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UAAP Collegiate Chess: Sebastian forces Magpily to resign in B1 as FEU zooms to women’s lead

October 21, 2024

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DEFENDING champion Far Eastern University pulled away from the pack in the women’s division with a dominant 3.5-0.5 victory over De La Salle University in Round 5 of the UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Chess Tournament on Sunday at Adamson Gym. The Lady Tamaraws now lead the standings with eight match points, holding a superior tiebreaker […]
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NCAA POW Chris Hubilla more tactical in second round clash vs San Beda

October 21, 2024

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By: Bjorn del Deade Mapua University entered Sunday’s game with a singular goal in mind: to exact revenge on the defending champion San Beda University who had defeated them in a thrilling first-round matchup, 76-69, in overtime. “Sabi namin, hindi na pwedeng mangyari yung nangyari sa amin sa first round. Ang sakit sa amin noon, […]
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JM Bravo released from hospital, under observation for 3 days

October 21, 2024

Lyceum of the Philippines University’s JM Bravo has been discharged from Cardinal Santos Medical Center on Monday afternoon, two days after suffering a freak accident during the Pirates’ NCAA Season 100 Seniors Basketball Tournament game against Arellano University. Bravo underwent a CT scan (Computed Tomography scan) and an EEG (Electroencephalogram), both of which cleared him […]
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Justin Brownlee eyes redemption against Rondae Hollis-Jefferson

October 21, 2024

Justin Brownlee is set for another duel with Rondae Hollis-Jefferson as a hardcourt rivalry is seemingly brewing between the star imports. The two are bound for what should be a tough battle ahead as Ginebra and TNT will duke it out in the PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup Finals, a rematch of the 2023 championship […]
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UAAP Men’s Football: Dov Cariño’s brace propels Ateneo past UP, to solo lead

October 10, 2024

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DOV Cariño scored twice as Ateneo stunned defending champion University of the Philippines with a 2-0 victory, taking the lead in the UAAP Season 87 collegiate men’s football tournament Thursday night at the UP Football Stadium. With this win, the Blue Eagles brought down another finalist from Season 86, thanks to Cariño’s impressive performance, boosting […]
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Jack Santiago illuminates UE’s path to redemption

October 10, 2024

Following the toughest off-season any team could have ever experienced, many counted out the University of the East’s chances for a deep run in the new UAAP season. It comes as no surprise that year after year, the Red Warriors have faced significant setbacks, dating back to Season 84 when reigning NCAA MVP Clint Escamis […]
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UAAP Men’s Football: FEU rookies shine in rout of La Salle

October 10, 2024

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Rookies Edgar Aban and Theo Libarnes played pivotal roles in Far Eastern University’s 2-0 victory over De La Salle in the UAAP Season 87 collegiate men’s football tournament on Thursday at the UP Football Stadium. Substitute Aban scored a stunning one-touch goal in the 65th minute, extending the Tamaraws’ lead. This marked Aban’s fifth goal […]
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Aris Dimaunahan calls on NU to have ‘a better mindset’ in second round

October 10, 2024

National University saw its seven-year reign in UAAP women’s basketball come to a heartbreaking end last season, as they suffered a come-from-behind loss to the University of Santo Tomas in a winner-take-all Game 3 of the Season 86 finals. With that bitter memory in mind, the Lady Bulldogs are eager to reclaim their throne, and […]
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Frank Muescan praises Jam Rey Mariveles’ growth: ‘He’s reforming’

October 10, 2024

Lorenzo del Carmen

Birthdays are typically a time for rest and celebration, but for Jam Rey Mariveles, his special day was spent on the pitch. He celebrated his 23rd birthday in a match against Adamson University in the UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Men’s Football Tournament last Sunday at the UP Diliman Football Stadium. Mariveles not only helped University […]
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LA Mumar praises Kacey Dela Rosa as a unique force in women’s basketball

October 10, 2024

Justin Valencia

Reigning MVP Kacey Dela Rosa has been a dominant force in the UAAP Season 87 collegiate women’s basketball tournament, and everyone knows it. Despite this being common knowledge among basketball enthusiasts, her head coach at Ateneo de Manila University, LA Mumar, still couldn’t help but praise what Dela Rosa brings to the table for both […]
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Prince Cariño once battled CP Miranda, now credits Denok for spot in FEU-D

October 10, 2024

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Prince Cariño continues to prove why he is one of the most promising talents in the UAAP Season 87 Junior High School Basketball Tournament. The 6-foot-7 center from Quezon City delivered a dominant performance, leading Far Eastern University-Diliman to a 90-83 victory over University of Santo Tomas last Saturday at the SM Mall of Asia […]
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Kem Adeshina proud to see Adamson get rid of ‘bawi, bawi’ mentality

October 10, 2024

Justin Valencia

Victoria Adeshina has been a key player for Adamson University’s Lady Falcons, enduring the heartbreak of the past two seasons before finally experiencing success in the ongoing UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Basketball Tournament. The Nigerian center has been with the team since Season 85, navigating through two frustrating seasons marred by losses before reaping the […]
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Cignal takes on 10 teams in Spikers’ Turf Invitationals bid

October 10, 2024

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The 2024 Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference is set to ignite the men’s volleyball scene with 10 teams battling for supremacy from October 16 to December 15, 2024. With matches scheduled every Sunday, Wednesday, and Friday, the conference will be hosted at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig, the Philsports Arena, and the Filoil EcoOil Centre. […]
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BON CHAN reflects on Blacklist’s challenging MPL season: ‘Hirap mag-unlearn ng nakagisnan’

October 10, 2024

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<e/m> By: Jan Marcus Montevirgen MPL Philippines Season 14 proved to be the toughest challenge yet for Blacklist International, as they underwent a significant roster overhaul, a stark contrast to Season 9 when only Kent “KEVIER” Lopez was brought in to replace Danerie “Wise” Rosario as the team’s jungler. Despite falling short of the playoffs, […]
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Camille Clarin channels wisdom from Jack Animam, former seniors in guiding NU rookies

September 9, 2024

It’s been five years since the batch of Camille Clarin, Angel Surada, and Ann Pingol joined and played for National University. During that time, they’ve racked up multiple UAAP titles in both 5-on-5 and 3×3 basketball. Now, Clarin and her batchmates are no longer the new kids on the block — they are now the […]
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Rookie nerves? No problem for UST’s Karylle Sierba

September 9, 2024

Justin Valencia

Despite an outstanding debut for defending champion University of Santo Tomas (UST), rookie Karylle Sierba knows there’s still room for improvement. The 18-year-old newcomer was one of the most anticipated rookies heading into the UAAP Season 87 women’s basketball tournament, and she didn’t disappoint. Sierba, a product of UST High School, helped lead the Growling […]
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Kacey Dela Rosa draws inspiration from Jack Animam after Gilas team up

September 9, 2024

It had been a long but fruitful off-season for reigning UAAP Women’s Basketball Most Valuable Player, Kacey Dela Rosa. After missing out on the national team window last year, Dela Rosa joined Gilas Women in their campaign at the FIBA Women’s World Cup 2026 Pre-Qualifying Tournament in Rwanda. The experience proved to be an eye-opener […]
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San Miguel eyes Sheldon Mac to replace Jordan Adams

September 9, 2024

San Miguel is looking to make a switch heading into the second half of the 2024 PBA Governors’ Cup group stages. The Beermen have brought in former Washington Wizard Sheldon Mac to replace Jordan Adams. Multiple sources closely monitoring the situation have confirmed this development to Tiebreaker Times. Mac will have his official height measurement […]
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Nard Guerrero focused on La Salle chemistry before NU clash

September 9, 2024

When higher stakes come into play, leaders hope their team can unite and peak at the right moment. This is the mindset of new De La Salle University captain Menard Guerrero, as he led the Green Spikers to a commanding sweep of Perpetual. The victory comes at a crucial time, with La Salle’s next match […]
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Casiey Dongallo makes triumphant comeback after six-month injury layoff

September 9, 2024

Six months. That was how long University of the East (UE) standout Casiey Dongallo had to wait before stepping back onto the Taraflex. After being sidelined by a wrist injury since the start of the V-League Women’s Collegiate Challenge, Dongallo made a triumphant return. She helped UE secure a thrilling five-set victory over Far Eastern […]
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Demetrious Johnson greenlights to stake vacant flyweight title in Danny Kingad-Adriano Moraes II

September 9, 2024

Demetrious Johnson’s retirement opens up a clear pathway to the throne of ONE Championship’s flyweight MMA division. “Mighty Mouse” officially called it quits at last weekend’s ONE 168, making the announcement in front of a jampacked crowd at the 21,000-capacity Ball Arena in Denver, Colorado. Along with his decision to hang up the gloves for […]
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PMNFT edged by Tajikistan in shooutout, ends Merdeka Cup in fourth

September 9, 2024

Lorenzo del Carmen

The Philippine Men’s National Football Team wrapped up its 2024 Merdeka Cup campaign in disappointing fashion, finishing in fourth place after a 4-3 penalty shootout loss to Tajikistan. The match, held Sunday at Bukit Jalil Stadium in Kuala Lumpur, ended in a goalless draw after regulation, forcing a dramatic shootout. Jarvey Gayoso and Jefferson Tabinas […]
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Jayson Castro, 38, shows he’s still a clutch performer

September 9, 2024

TNT found itself facing another tough test given by Converge as the two squads met once more in the PBA Season 49 Governors’ Cup on Sunday night. Fortunately for the Tropang Giga, they have one of their elder statesmen to lean on – and show how much they’ve learned from their previous encounter. On the […]
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Mike Phillips relieved as La Salle steps up despite his ‘off game’

September 8, 2024

Lorenzo del Carmen

Defending champion De La Salle University began its campaign in the UAAP Season 87 Collegiate Basketball Tournament with a narrow 78-75 victory over National University (NU) on Sunday at the SMART Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City. It took a clutch game-winning three-pointer from Kevin Quiambao with just 9.8 seconds left on the clock to secure […]
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La Salle dominates Korea U to rule WUBS

August 12, 2024

De La Salle University delivered a scintillating performance in its last broadcasted game before its title retention quest in the UAAP. The Green Archers routed two-time defending Korean University League champion Korea University, 101-86, to claim the 2024 World University Basketball Series title on Monday evening at Yoyogi National Stadium Second Gymnasium in Tokyo, Japan. […]
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NU computer engineering soph steps up as Bulldogs’ captain in historic UAAP Valorant

August 12, 2024

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By: Jan Marcus Montevirgen In a twist of fate, Julian Andrei Villanueva finds himself thrust into an unexpected role at a historic moment for National University. As the Valorant team captain of the Bulldogs, Villanueva is not just preparing for the inaugural UAAP Esports Tournament; he is leading the school into uncharted territory. This groundbreaking […]
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NU Lady Bulldogs to represent PH in VTV Cup

August 12, 2024

Justin Valencia

National University will represent the Philippines in the 2024 VTV International Women’s Volleyball Cup. The organizers announced on Monday that the Lady Bulldogs have replaced the University of Indonesia in the annual tournament organized by the Volleyball Federation of Vietnam and sponsored by Vietnam Television. Last Saturday, NU withdrew from the 2024 V-League Women’s Collegiate […]
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Odjie Mamon sees vast potential in JJ Macam, UST rookies amid V-League battles

August 12, 2024

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By: Ernest Tuazon While University of Santo Tomas got off to a slow start in the 2024 V-League Men’s Collegiate Challenge by dropping its first two games, the España-based squad found a positive note in the strong performance of rookie JJ Macam. Macam scored 31 points in his first two games of the pre-season tilt, […]
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Saad Macapa-ar, UE eager to get back at UST come UAAP Valorant

August 12, 2024

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

Justin Valencia

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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