Maria Fe "Mafe" Casidsid Galanza (born May 11, 2000) is a Filipina volleyball player. She played as setter for the University of Santo Tomas Growling Tigresses in the UAAP. Currently, she plays with her sister Jema for the Creamline Cool Smashers in the Premier Volleyball League.

Mafe Galanza
Personal information
Full nameMaria Fe Casidsid Galanza
Born (2000-05-11) May 11, 2000 (age 24)
HometownSan Pedro, Laguna, Philippines
Height5 ft 3 in (1.60 m)
College / UniversityUniversity of Santo Tomas
Volleyball information
PositionSetter
Current clubCreamline Cool Smashers
Number20

Personal life

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Galanza played volleyball at San Pedro Relocation Center National High School in San Pedro, Laguna.[1] She went to the University of Santo Tomas in Manila for her college studies.[2]

Career

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The Tigresses began recruiting Galanza when she was still playing for Laguna in Palarong Pambansa.[3] She became a key cog in UST's return to the finals in UAAP Season 81 volleyball despite being a rookie.[4]

In 2023, Galanza turned pro, playing with her sister Jema for the Creamline Cool Smashers in the PVL.[5][6]

Awards

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Collegiate

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Club Team

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References

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  1. ^ Agcaoili, Lance (January 26, 2019). "Jema continues guidance of MaFe as Galanza sisters reunite at national tryouts". Spin.ph. Retrieved May 12, 2024.
  2. ^ Valencia, Justin (June 7, 2022). "UAAP 84: UST punches Final Four slot after downing gallant UE". Tiebreaker Times. Retrieved May 12, 2024.
  3. ^ Cabildo, Leigh Nald (March 22, 2019). "ROOKIE WATCH: MaFe Galanza makes a mark in UST". Rappler. Retrieved May 12, 2024.
  4. ^ Olivares, Rick (May 2, 2019). "UAAP women's volleyball: UST picks up its biggest Season 81 win". Philippine Star. Retrieved May 12, 2024.
  5. ^ Naredo, Camille (May 11, 2024). "Mafe Galanza repays trust of coaches, teammates with solid performances off Creamline's bench". ABS-CBN News. Retrieved May 12, 2024.
  6. ^ Alba, Katrina (October 13, 2023). "Young playmakers: Bea Bonafe, Mafe Galanza reveal lessons learned from Creamline ates". One Sports. Retrieved May 12, 2024.