Solomon, Silva, Estreller Withdraw from 2026 PVL Draft

Alyssa Solomon has chosen to take her professional career in a different direction, withdrawing from the 2026 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Draft to focus on playing full-time for Alas Pilipinas and explore possible opportunities abroad.

The 6-foot-1 opposite hitter confirmed her decision through her management group, Hustle & Groove, on Sunday, just hours before the draft withdrawal deadline, making it one of the most notable late exits in the draft pool.

Sources say Solomon has attracted interest from several European clubs following her standout collegiate career at National University and her previous stint in Japan’s SV.League with Osaka. While formal offers have not yet been finalized, stepping out of the draft gives her the freedom to pursue international opportunities without being tied to a PVL team.

By withdrawing, Solomon avoids the risk of being selected domestically while still considering overseas options, allowing her to focus on national team duties with Alas Pilipinas. However, the move carries uncertainty, as she currently has no guaranteed PVL team should international negotiations fall through. She is expected to report immediately to Candon City as Alas Pilipinas gears up for the 2026 AVC Women’s Volleyball Cup from June 6 to 14.

Later Sunday, two more collegiate standouts followed suit. Letran’s three-time NCAA Best Libero Lara Mae Silva and 5-foot-6 setter Natalie Estreller also withdrew from the draft to commit fully to the national team pool. Both are expected to bolster Alas Pilipinas’ roster ahead of its international campaign.

The 2026 PVL Draft, set for June 3 at Novotel Manila Araneta City, will continue without these three notable late entrants, with Galeries Tower retaining the No. 1 overall pick.