After fulfilling her role at Far Eastern University, Jean Asis — armed with the blessing and guidance of her former head coach Tina Salak — is more than ready to take the next step in her career by entering the 2025 Premier Volleyball League Draft.
The 5-foot-10 middle blocker was instrumental in reviving the Lady Tamaraws’ program, helping steer the team to back-to-back Final Four appearances where they pushed defending champions National University to the limit both times.
“For me, siguro na-fulfill ko na yung role ko sa FEU. Nakapagpaalam naman na ako sa coaches ng maayos — sa may-ari, sa managers,” said Asis.
“Yung pagpunta ko sa PVL, another stepping stone siya for me sa career ko. Luckily, okay naman sa coaches and teammates ko, kaya magaan sa loob,” she added.
Asis shared that she, along with teammates Chenie Tagaod and Ann Monares, had a heartfelt conversation with Salak after asking for her blessing to enter the draft.
The legendary setter took the time to walk them through the challenges and differences between collegiate and professional volleyball, helping them prepare mentally for what lies ahead.
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“Sobrang dami nilang advices. Isa na doon yung lagi nilang paalala sa akin na sobrang layo ng buhay sa collegiate level kumpara sa pros,” bared the middle blocker.
“Mas kailangan kong i-ready yung sarili ko, mas maging mapagkumbaba, at marunong makisama sa kapwa,” she added.
A product of FEU-Diliman, Asis believes her long experience in the UAAP — spanning from high school to college — will be one of her biggest advantages heading into the draft, especially with several other top-tier middle blockers also in the pool.
“Siguro sa akin po, yung experience ko. Kasi from high school to college, nag-UAAP na ako. Siguro mas alam ko — hindi naman sa mas alam, but yung experience ko talaga yung mas bumuo sa akin bilang middle blocker. Siguro yun na rin yung advantage ko.”
As she embarks on a new chapter, Asis extends her well wishes to her alma mater, hoping the Lady Tamaraws can continue their progress and come back even stronger in the seasons to come.
“Nakita ko naman yung mga bago, lalo na yung mga kaposisyon ko — especially yung rookies. For me, siguro kaya pa rin nilang ituloy yung naumpisahan namin,” said Asis.
“Kita naman this Season 87, isa sila sa mga nag-contribute sa team. Kahit off yung mga ate, andoon sila para i-cover up yung lapses. Feel ko talaga kaya nila.”
#WATCH: FEU’s Jean Asis shares Coach Tina Salak’s advice before entering the #PVLDraft: “Magpakumbaba, matutong makisama.” 🏐
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