Spikers’ Turf: Alpha Insurance sweeps AFP for second straight win

Inquirer.net - Nov 5, 2026

MANILA, Philippines — Alpha Insurance got its second straight win in less than 24 hours, sweeping the hapless Armed Forces of the Philippines, 25-19, 25-21, 25-15, in the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference on Thursday at Philsports Arena. Axel Van Book led the Protectors for the second consecutive game with 13 points and four digs,

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