Sachi Minowa (Jaja Santiago) at the Pasig leg of VNL 2026. Kennedy Caacbay, ABS-CBN News
Jaja Santiago, now known as Sachi Minowa, is set to play in League One Volleyball (LOVB), a professional volleyball league in the United States.
Santiago earlier confirmed during the Philippine leg of the 2026 Volleyball Nations League (VNL) that she is en route to the USA and take her talents there.
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LOVB formally announced the development Thursday, welcoming the Philippine-born middle blocker.
“Adding a new country to our list: the Philippines! Welcome, Sachi “Jaja” Minowa!!” the LOVB said in its social media post.
“Jaja is a talented middle blocker who is a Japanese SV.League Champion with multiple Best spiker and Best blocker awards! Welcome, Jaja!”
Santiago received praise after the announcement, commenting on the post by the LOVB.
“I’m so proud of you @alyjasantiago3. Let’s do our best,” said her husband, coach Taka Minowa.
“Excited for you Jajing @alyjasantiago3,” said libero Denden Lazaro-Revilla.
“WAHHHHHHHHHHHH LETSSS GOOOOO @alyjasantiago3,” said newly minted Capital1 captain Pauline Gaston.
Santiago also said that she’s trying to stay in shape to be ready for her next chapter next year.