Senate Committee on Sports Chairman Senator Christopher “Bong” Go honored the Philippines men’s and women’s National volleyball teams known as Alas Pilipinas on Monday, Sept. 9, through co-sponsored resolutions for their remarkable achievements in recent international competitions.

These resolutions, primarily authored and sponsored by Senators Pia and Alan Peter Cayetano, celebrated the teams’ accomplishments, which have brought pride and inspiration to the nation.

As part of his ongoing support for Filipino athletes, Go, through his partnership with the Philippine Sports Commission, had previously extended financial support of P200,000 to each player and coach of the women’s team following their bronze medal win at the Asian Volleyball Challenge Cup held at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum in Manila.

Their podium finish, the first in this tournament, was further complemented by another bronze medal at the 2024 Women’s Southeast Asian Volleyball League. These milestones garnered well-deserved recognition in the Senate.

“Reflecting on the women’s triumphs, Go shared his personal elation: "Ibang klaseng galak at tuwa ang aking naramdaman nang sila ay manalo," Go said, expressing the joy he felt as a sports enthusiast, a senator, and an athlete himself.

Meanwhile, the Philippine Men’s National Volleyball Team achieved back-to-back bronze medals in the 2024 Southeast Asian Volleyball League. Go praised the team for their unwavering perseverance, noting the significance of their achievements on the international stage.

"Tunay niyo pong ipinakita ang angking galing ng mga Pilipino sa international stage. You may not have walked away with a gold medal, but you have achieved something extraordinary. And in doing so, you have inspired millions of Filipinos," he said.