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Saad Macapa-ar, UE eager to get back at UST come UAAP Valorant

August 12, 2024
By: Jan Marcus Montevirgen For many students, representing their university in any competition is a source of immense pride, as they carry their school’s name and honor into every tournament they participate in. Saad Macapa-ar, a member of the UE Zenith Esports’ Valorant Team, embodies this pride as he prepares to represent his university in […]
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Roger Gorayeb’s bold move to take Marina Tushova reaps rewards for Capital1

August 12, 2024
By: Ernest Tuazon After a dismal 1-10 record in their maiden conference, coach Roger Gorayeb has become the focal point for leading Capital1 to a much-improved season in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference. The head coach had to make crucial decisions in hopes of seeing the Solar Spikers rise from their poor start in the […]
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Zamboanga reigns supreme, overpowers Macau to win TAT title

August 12, 2024
Zamboanga completed its sweep of The Asian Tournament Grand Finals, overpowering Macau in the championship match, 81-65, in a packed Zamboanga Coliseum last Saturday night. The Valientes used a huge 25-15 fourth-quarter run to finally put away the gutsy Black Bears. They led by as much as 20 points, 81-61, after a DeMarcus Cousins slam […]
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GBoy De Vega, Jan Macam lead UST to revenge victory over NU in V-League

August 11, 2024
By: Ernest Tuazon University of Santo Tomas roared back from a two-game slump with a dramatic 28-26, 20-25, 25-23, 26-24 triumph over National University, exacting revenge on its UAAP tormentors in the V-League Men’s Collegiate Challenge at Paco Arena in Manila on Sunday. Jan Macam led the Golden Spikers with 14 points from 13 attacks, […]
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Perpetual shocks NUNS with last-second win to open NGBL

August 11, 2024
University of Perpetual Help System DALTA opened its Next Generation Basketball League (NGBL) campaign with a stunning victory over UAAP powerhouse National University-Nazareth School. The Junior Altas completed a comeback win against the Bullpups, 75-74, in their Sunday morning clash at the Tanduay Gym in Manila. Leading the way for the Las Piñas cagers were […]
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Alas Women stage comeback vs Indonesia, secure back-to-back SEA V-League bronzes

August 11, 2024
Alas Pilipinas overcame a 1-2 disadvantage to claim a five-set victory, 20-25, 25-20, 16-25, 25-20, 15-10, over Indonesia in the second leg, securing back-to-back bronze finishes in the 2024 Southeast Asian V-League on Sunday in Nakhon Ratchasima, Thailand. Jia De Guzman deployed her whole arsenal in the fifth set, leading a balanced offensive strike that […]
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Ced Domingo credits Taka Minowa for Akari’s impressive start

August 6, 2024
Ced Domingo believes that their key additions, headed by coach Taka Minowa, played a major role in Akari’s surprising start in the 2024 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Reinforced Conference. The Chargers added Minowa, Ivy Lacsina, Camille Victoria, Kamille Cal, Dani Ravena, and American winger Oly Okaro during the offseason, and the results have been nothing […]
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Lauren Hoffman, John Cabang bow out of Paris 2024 hurdles

August 6, 2024
Lauren Hoffman and John Cabang made their respective exits in their Olympic debuts in the women’s 400-meter hurdles and the men’s 100-meter hurdles, each under contrasting circumstances. Hoffman attacked her repechage heat in the longer hurdles event with determination, but it was not enough as she finished last in the second-chance race with a time […]
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Akari remains undefeated, deals Cignal first loss in PVL Reinforced

August 6, 2024
Akari will enter the crossover second round undefeated after dealing Cignal its first loss, 15-25, 25-17, 25-19, 25-22, in the 2024 Premier Volleyball League Reinforced Conference at the Philsports Arena on Tuesday. The Chargers finished their Pool B games at 5-0 while pushing the HD Spikers down to 4-1 for second. Both teams will enter […]
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Allen Durham eager for first PBA championship with Meralco

August 6, 2024
Allen Durham was the happiest when Meralco finally broke through and won its first PBA championship by ruling the Season 48 Philippine Cup. Although he wasn’t with his brothers-in-arms to celebrate due to his commitment in Japan, the three-time Best Import couldn’t be any prouder to see his Bolts strike gold after falling short in […]
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Amet Bituin eyes Rookie of the Year, UAAP championship for FEU

August 6, 2024
A champion back in high school, Amet Bituin aims to make a significant impact for Far Eastern University in his upcoming rookie year in the UAAP Season 87 Men’s Volleyball Tournament. Bituin, who wrapped up his high school career with FEU-Diliman with a Final Four finish in Season 86, played a key role in the […]
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Paris Heartbreak: EJ Obiena falls short, finishes 4th in Olympic pole vault

August 6, 2024
EJ Obiena fell just short of clinching the Philippines’ first Olympic medal in athletics in 88 years, securing a commendable fourth-place finish in the Men’s Pole Vault on Tuesday morning (Manila time) at the Stade de France. With a best jump of 5.90 meters, the 28-year-old pole vaulter once again showcased his extraordinary talent and […]
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Juami Tiongson believes C-Stan, Pringle will fill the void left by Isaac Go, Javi GDL

August 6, 2024
Tune-ups and practices have made Juami Tiongson thrilled with how things could turn for the better for Terrafirma with the presence of “two elite players” around. The Dyip star is filled with excitement about what the upcoming PBA season holds for the club, with former BPCs Christian Standhardinger and Stanley Pringle now on board following […]
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Midlife Halftime: Aira Villegas braces for toughest fight yet in Paris 2024 semis

August 5, 2024
Whatever the result of her bout on Wednesday, 4:18 a.m. (Manila time), Aira Villegas will be coming home to the Philippines as an Olympic medalist. Already assured of a bronze, the Filipina southpaw will be gunning for a final spot when she takes on Buse Naz Çakıroğlu of Turkey in the semifinals. Another win by […]
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NorthPort awaits response from Dave Ildefonso on two-year rookie max deal offer

August 5, 2024
Negotiations remain at a standstill as Dave Ildefonso and NorthPort have yet to find a middle ground with PBA Season 49 fast approaching. According to head coach Bonnie Tan, the Batang Pier have already sent a two-year max deal to their fifth overall pick in the recent Draft, but the team continues to wait for […]
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Floor success clears path for Carlos Yulo’s golden vault routine

August 5, 2024
Heading into the vault final at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on Sunday, Carlos Yulo felt remarkably relaxed. Despite struggling with sleeplessness before the event, his restlessness wasn’t due to nerves but rather excitement about concluding his campaign. “Ako din po, talagang unbelievable din po. Ang wish ko lang po (bago yung event) is maging […]
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