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D'Navigators Iloilo

D'Navigators Iloilo
Head coachBoyet Delmoro[1]
CaptainJohn Michael Apolinario (UE)
LeagueSpikers' Turf
2024 Invitational9th place

D'Navigators Iloilo are a men's professional volleyball team based in Iloilo City. They compete in the Spikers' Turf.

History

Iloilo City-based D' Navigators Iloilo entered the Spikers' Turf,[2] debuting at the 2023 Open Conference.[3] Prior to their participating they won the 2023 Dinagyang Volleyball League.[2]

Current roster

D'Navigators Iloilo
Number Player Position School
1 Rick Adao Libero
2 Kyle Angelo Villamor Outside Hitter
3 Kim Harold Dayandante Setter NU
4 John Wayne Araño Setter
5 Kyle Adrian Ramones Middle Blocker
6 John Michael Apolinario (C) Setter UE
7 Jayvee Sumagaysay Middle Blocker UST
8 Van Tracy Prudenciado Libero
9 Jhonmark Espanso Libero
10 Steven Sta. Maria Opposite Hitter
11 Edward Camposano Outside Hitter NU
12 Jerome Lopez Setter
13 Barbie San Andres Outside Hitter
14 Abdurasad Nursiddik Middle Blocker
15 Bryan James Jaleco Outside Hitter
16 Geffrey Alicando Middle Blocker
18 Madzlan Gampong Opposite Hitter
20 Kent Sabando Outside Hitter
25 Vince Virrey Himzon Middle Blocker
  • Head coach: Boyet Delmoro
  • Assistant coach: Michael Sabitchana

Previous rosters

2024
Open Conference
D'Navigators Iloilo
Number Player Position School
1 Rick Adao Libero
3 Renz Angelo Engay Opposite Hitter UPHSD
4 Jhon Maru Takeda Universal
5 Kim Harold Dayandante Setter NU
6 John Michael Apolinario (C) Setter UE
7 Jayvee Sumagaysay Middle Blocker UST
8 Mark Anthony Chumbingco Universal
11 Paolo Gabriel Doronila Outside Hitter
12 Francis Philip Saura Opposite Hitter NU
13 Edward Camposano Outside Hitter NU
14 Abdurasad Nursiddik Middle Blocker
15 Justine Santos Middle Blocker
16 Deanne Neil De Pedro Outside Hitter
18 Kent Sabando Outside Hitter
20 Arvin Christian Estomata Outside Hitter
21 Aldre Mori Ferrer Setter
23 Esmail Kasim Outside Hitter
  • Head coach: Boyet Delmoro
  • Assistant coach: Clint Malazo

2023
Invitational Conference
D'Navigators Iloilo
Number Player Position School
1 Rick Adao Libero
2 Kyle Angelo Villamor
3 Renz Angelo Engay Opposite Hitter UPHSD
4 Jerome Michael Cordez Outside Hitter
5 Deanne Neil De Pedro Outside Hitter
6 John Michael Apolinario (C) Setter UE
9 Giles Jeffer Torres Middle Blocker UE
12 Kent Sabando Outside Hitter
13 Mfena Gwaza Middle Blocker PCU
14 Abdurasad Nursiddik Middle Blocker
15 Vince Lorenzo Libero FEU
18 Madz Gampong Opposite Hitter NU
21 Aldre Ferrer Outside Hitter SSC-R
22 Johnmark Espanso Libero
Open Conference
D'Navigators Iloilo
Number Player Position School
1 Rick Adao Libero
2 Deanne Neil De Pedro Outside Hitter
3 Renz Angelo Engay Opposite Hitter UPHSD
4 Jerome Michael Cordez (C) Outside Hitter
5 Marc Joel De Castillo Setter
6 John Michael Apolinario Setter UE
8 John Wayne Arano Setter Letran
9 Johnmark Espanso Libero
13 Mfena Gwaza Middle Blocker PCU
14 Abdurasad Nursiddik Middle Blocker
15 Chard Bin Jan Pon-an Middle Blocker
16 John Derrick Bautista Outside Hitter Letran
21 Jadealex Disquitado Outside Hitter NU
23 Paul Bryan Malaiba Universal DLSU-Dasma

Honors

Team

Spikers' Turf:

Season Conference Title Source
2023 Open 4th place [4]
Invitational 14th place [5]
2024 Open 4th place [6]
Invitational 9th place [7]

PNVF:

Year Tournament Title Source
2023 PNVF Challenge Cup 7th place
2024 PNVF Champions League Runners-up [8]

Individual

Spikers' Turf:

Season Conference Award Name Source
2023 Open 1st Best Outside Spiker Jade Alex Disquitado [9]
2nd Best Middle Blocker Mfena Gwaza
Best Setter John Michael Apolinario
2024 Open Best Opposite Spiker Francis Saura [10]
2nd Best Middle Blocker Abdurasad Nursiddik

PNVF:

Season Award Name Source
2024 2nd Best Outside Spiker Barbie San Andres [11]
1st Best Middle Blocker Jayvee Sumagaysay

Team captains

  • Philippines Jerome Cordez (2023)
  • Philippines John Michael Apolinario (2023–present)

Coaches

  • Philippines Kenneth Panes (2023)
  • Philippines Boyet Delmoro (2023–present)

References

  1. ^ "D'Navigators head coach looks to inspire next gen of Ilonggo spikers". Spikers' Turf. 31 January 2023. Retrieved 5 February 2023.
  2. ^ a b Co, Adrian Stewart (19 January 2023). "Iloilo's D'Navigators to play in Spikers' Turf Men's Volley". Panay News. Retrieved 26 January 2023.
  3. ^ Agcaoili, Lance (25 January 2023). "Iloilo blanks Air Force in Spikers' Turf debut". Philippine Daily Inquirer. Retrieved 26 January 2023.
  4. ^ Mallari, Gab (March 13, 2024). "Imus plays almost-flawless game to stifle Iloilo's hopes for bronze medal". One Sports. Archived from the original on March 13, 2024. Retrieved March 13, 2024.
  5. ^ Valencia, Justin (November 19, 2023). "Spikers Turf: Iloilo takes advantage of undermanned Ateneo, ends campaign on a high". Tiebreaker Times. Retrieved November 5, 2024.
  6. ^ "Cignal defends Open title with convincing sweep of Criss Cross". Spikers' Turf. May 10, 2024. Archived from the original on May 10, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  7. ^ "D'Navigators end season on high note, defeat Martelli Meats". Spikers' Turf. December 1, 2024. Archived from the original on December 1, 2024. Retrieved December 1, 2024.
  8. ^ Bautista, Ohmer (February 17, 2023). "Cignal HD Spikers top D'Navigators Iloilo, complete PNVF sweep". One Sports. Archived from the original on February 17, 2024. Retrieved February 17, 2023.
  9. ^ Agcaoili, Lance (March 31, 2023). "Cotabato's Jau Umandal claims Spikers' Turf MVP plum". INQUIRER.net. Retrieved April 7, 2023.
  10. ^ Valencia, Justin (May 10, 2024). "Jude Garcia shines brightest as Spikers' Turf MVP". Tiebreaker Times. Archived from the original on May 10, 2024. Retrieved May 10, 2024.
  11. ^ Bautista, Ohmer (February 17, 2024). "Cignal's Jau Umandal cops PNVF Champions League MVP award". One Sports. Archived from the original on February 17, 2024. Retrieved February 17, 2024.