Nxled joins Premier Volleyball League wars

THERE will be a new team that will light up the Premier Volleyball League starting in the third conference later this year.

Nxled has committed to forming a team in the country’s only professional volleyball league.

Nxled will be the second team of Akari Lighting & Technology Corporation in the PVL. Creating a second team is important for Akari, as it will not only provide the company with added marketing exposure but also aligns with its vision of supporting Philippine volleyball.

“Of course, the obvious reason that we are forming Nxled is because we want to market the brand,” said Russell Balbacal, Akari Sports Director. “The PVL has proven to be a strong platform for brands to promote their products.

more technical and fast-paced,” Sweden coach Peter Gerhardsson told reporters on the eve of the match in Auckland.

“When we get possession we will need to move the ball quickly and make the most of our physical advantage.”

The most striking difference between the teams is in that physicality.

The average height of the Sweden side that started against the US was six centimeters (more than two inches) taller than the Japan team which lined up for their 3-1 win over Norway in the last round.

Amanda Ilestedt, the centre-back who has scored three goals so far, and Barcelona forward Fridolina Rolfo both tower over any Japanese player at 1.78m (5ft10) tall.

‘Very aggressive’

If Sweden are physical, Japan’s approach is anything but.

They have conceded just 20 fouls in total, fewer than any other team left in the tournament, and have not picked up a single yellow or red card. AFP