LeBron saves the day as Team USA avoids upset vs South Sudan in Olympic exhibition
July 21, 2024
Defending four-time Olympic champion United States avoids a stunning loss to world No. 33 South Sudan in its buildup for the Paris Games
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Redemption run: Rianne Malixi rules US Girls’ Junior Championship in record fashion
July 21, 2024
Rianne Malixi redeems herself from a stinging runner-up finish in the US Girls' Junior Championship last year as the 17-year-old becomes the second golfer representing the Philippines to rule the event
Ayo relishes reunion with more potent top pick Baltazar
July 14, 2024
‘We know that he's going to do whatever it takes to help our team,’ says Converge coach Aldin Ayo of No. 1 pick and former La Salle ward Justine Baltazar
Palaro to Paris: Joanie Delgaco aces volleyball to rowing jump
July 14, 2024
A former setter for the Camarines Sur volleyball team in the Palarong Pambansa, Joanie Delgaco finds her true calling in rowing, sculling all the way to the Paris Olympics
Baltazar picked No. 1 by Converge; Barefield, Abarrientos go 2-3 in PBA Draft
July 14, 2024
Long rumored as the FiberXers' target, Justine Baltazar bolsters a young Converge franchise looking to turn its fortunes around after a forgettable campaign last season
McCullough stars anew as Strong Group dominates Australia for 2-0 start in Jones Cup
July 14, 2024
For the second game in a row, Chris McCullough leads the charge for Strong Group-Pilipinas as they post another convincing win in the 43rd William Jones Cup
No Coach, No Problem: MPTheKing, See You Soon pull off MSC shocker
July 7, 2024
By: Jan Marcus Montevirgen No coach? No problem for Michael “MPTheKing” Endino and See You Soon, who are determined to make waves in the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB) Mid-Season Cup (MSC) 2024. Despite facing adversity with their coaching staff suspended, the MPL Cambodia champions defied the odds. MPTheKing, Kennt Anthony “Souuul” Basa, and See […]
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John Cena announces retirement from in-ring competition in 2025 – WWE
July 7, 2024
'John Cena announces retirement from in-ring competition, stating that WrestleMania 41 in Las Vegas will be his last,' WWE says
Brazil tactic vs Brownlee works to perfection as Gilas Pilipinas bows out
July 7, 2024
Brazil puts the clamps on Justin Brownlee to eliminate Gilas Pilipinas and advance to the finale of the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament
‘Losing Kai was big’: Cone says Sotto absence crucial in loss to Brazil
July 6, 2024
Tim Cone says Gilas Pilipinas badly missed Kai Sotto as his absence crippled the Philippines' frontline in its semifinal loss to Brazil in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament
Tim Cone reflects on OQT: ‘Almost’ not good enough for Gilas
July 6, 2024
When Tim Cone was named head coach of Gilas Pilipinas Men, the Philippines was still in the midst of closing out a cycle. It was six months away from a FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament. Typically, federations only reboot their programs once a cycle ends. The sudden resignation of Chot Reyes after the FIBA World Cup […]
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Tim Cone on Gilas’ loss to Brazil: ‘Losing Kai Sotto took away our depth’
July 6, 2024
Entering the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament 2024-Riga, Gilas Pilipinas Men were already shorthanded. Starting point guard Scottie Thompson opted out of national duties to address his bad back, which he had been nursing since the FIBA World Cup 2023. On Saturday evening (Manila time), the Philippines scratched off one more player, going down to just […]
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Brazil puts shackles on Brownlee as Gilas Pilipinas ends Olympic bid
July 6, 2024
A Gilas Pilipinas side missing injured big man Kai Sotto crashes out of the semifinals of the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament as Brazil keeps its own Paris Games hopes alive
10-man Gilas Men fall to Brazil, ends Paris bid
July 6, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas stumbled into a harrowing dry spell which doomed the program’s aspirations of breaking the country’s Olympic basketball absence. The short-handed unit bid goodbye to its hopes of flying to Paris later this month after falling to world no. 12 Brazil, 71-60, in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament 2024 semifinals at the Arena Riga […]
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Gilas Men without Kai Sotto against Brazil in FIBA OQT
July 6, 2024
Kai Sotto and Gilas Pilipinas Men will err on the side of caution. The 7-foot-3 big man will not be suiting up for the Philippines in its do-or-die game against Brazil in the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament 2024-Riga on Saturday evening due to a bruised rib. With Sotto out, Japeth Aguilar was inserted into Tim […]
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HIGHLIGHTS: Philippines vs Brazil – FIBA OQT 2024 semifinals
July 6, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas ends its bid for a Paris Games berth after bowing to Brazil in the knockout semifinals of the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament
Czechia stifles Tuyen Nguyen, advances to FIVB Challenger Final against Puerto Rico
July 6, 2024
Czechia secured a spot in the 2024 FIVB Challenger Cup gold medal match and next year’s Volleyball Nations League after a decisive victory over Vietnam, 25-19, 25-14, 25-19 on Saturday evening at Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila. The Czech team, qualifying from the European Golden League with a second-place finish, aims to clinch their first […]
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WATCH: How Alyssa Valdez serves up fun, volleyball savvy in free camps
July 6, 2024
Alyssa Valdez gives back to the sport that has given her so much by holding the AVYVC, a series of free volleyball camps for the youth
Naomi Panganiban’s Gilas Women debut spoiled by Chinese-Taipei B in Jones Cup opener
July 6, 2024
Naomi Panganiban’s debut with Gilas Pilipinas Women was spoiled by Chinese-Taipei B, who secured a 73-60 victory to kick off the 43rd William Jones Cup on Saturday at Xinzhuang Gymnasium. Panganiban, the 18-year-old Filipino-American guard who guided Gilas Girls to Division A just a week ago in China, led her team with 16 points, shooting […]
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China hands hapless Gilas Boys 6th straight loss in FIBA U17 World Cup
July 6, 2024
The lopsided losses continue to pile up for Gilas Boys as they suffer a 19-point drubbing to China in their penultimate game in the FIBA U17 World Cup
Gilas Boys face potential worst finish in FIBA Under-17 after loss to China
July 6, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas Boys bowed to the young Dragons of China, 85-66, to further fall in the classification phase of the FIBA Under-17 World Cup 2024 on Saturday at Ahmet Comert Sports Hall in Turkey. The Philippines is looking of avoid its worst finish in three appearances in the Under-17 worlds, previously finishing 15th in 2014 […]
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‘Grow old together’: Jia de Guzman preaches continuity, locks in long-term for Alas Pilipinas
July 6, 2024
Alas Pilipinas captain Jia de Guzman persuades everyone involved with the national team to not be discouraged with small setbacks and continue locking in together for further improvement
Grace Lopez’s VNL dream nears reality
July 6, 2024
As someone who has always followed the Volleyball Nations League, Grace Lopez now has the golden opportunity to join the world’s elite. Lopez and her country, Puerto Rico, are one win away from qualifying for the 2025 Women’s VNL after a dominant victory over Belgium in the 2024 FIVB Challenger Cup semifinals, 25-19, 25-15, 25-16, […]
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Palarong Pambansa 2024: Games, results, updates
July 6, 2024
Young Filipino athletes go for glory as the 2024 Palarong Pambansa unfolds in Cebu City
IN CHARTS: Which region has dominated Palarong Pambansa through the years?
July 6, 2024
Palarong Pambansa stands as a symbol of regional pride and competitive spirit. Which region will dominate the 2024 national games?
Puerto Rico dominates Belgium to reach FIVB Challenger Cup Final
July 6, 2024
Puerto Rico showcased its balanced offensive firepower to enter the 2024 FIVB Challenger Cup Final, dominating Belgium, 25-19, 25-15, 25-16 in Saturday’s knockout semifinals at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila. The NORCECA champions will now await the winner between Czechia and Vietnam for the championship and a spot in next year’s Volleyball Nations League. […]
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Gilas Women drop to FIBA 3×3 WS Wuhan QF after tough loss to China
June 29, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas Women bowed to China at the close of the pool phase of the 2024 FIBA 3×3 Women’s Series – Wuhan Stop, losing 21-13, for a 1-2 record on Saturday at Hubei Province Olympic Sports Center in China. In a crucial game against the host to close out pool play, China’s Wan Jiyuan proved […]
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Gilas Boys struggle without Alas, fall to Lithuania in FIBA U-17 World Cup opener
June 29, 2024
By: Ernest Tuazon Offense became an instant worry for Gilas Pilipinas Boys, who are without top scorer Kieffer Alas due to a knee injury, as they began their run in the 2024 FIBA Under-17 World Cup on Saturday, June 29. The No. 37-ranked Philippines was crushed by the world’s 10th best U-17 squad Lithuania, absorbing […]
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With tons of lessons learned, Carlos Yulo goes for glory in Olympic return
June 29, 2024
Carlos Yulo heads into the Paris Games in France with the same medal aspirations, but this time, he is more sure of himself three years after going home empty-handed from his maiden Olympic stint in Tokyo, Japan
Gilas Girls oust Samoa, near Division A promotion in FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup
June 29, 2024
Gilas Girls move on the cusp of the FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup Division B title and a promotion to Division A with a 24-point thrashing of Samoa in the semifinals
Warriors, Chris Paul to push back $30M deadline – reports
June 29, 2024
The delay reportedly gives the Warriors more time to work out a trade centered around veteran guard Chris Paul
Lions Nation MMA partners with Payantog Sports to elevate training facilities
June 29, 2024
Lions Nation MMA has taken a significant step forward by welcoming Payantog Sports as its “new team partner.” The announcement initially came during the camp’s first-anniversary celebration at the Landslide Martial Arts Training Center in La Trinidad, Benguet last June 22. Both entities publicly confirmed their mutual ties a week later. Established in 2015, Payantog […]
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Gilas Girls one win away from promotion after dominant semis triumph over Samoa
June 29, 2024
SHENZHEN – Gilas Girls moved a win away from promotion after advancing to the FIBA U18 Women’s Asia Cup 2023-Division B Final following a 71-47 victory over Samoa in the semis, Saturday at the Futian Sports Park here. The Philippines went off to a hot start before breaking away for good in the fourth they […]
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Who’s Matatag? Meet the Palarong Pambansa 2024 mascot
June 29, 2024
The inspiration for the Palarong Pambansa 2024 mascot Matatag is just as tough and enduring
Entity7 ends Shocker’s, Saxa’s, Tracy’s MSC hopes
June 29, 2024
By: Jan Marcus Montevirgen Entity7 finished at the top on Day 1 of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid-Season Cup (MSC) Wild Card round on Friday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The MPL Latam Season 1 runners-up defeated Justin “Shocker” Guanga’s Zino Zenith, Kenneth “Saxa” Fedelin and Damasco “Tracy” Danielle’s Keep Best Gaming, and S2G Esports […]
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US judge sends Knicks-Raptors dispute to NBA commissioner
June 29, 2024
In a lawsuit, the Knicks accuse their former video, analytics, and player-development assistant of stealing thousands of proprietary files and forwarding them to the Raptors
Back in Paris: 100 years of Philippines’ participation in the Olympics
June 29, 2024
The Philippines marks its historic Olympic return to Paris, 100 years since the country debuted in the world’s biggest sporting event in the French capital
Kieffer Alas out of Gilas Boys’ FIBA U17 World Cup bid
June 29, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas Youth star Kieffer Alas suffers an injury in a tuneup game, just before the Philippines opens its campaign in the FIBA U17 World Cup