The Alas Pilipinas National Men’s and Women’s Teams athletes visited the Senate on Monday for a courtesy call to acknowledge Senator Alan Peter and Pia Cayetanos’ significant role in promoting and supporting volleyball in the Philippines.

The Cayetanos have been instrumental in bringing international tournaments to the country. After hosting the semifinals leg of the Men’s Volleyball Nations League (VNL) in June this year, the Philippines is set to single-host the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship in September next year, drawing volleyball enthusiasts from around the world. 

“I really mean this from the bottom of my heart, you inspire us,”  Senator Alan told the athletes during a private banquet in the Senate on September 9, 2024.

“(Philippine National Volleyball Federation President Ramon) Sir Tats (Suzara) and to all the officers, it’s really a privilege for Ate (Senator Pia) and I to share in your victories. Pero sana alam niyo na nakaka-inspire kayo. Keep pushing us,” he added.

During the plenary session on the same day, the Senate recognized the Alas Pilipinas volleyball teams’ remarkable back-to-back victories in international competitions.

The 24 athletes from both teams were hailed through Senate Resolutions Nos. 1182 and 1183 introduced by the Cayetanos.

The resolution lauded the teams for their outstanding performances and consecutive bronze medal wins at the 2024 Men’s Southeast Asian Volleyball League, 2024 Asian Volleyball Confederation (AVC) Challenge Cup, and 2024 Women’s Southeast Asian Volleyball League.