Royse Tubino delivered her best performance in a Choco Mucho uniform on Saturday night, aiding the Flying Titans in moving closer to the semifinals of the 2024 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference.
Tubino amassed 17 points, comprising 15 successful attacks and two blocks, driving Choco Mucho to a commanding 25-17, 25-15, 25-15 victory over the Athletics.
This win propelled them to an 8-1 record in the standings, placing them one victory away from securing a spot in the semifinals.
“Siguro, nagma-mindset ako na mga teammates ko at mga coach na kailangan talaga akong mag-step up kasi wala si Kat. Kailangan mag-step up para sa kanila at para sa Choco Mucho,” said the former V-League champion.
The Army veteran expressed gratitude to her teammates and coaches for their trust in her. She also stated her desire to reciprocate their support by giving her best effort every time she’s called upon.
“Siguro, naka-mindset lang ako na magtatrabaho ako nang maayos at sa tiwala na ibinibigay ni Coach Dante (Alinsunurin), ibibigay ko ang best ko,” said the 31-year-old product of Perpetual Help.
“Si Coach Dante naman, hindi ako binibigyan ng pressure. Basta gawin ko lang yung best ko, gawin ko lang yung nilalaro ko. Lalabas naman kung ano ang ine-ensayo namin sa game,” she added.
Tolentino has missed the team’s past four games due to an auditory condition, providing Tubino with the opportunity to shine and showcase her skills.
“Kailangan ko ng confidence sa mga games namin. Ang tiwala ng mga teammates ko at ng mga coach ko ay nagbibigay sa akin ng morale boost,” she expressed.
“Nagiging mas mataas ang kumpiyansa ko, kaya napapalo ko, naba-block ko, at nadi-depensa nang maayos.”
