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| Eya Laure is the newest member of the Choco Mucho Flying Titans. Photo: Choco Mucho. |
After more than a year away from Premier Volleyball League action, former UST superstar Eya Laure officially begins her 2026 chapter with the Flying Titans, ending one of the most closely watched recruitment races in recent PVL memory. And while championships are never guaranteed, this move instantly elevates Choco Mucho into a different tier.
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| Alas Pilipinas star Eya Laure. Photo: AVC. |
Multiple sources confirmed that Laure agreed to a massive three-year contract reportedly worth around ₱620,000 per month, making it one of the most lucrative deals ever handed out in Philippine volleyball. It was the result of a full-blown bidding war that drew serious interest from Cignal, Capital1, and Farm Fresh, teams that were more than willing to push the numbers upward.
What started in the mid-₱300,000 range steadily climbed as offers piled up, eventually reaching a level only Choco Mucho was prepared and confident to match. Rival executives didn’t hide their reaction.
“Malaki, yes,” one said. “But she’s worth it. She changes games.”
Laure’s long absence due to a non-compete clause tied to the now-defunct Chery Tiggo franchise did little to cool demand. Teams weren’t betting on nostalgia; they were betting on talent. At 26, Laure is entering her prime years, armed with elite athleticism, relentless attacking instincts, and the star power few local players possess.
On the court, the Flying Titans are already loaded with Sisi Rondina, Caitlin Viray, Jaila Atienza, and Alina Bicar forming a solid core. Add Laure to that mix, and Choco Mucho suddenly has both firepower and identity. She isn’t just another piece; she’s the centerpiece.
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| Eya Laure and Sisi Rondina with Alas Pilipinas. Photo: PVL Images. |
Off the court, the signing signals something bigger. Laure has the profile, the following, and the credibility to become the next franchise face under the Rebisco volleyball banner, continuing the standard set years ago by Alyssa Valdez with Creamline.
This wasn’t an impulsive splurge. It was a calculated investment.
Money alone doesn’t win titles. But this deal delivers belief, stability, and star power, the kind that turns contenders into constants. For Choco Mucho, this isn’t just a good signing.
It’s a statement.