Veteran Paat-Rezanova, young standout Bartolome round out PH roster for Formosa Invitational

5 days ago

Strong Group Pilipinas has found the final pieces of its roster for the 2026 Formosa Women's Volleyball Invitational Tournament, tapping veteran scorer Mylene Paat-Rezanova and rising middle blocker Cam Bartolome to complete the Philippine delegation bound for Taiwan.

The July 30 to August 2 competition will mark the international debut of the Strong Group Pilipinas squad, which brings together players from Premier Volleyball League teams Farm Fresh and ZUS Coffee to battle elite club teams and national selections from around Asia.

Paat-Rezanova headlines the final additions, bringing years of experience and proven scoring ability. The 32-year-old opposite hitter, a former PVL Reinforced Conference MVP in 2022, joined Farm Fresh this season and is expected to anchor the team's attack while providing steady veteran leadership.

Joining her is 19-year-old Bartolome, the youngest player on the roster and one of the country's brightest young prospects.

Fresh off a stellar NCAA Season 101 with the College of Saint Benilde, Bartolome claimed both Rookie of the Year and Freshman of the Year honors, cementing her status as one of the league's top middle blockers.

Their inclusion gives Strong Group Pilipinas a balanced roster that pairs seasoned veterans with emerging stars as the team prepares for its first test on the international stage.

The squad will be led by reigning PVL MVP Trisha Tubu together with Farm Fresh teammates Roselyn Doria-Aquino, Maicah Larroza, Ces Molina, Louie Romero, and Jonna Perdido. They will be joined by ZUS Coffee standouts Chinnie Arroyo, AC Miner, Clo Mondoñedo, Riza Nogales, Alyssa Eroa, and Zamantha Nolasco.

Farm Fresh head coach Koji Tsuzurabara will steer the team, with Jerry Yee, Kungfu Reyes, and Shaq Delos Santos serving as his assistants.