The absence of Bích Tuyền from the preliminary call-up list of the Vietnam women's volleyball team for SEA Games 2025 is attracting considerable attention.
Bích Tuyền is missing from the preliminary roster of the Vietnam women's volleyball team summoned for SEA Games 2025. Previously, she was also absent during the second phase of the 2025 National Championship when the Ninh Bình women's club was defeated by VTV Bình Điền Long An in the final.
The absence of opposite hitter Nguyễn Thị Bích Tuyền in the second phase of the 2025 National Volleyball Championship has caused concern among fans of LPBank Ninh Bình and the Vietnam women's team ahead of SEA Games 33. In the official list of 14 active players announced by the Ninh Bình club, the attacker born in 2000 was not listed due to an abdominal muscle injury and not being in top physical condition. Instead of competing, she was assigned as a team caretaker.
Without Bích Tuyền, the strength of the Ninh Bình women's club weakened, and they failed to win the championship.
Bích Tuyền is not included in the preliminary call-up list of the Vietnam women's volleyball national team.
In 2025, Bích Tuyền missed several important tournaments, including the World Championship, due to personal reasons. This has raised concerns about the form and comeback prospects of the key attacker who was once the number one spearhead of Vietnam women's volleyball.
Her prolonged absence not only affects LPBank Ninh Bình's ambitions but also impacts the preparation process for SEA Games 33, where she is still expected to participate to enhance the national team's attacking strength.
Vietnamese volleyball fans continue to hope that Bích Tuyền will recover in time to compete in SEA Games 2025, a tournament where coach Tuấn Kiệt’s team is determined to win the gold medal.
The preliminary list of 20 players for the Vietnam women's volleyball team preparing for SEA Games 33 (December 9-20, 2025, Thailand) was recently announced by the Vietnam Volleyball Federation (VFV), showing many positive signs. With a mix of youth renewal, the impressive return of Đặng Thị Kim Thanh, and expectations on key players like Trần Thị Thanh Thúy, Trần Thị Bích Thủy, and Nguyễn Thị Bích Tuyền, the team is demonstrating its ambition to win gold after securing silver in the last two SEA Games.
One of the highlights of this list is the clear youth movement. Players such as Vi Thị Yến Nhi (setter), Lê Thùy Linh (middle blocker), and Hà Kiều Vy (libero) represent the new generation, bringing energy and dynamism. Vi Thị Như Quỳnh, a 1.80m tall outside hitter, showcased her potential at the 2025 National Championship with powerful attacks. The inclusion of young players not only adds depth to the team but also serves as a stepping stone for long-term goals such as SEA Games 34 and Asian tournaments. Coach Nguyễn Tuấn Kiệt appears to be building a squad that can handle immediate pressure while ensuring continuity, avoiding dependence on veterans like Lưu Thị Huệ and Nguyễn Thị Trinh.
Outside hitters: Phạm Quỳnh Hương, Vi Thị Như Quỳnh, Bùi Thị Ánh Thảo, Nguyễn Thị Uyên, Hoàng Hồng Hạnh
Middle blockers: Lê Như Anh, Lưu Thị Huệ, Lê Thanh Thúy, Nguyễn Thị Trinh, Nguyễn Phương Quỳnh, Lê Thùy Linh
Opposite hitters: Đặng Thị Kim Thanh, Hoàng Thị Kiều Trinh, Đoàn Thị Xuân
Setters: Võ Thị Kim Thoa, Đoàn Thị Lâm Oanh, Vi Thị Yến Nhi
Liberos: Nguyễn Khánh Đang, Hà Kiều Vy, Lê Thị Yến