After the past rounds, middle blocker Tran Thi Bich Thuy is the most prominent name. The time playing in Korea and Japan helped her improve comprehensively before returning to wear the Duc Giang Lao Cai Chemicals shirt.
Not simply a midfielder, she also became a "rotating axis" in this team's attacking system. Bich Thuy showed her ability to read situations, choose blocking positions and stability in handling situations on the court.
In many matches, when Duc Giang Chemicals had difficulty scoring points, Bich Thuy spoke up with effective attacks, even "carrying" the entire front line. The professional mark of this middle blocker is not only in the points but also in the way he controls the pace of the match.
Besides, the return of middle blocker Ly Thi Luyen after playing in Mongolia and Thailand also brings many positive signs. If Ly Luyen was previously mainly known for her familiar quick attacks, now she has shown more diversity in her playing style.
Transformative attacks, flexible movement and good coordination with setters help her become an important link in tactics. Playing in a high-speed environment like Thailand has helped Ly Luyen significantly improve her adaptability, thereby bringing clear results when returning to the domestic league.
Meanwhile, main attacker Tran Thi Thanh Thuy, although not playing much for VTV Binh Dien Long An, still showed significant influence.
The class of a player who has fought in many international tournaments helps Thanh Thuy create a difference every time she is on the field. Not only is she the main scorer, she also plays the role of spiritual leader to help young teammates play more confidently.
Actions in key moments, psychological stability and battle experience are things that not every athlete can bring.
The common point easily seen in overseas players is maturity in competitive thinking. They no longer depend too much on personal strength but know how to restrain themselves and choose reasonable options in each situation.
Defense ability, blocking organization and especially tactical discipline have all been improved. This is the factor that helps them quickly become prominent players as soon as they return to the domestic league.
Not only stopping at enhancing the strength of the managing team, the presence of these names also creates a spreading effect. Other teams are forced to change to adapt, from the way they organize their playing style to improving the quality of athlete training.
Thanks to that, the general level of the tournament has been raised, and the matches have become more attractive and competitive.
The wave of going abroad is bringing positive signals to Vietnamese women's volleyball. What Bich Thuy, Ly Luyen or Thanh Thuy have shown is not only a personal story, but also reflects the right direction in creating conditions for athletes to compete in the international environment.
