Cignal after emerging triumphant in the 2025 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference. PVL Media Bureau/file photoMANILA — In a shocking development, the men's team of the Cignal Super Spikers will take a leave of absence from Spikers' Turf.
The squad announced the decision on Friday on its social media, as it is set to skip the upcoming Spikers' Turf Open Conference.
In a statement, Cignal said the decision was made by the management "after a careful review" of its current and future plans.
JUST IN: Cignal has decided to take a leave of absence from the #SpikersTurf.
— Kennedy Caacbay (@kennedyzcaacbay) January 30, 2026
The management came up with the decision "after a careful review" of its plans. (📷: Cignal Super Spikers) @ABSCBNNews pic.twitter.com/Zbjxx3uALQ
No other details were shared, as the organization thanked its supporters.
"The Cignal Super Spikers organization is deeply grateful to its coaches, players, and staff," it said.
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The players affected are now entering free agency, able to sign with any team. Cignal is a nine-time champion in Spikers' Turf and has always made it to the podium since the 2015 Reinforced Conference.