ABS-CBN News
MANILA – Head coach of the Kurashiki Aplies has been appointed as an advisor to the Farm Fresh Foxies in the upcoming season of the Volleyball Premier League.
Hideo Suzuki is expected to play an integral role in the development of Farm Fresh players while also expanding his experience to the rest of the teams under the Strong Group Athletics umbrella, the team said in a recent statement.
“We are thrilled to have coach Hideo Suzuki join Farm Fresh as a team advisor,” said Chiara Cruz, Farm Fresh Team Manager. He added, “His track record and coaching are assets that will undoubtedly raise the team’s performance. We look forward to a season of growth and success under his leadership.”
Suzuki led the Kurashiki Ablaze to the championship at the 2023 PVL Invitational Conference, winning all five of their semifinal matches before edging the Creamline Cool Smashers in a five-set classic in the championship match.
He will now work with Farm Fresh coach Jerry Yee while also monitoring the Strong Group teams’ progress through the university ranks.
The Foxies finished 10th in the recent PVL Second All-Filipino Conference, with a win-loss record of 2-9.