Kat Tolentino, a key player for the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) team Choco Mucho, was diagnosed with a ruptured appendix and underwent surgery, the team announced on Tuesday.
In a statement from the Flying Titans, Tolentino experienced abdominal pain on Monday, January 20, and was promptly brought to the hospital. After her condition was diagnosed, she underwent surgery and is currently recovering.
"On Jan. 20, 2025, Katrina Tolentino had to be hospitalized for severe abdominal pains. Today she was diagnosed with a ruptured appendix and had to undergo surgery this afternoon," said the team.
"She is restin now. Let's all pray for her quick and full recovery," they added.
Choco Mucho Flying Titans Update on Kat Tolentino pic.twitter.com/omnH420LPU
— Choco Mucho Flying Titans (@CMFlyingTitans) January 21, 2025
The incident occurred just days after Choco Mucho's reverse sweep victory against Zus Coffee.
Moreover, this is not the first time the former Ateneo standout will be out of action, as she also had to take a break last year due to an auditory condition.
Tolentino significantly contributed to her team’s performance in the 2024–25 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference, accumulating 79 points, including 56 attacks, 19 blocks, and 4 service aces.
