Petro Gazz names former deputy Timmy Sto. Tomas as head coach

Timmy Sto. Tomas will take on a heavier role as he has been named as the new head coach of the Petro Gazz Angels in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL).

Sto. Tomas, who previously suited up as one of the team's assistant coaches, will take over the coaching reins from Oliver Almadro, who has been elevated as the team's head of volleyball operations.

"I extend a warm welcome to coach Timmy as he steps into the role of the Petro Gazz head coach,"Almadro said following the announcement on Tuesday.

"From being my player and a long time assistant and sharing in our triumphs and setbacks, we've both gained invaluable insights. The team is in good hands and I'm happy for his well-deserved appointment."

The Angels are one of the more successful teams in the league, winning two championships in the Reinforced Conference of 2019 and 2022.

In the 2023 All-Filipino Conference, Petro Gazz finished as the runner-up after Creamline reigned supreme.

—Bea Micaller/JKC, GMA Integrated News