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Gandler shows readiness to deliver as Laure rested against Iran


MANILA, Philippines — In an effort to preserve the health of starting outside hitter Eya Laure, Alas Pilipinas head coach Jorge Souza de Brito fielded second stringer Vanie Gandler and the national team rookie showed her readiness as a starter.

Gandler fired nine points as the Philippines dominated Iran, 25-16, 25-13, 25-15, to go 3-0 and booked its first semifinals entry in the AVC Challenge Cup for Women at the Rizal Memorial Coliseum on Saturday, May 25.