The FIVB Legacy Art Project expanded in Manila with a new mural in San Juan, as the community impact of the Men’s World Championship journey continues to be followed.

A new mural honouring the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship campaign of Alas Pilipinas was unveiled in San Juan City, marking the latest expansion of the FIVB Legacy Art Project. The development will be monitored for how it strengthens community engagement around the sport.

Located in Alley 2 of West Crame, the installation continues the collaboration between the FIVB, the FIVB Volleyball Foundation and artist Maya Carandang, whose MAYA100 initiative brings large-scale sports murals to local neighbourhoods. The artwork was created to highlight the connection between the national team and supporters during the tournament held on home soil.

A mural in San Juan highlights the FIVB Legacy Art Project’s expansion and the recent Men’s World Championship campaign of Alas Pilipinas.

Players Marck Espejo, Kim Malabunga, Josh Ybañez, Joshua Retamar, Leo Ordiales and Rwenzmel Taguibolos attended the unveiling, together with Alas Pilipinas head coach Angiolino Frigoni. Newly elected PNVF President Anthony Liao also joined the event and met members of the community.

The project follows an earlier mural completed in Parañaque, where an outdoor court was transformed into a full-scale painting featuring seven athletes from the Men’s World Championship, including Bryan Bagunas, Tomasz Fornal, Simone Giannelli, Ricardo Lucarelli, Jean Patry, Yuki Ishikawa and Erik Shoji.

In San Juan, the focus shifts directly to Alas Pilipinas and the momentum generated during the tournament. The placement of the mural within a dense residential area provides young players with daily access to a visible volleyball landmark and reinforces the sport’s presence in the community.

The expansion of the FIVB Legacy Art Project reflects the organisation’s aim to deliver long-term benefits for host cities by supporting initiatives that promote volleyball beyond competition arenas. Through the MAYA100 initiative, public artworks continue to contribute to the legacy of hosting the Men’s World Championship in the Philippines.

Latvia wins historic beach volleyball world title

Novara crush Cuneo in the Piedmont derby while Conegliano dominate Perugia 3–0. Tolok and Haak shine as the league’s top teams continue their unstoppable form in Serie A1 volleyball.

Novara claim their fourth consecutive league win by sweeping Cuneo 3–0, while reigning champions Conegliano dominate in Umbria to tighten their grip on the top spot.

Igor Gorgonzola Novara dominate the Piedmont derby

Igor Gorgonzola Novara swept Honda Cuneo Granda Volley 3–0 (25–14, 25–23, 25–14) in the Piedmont derby, marking their fourth straight victory in the Serie A1 championship. Lorenzo Bernardi’s team delivered a performance of power and precision, showing renewed rhythm and consistency.

Novara completely dictated the first set, serving aggressively and finishing efficiently through an inspired Tolok, who scored 8 points in the opening frame. Cuneo reacted in the second, finding rhythm from the service line and even tying the score at 20 after trailing 15–19. But Novara stayed calm in the clutch moments and sealed the set confidently.

The third set was one-sided again, with Novara accelerating early and closing the match with authority. Alsmeier was named MVP, while coach Bernardi praised Tolok, who led the team with 18 points and a 62% attack rate.

Key stats

• Cuneo: Marring 11 pts; 3 team blocks, 3 team aces

• Novara: Tolok 18 pts; 9 team blocks, 4 team aces

Conegliano sweep Perugia and remain top of the table

The Prosecco Doc Imoco Conegliano continued their winning streak, defeating Bartoccini-MC Restauri Perugia 3–0 (25–21, 25–21, 25–17) in under 90 minutes. With this result, the “Panthers” strengthen their lead in the standings, reaching 40 points.

Daniele Santarelli’s side once again showcased their offensive dominance, hitting at 54% efficiency compared to Perugia’s 39%. Haak led the charge with 17 points and earned MVP honors, supported by Sillah (16) and Daalderop (12).

Despite minimizing errors, Perugia—nicknamed the “Black Angels”—failed to capitalize on key chances and suffered their third consecutive loss. Gardini stood out for the home team with 15 points.

Key stats

• Perugia: Gardini 15 pts; 4 team blocks, 1 ace

• Conegliano: Haak 17 pts; 8 team blocks, 3 aces

Standings and outlook

With another commanding victory, Conegliano stay firmly at the top with 40 points, while Novara follow closely after another strong display. Perugia remain 12th on 10 points, and Cuneo will need to regroup after another tough defeat.

Esordio perfetto per Scandicci in Champions League: le toscane travolgono l’Alba Blaj 3-0. Ruddins Mvp e Nwakalor protagonista con 12 punti e 6 muri. Prossima sfida il 3 dicembre contro Le Cannet.

Esordio senza sbavature per la Savino Del Bene Scandicci, che al Palazzetto di Scandicci supera con autorità le rumene dell’Alba Blaj per 3-0 (25-12, 25-21, 25-14), completando così l’en-plein delle squadre italiane nella prima giornata della fase a gironi della Champions League di volley femminile. Dopo i successi di Conegliano, Novara e Milano, anche le toscane iniziano il cammino europeo con una prova solida e convincente.

Dominio fin dall’avvio

Coach Massimo Barbolini Gaspari sceglie di schierare Ruddins nel ruolo di opposta, lasciando inizialmente Antropova in panchina, e concede un turno di riposo al libero Castillo, sostituita da Ribechi. La strategia paga subito: Scandicci parte forte, efficace a muro e precisa in attacco. L’intesa tra Ognjenovic e Ruddins si rivela micidiale, mentre la difesa toscana frena i tentativi dell’ex italiana Vittoria Piani, unica a tenere alto il livello tra le fila romene. Il primo set scorre via rapido, chiuso da una brillante Nwakalor con una combinazione al centro (25-12).

Secondo set più equilibrato, poi Bosetti chiude

L’Alba Blaj prova a reagire nel secondo parziale, mantenendo il punteggio in equilibrio fino al 21-20. Ma un muro di Nwakalor e un errore in attacco di Piani spianano la strada a Scandicci, che con un colpo preciso di Bosetti chiude anche la seconda frazione 25-21.

Terzo set senza storia

Nel terzo set, le toscane accelerano ancora: Gaspari inserisce Franklin, e il vantaggio si dilata rapidamente fino al 10-3. La partita si trasforma in un monologo biancoblù, con Graziani che mette a terra la palla del definitivo 25-14.

Ruddins Mvp e Nwakalor monumentale a muro

La Mvp della serata è Ruddins, autrice di 14 punti, ma spicca anche la prestazione di Nwakalor, dominante a rete con 12 punti e 6 muri. Nel complesso, Scandicci chiude con 15 muri di squadra e 4 ace, contro i soli 2 muri e un ace delle avversarie.

La prossima partita è fissata per il 3 dicembre sul campo francese del Le Cannet, battuto nettamente dal VakifBank Istanbul.

Tabellino

Savino Del Bene Scandicci – Ruddins 14, Nwakalor 12, Bosetti 9, Skinner 8, Weitzel 7, Graziani 5, Ognjenovic 3, Ribechi (L).
Alba Blaj – Piani 16, Duduc 7, Brehme 5, Petric 4, Aronescu 3.