24/08/2026
🏆 KKVC KINGS KNIGHTS CAPTURE BATTLE IN MILAVIGA CHAMPIONSHIP
MILAVIGA, CARAMORAN — The KKVC King's Knight Volleyball Club completed a remarkable championship run on August 21, defeating the Manambrag Black Brainiacs in a five-set final to claim the Battle in Milaviga volleyball championship.
The title capped a month-long campaign that saw the Knights overcome an early setback, climb back through the elimination round, survive a difficult semifinal, and eventually finish the tournament on top.
The road to the championship, however, did not begin smoothly.
EARLY SETBACK
The Knights opened their campaign on July 8 against the Manambrag Black Brainiacs, suffering a two-set defeat in their first match of the tournament.
Rather than allowing the loss to derail their campaign, KKVC responded strongly in their succeeding matches.
On July 18, the Knights secured victories over the Milaviga Men’s Spikers and Rapado2.0 Datag, showcasing improved defensive organization, faster transitions, and more effective combination plays.
The team continued its campaign on July 25 against the TSC Tubli Blazers, completing the elimination round with a 3–1 record and securing the No. 2 position in the standings.
KNIGHTS SURVIVE SEMIFINAL TEST
The semifinal brought another meeting with the Tubli Blazers.
Played under challenging conditions brought by the Habagat winds, the match went three sets and tested the Knights’ composure and endurance.
KKVC eventually secured the victory and earned its place in the championship final.
FIVE-SET CHAMPIONSHIP DECIDES THE TITLE
The August 21 final set up a rematch between KKVC and Manambrag — the same team that had defeated the Knights in the opening game of the tournament.
This time, the stakes were much higher.
The two teams battled through five sets in a match marked by long rallies, aggressive attacks, defensive saves, and momentum swings.
The Knights maintained their composure throughout the deciding moments and eventually secured the victory, completing their championship campaign.
KKVC Kings Knights — champions of the Battle in Milaviga.
The victory also gave the Knights a fitting conclusion to a tournament that began with disappointment but ended with redemption.
From an opening loss to a championship victory, KKVC’s campaign demonstrated the importance of consistency, teamwork, discipline, and belief.
A CHAMPIONSHIP BUILT WITH COMMUNITY SUPPORT
The Kings Knight Volleyball Club also credited the people and organizations who supported the team throughout the tournament.
The club expressed its appreciation to the officers and crew of Le Jacques Cartier,Ponant Cruises, for their generous support; KINGS GUARD Athletics, the team’s official outfitter; and Sk Milaviga, Caramoran, Catanduanes for hosting the tournament.
KKVC also acknowledged the National Youth Commission and YORP KAMI - NYCYouth Organization Registration Program for supporting youth development and organizations in the community.
The team extended its gratitude to Tau Gamma Phi – Caramoran Chapter, led by Bro. Marfred Yuga Alingayaofor its support and assistance.
Special thanks were also given to Sher S Kitchenette for providing meals and support during the competition and to the Municipal Population Office LGU-Caramoran Lydo Caramoranfor allowing the team to use its facilities during preparation.
The club likewise recognized its families, friends, supporters, and everyone who continued to cheer for the team throughout the tournament.
For the Knights, the championship was more than a trophy.
It was the result of a journey that began with a loss, demanded perseverance, and ultimately ended with KKVC standing as the last team standing.
🏆 KKVC KINGS KNIGHTS
CHAMPIONS — THE BATTLE IN MILAVIGA
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