Volleyball Star Jia De Guzman To Shine In Japanese V. League With Denso Airybees
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Jia De Guzman, the setter celebrated for her career with Creamline, is about to make her debut in the Japanese V. League Division 1, wearing the jersey of Denso Airybees.
The announcement was unveiled on September 7, 2023, on the team's Instagram page.
De Guzman conveyed her enthusiasm for her upcoming journey, stating, "I am looking forward to contributing to the Denso Airybees. Alongside the coaches, staff, and my teammates, we will do our best to train, fight, and win this season!"
Joining Denso Airybees, De Guzman will share playmaking duties with players such as Ayane Furuichi and Yuka Yamaguchi, setting the stage for a season. After finishing the 2022-23 season in sixth place, the Airybees aim to improve with the addition of De Guzman.
A pivotal moment awaits on October 28th when De Guzman is scheduled to make her V. League debut against the defending champions, NEC Red Rockets. This matchup promises to test her skills as she faces formidable opponents.
The real spectacle is set for November 4th when Denso Airybees clash with JT Marvelous. This game marks the first meeting between Jia De Guzman and her compatriot, Jaja Santiago, who recently transferred to JT Marvelous.