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NorthPort looks to move Jio Jalalon to Blackwater in pending deal for Justin Chua

September 8, 2025
Northport and Blackwater are finalizing a swap that would send Jio Jalalon to the Bossing in exchange for Justin Chua. Trade papers have already been submitted to the PBA office and are now awaiting approval, according to multiple sources closely monitoring the situation. Jalalon’s contract is set to expire on September 30, after which he […]
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Tim Cone hopes Sonny Estil’s fairytale blossoms at Ginebra

September 8, 2025
Sonny Estil flew under the radar of Ginebra, but everything changed because of the PBA Season 50 Draft Combine — much to his delight, of course. Head coach Tim Cone himself admitted as much after the Kings picked the relatively unknown cager during the first round of the selection proceedings on Sunday in a move […]
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Frigoni: ‘We have nothing to lose’ as Alas Men open World Championship bid

September 8, 2025
Alas Pilipinas enters the 2025 FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship with nothing to lose and everything to fight for. Ranked second-lowest in the 32-nation field, the Filipinos carry no heavy expectations—only the hunger to prove themselves. For Italian head coach Angiolino Frigoni, the pressure rests not on his squad, but on their seasoned opponents who […]
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Yeng Guiao hopes to find next Clarito or Nocum in 8-man rookie class

September 8, 2025
Rain or Shine made the most out of its opportunities, so why the team got quite a haul during the recent PBA Season 50 Draft. Coach Yeng Guiao offered his comments after the Elasto Painters picked a total of eight players in the selection proceedings, including five in the first two rounds. “We just wanted […]
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Philippines ready to make history as Men’s World Championship host

September 8, 2025
The Philippines is ready to welcome the world as it plays host for the very first time to the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship, set from September 12 to 28 at the Mall of Asia Arena and Smart Araneta Coliseum. The prestigious tournament will gather 32 nations, marking a historic milestone for Philippine volleyball. “We […]
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UP lands Fil-Canadian guard Elliot Dimaculangan for UAAP 89

September 8, 2025
With the impending departures of top University of the Philippines guards Gerry Abadiano, Harold Alarcon, Terrence Fortea, and Janjan Felicilda, the Fighting Maroons are already preparing for life after the so-called “Maroon 5.” Less than two weeks before the start of the UAAP Season 88 Men’s Basketball Tournament, defending champion UP secured the commitment of […]
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Alleiah Malaluan gets her championship moment with PLDT

August 31, 2025
From longing on the sidelines to lifting a trophy on center court, rookie Alleiah Malaluan finally traded the pain of missing PLDT’s last championship for the joy of helping the High Speed Hitters capture the PVL Invitational crown. Malaluan was forced to sit out the PVL On Tour finale while fulfilling her duties with Alas […]
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Savi Davison finally shares championship joy with family

August 31, 2025
Savannah Davison had already tasted the sweetness of a championship, but not its fullness. The first time PLDT stood on top during the PVL On Tour, she could only steal a fleeting glance at her family from afar—close enough to see, yet too distant to truly feel the moment with them. This time, under the […]
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Kath Arado makes PVL history as first libero to win Final MVP

August 31, 2025
Kath Arado etched her name in history on Sunday night, becoming the first-ever libero to capture the Finals Most Valuable Player award in the Premier Volleyball League. The defensive specialist anchored PLDT with her trademark floor defense, steering the High Speed Hitters to the 2025 PVL Invitational Conference championship. She capped the night with a […]
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Savannah Davison’s grind pays off with long-awaited PVL MVP honor

August 31, 2025
For years, Savannah Davison had been the relentless spark for PLDT — a high-flying scorer, a tireless defender, and the emotional heartbeat of the High Speed Hitters. On Sunday night at the Smart Araneta Coliseum, her grind finally reached its pinnacle. At long last, the Fil-Canadian star claimed her first-ever Premier Volleyball League Most Valuable […]
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Gilas Boys suffer first loss to Chinese Taipei in 12 years at U16 Asia Cup

August 31, 2025
A slow start and a lack of perimeter offense doomed Gilas Pilipinas Boys, who absorbed a 106-82 defeat at the hands of Chinese Taipei to open the FIBA Under-16 Asia Cup 2025 on Sunday evening at the Buyant Ukhaa Sport Complex in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Despite parading the same core that delivered the Philippines its sixth […]
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High Speed Hitters Soar: PLDT bags back-to-back PVL titles

August 31, 2025
PLDT endured nothing but pain and heartbreak in its first 10 conferences in the Premier Volleyball League, but now the High Speed Hitters have finally arrived—and they don’t look ready to stop winning anytime soon. Once a team that struggled to break through, PLDT has suddenly become the league’s newest powerhouse, bagging back-to-back titles in […]
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