26/06/2026
The FIVB-appointed Ad-Hoc Committee has unveiled a comprehensive reform roadmap for the Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF), outlining the critical steps needed to lift its suspension and strengthen the future of Philippine volleyball.
Following consultations with the POC, PSC, PVL, coaches, and athletes, the FIVB identified key priorities centered on transparency, athlete welfare, and sustainable growth.
The PNVF is expected to:
• Honor its 7-year partnership agreement with the PSC, including the Volleyball Empowerment Program.• Settle all unpaid salaries of national team coaches and ensure timely compensation moving forward.• Align the PVL with the National League calendar by 2027 and guarantee player availability for national team duties.• Strengthen governance by implementing a conflict-of-interest The FIVB-appointed Ad-Hoc Committee has officially laid out the roadmap for the 🇵🇭 Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) to lift its suspension and build a sustainable future for the sport!
Following extensive consultations with the POC, PSC, PVL, athletes, and coaches, the FIVB has outlined an 8-point pathway focusing on governance, athlete welfare, and long-term development.
Here is what the PNVF must accomplish:
PSC Collaboration: Sign a written commitment to honor the 7-year PSC Agreement for event organization and the Volleyball Empowerment program.
Coach Compensation: Immediately pay all outstanding salaries to coaches and commit to on-time payments moving forward.
PVL Alignment: Move the PVL into the National League season by 2027, sync with the FIVB calendar, and mandate player releases for national team duties.
Governance: Create a strict conflict-of-interest policy within 3 months and complete an FIVB-defined good governance training program within 6 months.
Long-Term Blueprint: Develop an FIVB-approved, long-term roadmap for the national team, complete with proper infrastructure and budgeting.
Athlete Voice: Establish an Athletes’ Commission within 6 months and amend by-laws to include an athlete representative on the PNVF Board.
Grassroots Expansion: Launch a regional league within 6 months to discover talent outside Metro Manila and create a sustainable pathway to the national team.
Moving forward, the FIVB and POC will form a Transition Committee to oversee PNVF operations during the suspension and ensure strict compliance with these vital reforms.
and completing FIVB governance training.• Develop a long-term, FIVB-approved strategic plan for the national team with proper funding and infrastructure.• Establish an Athletes' Commission and provide athletes with representation on the PNVF Board.• Expand grassroots volleyball through regional leagues to identify and develop talent nationwide.
To oversee these reforms, the FIVB and the POC will establish a Transition Committee that will monitor compliance and guide the federation toward a stronger, more accountable future.
A new chapter begins for Philippine volleyball—one built on integrity, unity, and long-term development.
