Opposite setter Doan Thi Xuan said goodbye to Quang Ninh women's volleyball club after her contract ended at the end of 2023. This hitter returned to her hometown team Thanh Hoa from the beginning of the 2024 season with a 3-year contract.
Having Doan Thi Xuan in the squad helps the Thanh representative compete impressively in tournaments throughout the year.
In the first phase of the 2024 National Volleyball Championship, Doan Thi Xuan and foreign player Cai Xiaoqing are the two key players of the Thanh team. With a height of 1m83 and many years of experience playing in the highest volleyball tournament in Vietnam, Doan Thi Xuan has affirmed her expertise. The 1997-born setter always shows her confidence in her ability to catch the first step well, defend, and have a stable mentality.
She and her team started off well with 3 wins but then suffered 2 losses, ending the first phase in 4th place. However, with their united playing style, adherence to tactics, and competitive spirit, Thanh Hoa team was considered a "dark horse" in the first phase.
During the break waiting for phase 2, Doan Thi Xuan was borrowed by the Duc Giang Chemicals team to compete in the Hung Vuong Cup 2024. Here, the Thanh Hoa setter was also used regularly by coach Pham Van Long and fulfilled her duties.
Returning to Thanh Hoa, Doan Thi Xuan and her team participated in the 2024 Military Volleyball Cup. With good jumping power, sharp high-altitude play, and effective blocking, Doan Thi Xuan proved why she is an important pillar and an excellent opposite setter for the Thanh Hoa team. The 27-year-old opposite setter contributed greatly to helping her team win the runner-up position in the tournament, behind the Information Corps.
Doan Thi Xuan's final tournament in the 2024 season is the second phase and final round of the national championship. Although there was a change in foreign players when Liu Yanhan replaced Cai Xiaoqing, Doan Thi Xuan still played well with her teammates.
Thanh Hoa's captain is the senior who leads the team's spirit on the field. Thanh Hoa no longer plays purely attacking on the wings but plays with versatility with strikers ready to score points like Hoang Thao, Doan Xuan or Liu Yanhan.
Doan Xuan was the one who brought home important points for his hometown team. Thanh Hoa finished in 4th place overall after losing to LPB Ninh Binh in the 3rd place match.
It is not an exaggeration to say that Doan Thi Xuan is a quality contract and a significant addition, strengthening the attack of Thanh Hoa team in the 2024 season.
After a period of fighting Marfan's disease that affected his eyes, the Thanh Hoa native is still persistently pursuing his passion for volleyball every day, affirming his talent in the club's lineup.
