VNS Volleyball Club
- Leagues Played
- Philippines Spikers Turf 49 PNVF Champions League 8 Matches 2 Philippines PVL 1
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Wikipedia - VNS V.C.
The VNS Volleyball Club Griffins (originally, the Volleyball Never Stops Volleyball Club) are a professional men's volleyball team in the Philippines playing the Spikers' Turf. It previously played under various sponsorships.
History
Volleyball Never Stops or VNS was established in 2013 by a group of team captains who played volleyball either at the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) or the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) as a means to be still able to play competitive volleyball even after they graduated from college. They often took part in exhibition games and various minor tournaments and were joined in by other UAAP and NCAA graduates.
In 2016, they were invited to take part in the semi-professional men's volleyball league, Spikers' Turf. They played under the name of their sponsor Bounty Fresh in their debut at the 2016 Open Conference. For the season-ending 2016 Reinforced Conference, they under the banner of another sponsor as the 100 Plus Active Spikers. In 2017, they joined the Premier Volleyball League, and took part as the Café Lupe Sunrisers for the whole 2017 season.
They would return to the Spiker's Turf in 2018 as the Fury Blazing Hitters. In 2019, they played as the VNS Griffins.
In 2021, VNS would take part in the 2021 PNVF Champions League as the Manileño Spikers. The Spikes clinched the bronze medal in the tournament, defeating Global Remit in the third place play off.
The team is dedicated to promoting the sport of volleyball in the Philippines and inspiring the next generation of athletes. They regularly participate in local and international tournaments, showcasing their competitive spirit and passion for the game. VNS Volleyball Club is committed to excellence both on and off the court, embodying the values of sportsmanship, dedication, and teamwork.
Fans of VNS Volleyball Club can expect thrilling matches, intense competition, and a display of skill and athleticism that is sure to impress. Whether they are playing in front of a home crowd or representing the Philippines on the international stage, VNS Volleyball Club always gives their all and strives for victory.