Hoa Chat Duc Giang–Lao Cai has changed its overseas recruitment ahead of the second phase of Vietnam's women's volleyball league. SGGP reports that Pia Timmer returned to Germany because she was not at her best physically. Kuttika Kaewpin has been brought back and is set to join Tichaya Boonlert as the team's two Thai recruits. The article also notes Tran Tu Linh's return after recovery. The next phase begins in Vinh Long on October 14, with the club aiming to compete for a semi-final place.