They only had two weeks to train together, but Jia de Guzman helped Alas Pilipinas reach the podium for the first time in the AVC Challenge Cup.
Alas Pilipinas made history as they sweep Australia en route to the AVC Challenge Cup bronze medal, 25-23, 25-15, 25-7, on Wednesday.
It was the second time the Filipinas beat the Australians in the tournament, paving the way for the Philippines' first podium finish in the AVC Challenge Cup.
Captain and setter Jia de Guzman was hailed Player of the Game.