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Speed Hitters Alleiah Malaluan and Joan Monares pay a courtesy call to Naga
City Mayor Leni Robredo at the Peñafrancia Festival
Fresh
from their Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Invitational Conference 2026 bronze
finish, PLDT High Speed Hitters outside hitters Alleiah Malaluan and
Joan Monares recently brought their energy to Naga City as they joined the
celebration of this year’s Peñafrancia Festival.
The
annual celebration drew around 1.2 million devotees to Camarines Sur in a
vibrant display of faith, culture, and Bicolano pride. For Malaluan and
Monares, the festivities came on the heels of a grueling conference where PLDT
powered their way to a milestone bronze finish. This is the team’s second
podium finish in the league’s flagship conference, following their gold last
year.
Malaluan
and Monares traded hard hits and high-pressure rallies for the warmth of Naga,
taking the opportunity to recharge, soak in the festivities, and connect with
the fans who continue to rally behind the team.
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Speed Hitters’ Alleiah Malaluan and Joan Monares join the vibrant celebrations
at the Peñafrancia Festival in Naga City following their PVL bronze medal win
Highlighting
the athletes’ visit was a courtesy call with Naga City Mayor Leni Robredo
and local government officials, alongside meet-and-greet sessions that brought
them up close and personal with the passionate local sports community.
For
former De La Salle University Lady Spiker Malaluan, the Bicol getaway provided
an emotional and spiritual reset before heading on to the next tournament.
"After
such an intense Invitational Conference, our visit in Naga City became such a
special breather for us," shared Malaluan. "Feeling the love of the
Nagueño fans at Peñafrancia reminded us why we play the game. Seeing everyone
united in celebration gives us a whole new wave of energy as we reset and get
ready to fight even harder in the next conference."
Monares,
who just won her first medal as a professional player following her stint as
captain of the University of the Philippines Fighting Maroons, also reflected
on experiencing the festival spirit.
"The
energy in Naga was amazing – it was so full of life!" Monares said.
"Connecting with the community during Peñafrancia was an incredible
experience. Off the court, downtime with the team and connecting with fans who
support us from afar is what keeps us grounded."
Performers fill the streets during the
annual Peñafrancia Festival celebration in Camarines Sur
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