MANILA, Philippines — A hope of a thousand dreams.
This was what Capital1 Solar co-owner Milka Romero called their good fortune of drawing the No. 1 pick for the 2025 Premier Volleyball League rookie draft set June 8.
“This is the heart and soul Capital1 has been waiting for. With this franchise player, we’re not just building a team, we’re building a future our fans can believe in,” said Romero, who co-owns the franchise with sister Mandy.
Romero was, of course, referring to National University superstar Bella Belen, who is the unquestioned projected top pick in the annual draft selection.
But although the three-time UAAP champion had enlisted herself in the draft, there is the possibility that she may end up withdrawing from it should an offer abroad comes out.
And Romero and the Solar Spikers are hoping and praying that the 21-year-old Belen stays.
“I take it day by day. Of course, nasa shortlist siya. That’s what I can say,” said Romero of Belen. “But what the team needs is more important, and what we see in our long-term plan with the management and the coaches… we don’t want to just think of the moment.”