Alyssa Valdez (Volleyball)

Alyssa Valdez is one of the most celebrated volleyball players in the Philippines. Known for her powerful attacks, leadership, and competitive spirit, she helped make women’s volleyball more popular across the country and inspired a new generation of Filipino athletes.

Birthplace: San Juan, Batangas, Philippines

Birth Date: June 29, 1993

Field: Volleyball

Star player for the Ateneo Lady Eagles during her collegiate career

Won multiple UAAP Most Valuable Player awards

Led Ateneo to back-to-back UAAP women’s volleyball championships

Represented the Philippines in international volleyball competitions

Became one of the most recognizable and influential volleyball players in the Philippines

Alyssa Valdez helped bring women’s volleyball into the national spotlight. Her talent, leadership, and popularity have inspired young Filipinos, especially girls, to play volleyball and pursue their goals in sports.