a record for the most points scored in a UAAP game with 35 markers. She also broke the scoring record in the Shakey’s V-League with 342 points in a season. Beyond collegiate success, she represented the Philippines internationally and played professionally overseas. Valdez is celebrated for revitalizing volleyball’s popularity in the country and inspiring the next generation of players.