Dream come true for Pinoy spikers

MANILA, Philippines — Dreams do come true.

That was how the neophytes of Alas Pilipinas look at their participation in the FIVB Men’s Volleyball World Championship where they will see action in the sport’s biggest stage beginning on Saturday

“Honestly, this is a dream come true. I couldn’t ask for more. Coming from the province, I just dreamed of making it to Palarong Pambansa, then I played for NU in the UAAP, and now the national team. It just feels like everything’s been falling into place,” said spiker Buds Buddin.

Jade Disquitado, Louie Ramirez, Eco Adajar, Leo Ordiales and Peng Taguibolos have the same sentiment.

“I’m proud that wherever I go, I still carry the NCAA with me. It means a lot to come from there,” said Ramirez, a two-time NCAA MVP while playing for Perpetual Help and a Cignal standout in the Spikers’ Turf.

The Filipinos play the Tunisians Saturday, the Egyptians Sept. 16 and the fearsome Iranians Sept. 18 all at the MOA venue.