A new chapter is being penned by none other than three-time Premier Volleyball League MVP, Tots Carlos.
Carlos, whose prowess has dazzled audiences domestically, now sets her sights on a global stage as she throws her name into the ring for the 2024 Korean V-League Women's Asian Quota Draft.
Carlos stands among a trio of Filipina talents featured in the 36-player pool unveiled by KOVO, alongside familiar faces MJ Phillips of Petro Gazz and Mylene Paat of Chery Tiggo.
Should the stars align and her name be called, this endeavor will mark a milestone in Carlos' illustrious career, heralding her inaugural foray onto the international scene.
As the spotlight shines on Carlos' ambitious leap, it's worth revisiting the journeys of her compatriots.
Phillips, a PVL Best Middle Blocker, made waves last year as the fifth overall pick for the Gwangju AI Peppers.
Despite the team's struggles during the 2023-24 season, Phillips' indomitable spirit remained undiminished, paving the way for her eventual departure following the tournament's conclusion.
Meanwhile, Paat, a force to be reckoned with in her own right, found herself overlooked in the draft last year, a fate shared by Jia De Guzman, Dindin Santiago-Manabat, Majoy Baron, and Iris Tolenada.
Undeterred, Paat continues to carve her path, now vying for victory in the ongoing Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference with the Chery Tiggo Crossovers.
Even amidst the whirlwind of international aspirations, domestic battles rage on.
Carlos and Paat, champions in their own arenas, currently spearhead their respective teams' semifinal pursuits in the Premier Volleyball League.
The Cool Smashers and the Crossovers, fueled by the determination of their star players, stand poised on the cusp of glory, their sights set on championship triumphs.
For Phillips, a return to familiar grounds awaits, as she gears up to rejoin the fray with the Petro Gazz Angels later in the conference.
Armed with experience gleaned from past endeavors, Phillips remains steadfast in her commitment to elevate her team to newfound heights of success.
