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RJ Abarrientos ready to battle childhood hero Jayson Castro

October 21, 2024
RJ Abarrientos is heading to his first-ever PBA Finals in his maiden conference in the league. His Barangay Ginebra earned the right to challenge TNT for the Governors’ Cup crown in a rematch of their 2023 championship bout. This also means that the 25-year-old playmaker is set to face some of his other childhood idols […]
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Brusko dedicates first MPL title to late grandmother: ‘La, panoorin mo ako sa langit’

October 21, 2024
Like many athletes, Borris “Brusko” Parro dedicates his game to his family, recognizing the sacrifices they’ve made for his love and passion for the sport. For Brusko, this dedication became even more personal as he offered his first-ever championship title to honor his grandmother, who passed away just before the playoffs began. The 21-year-old roamer’s […]
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Blacklist falls to lower bracket as BOOM exits HoK Championship

October 21, 2024
Blacklist International was sent down to the lower bracket, while BOOM Esports bowed out of the Honor of Kings Championship 2024 following gut-wrenching losses at the MGP Space in Jakarta, Indonesia last Sunday. The Tier One-backed squad – who ranked second during the Philippine qualifiers held last month – suffered a deflating 3-0 loss against […]
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UAAP High School Chess: FEU-Diliman dominates Round 4 with perfect shutouts

October 21, 2024
FAR EASTERN University-Diliman dominated the competition, securing identical shutout victories to maintain top spot in both the boys’ and girls’ divisions at the conclusion of Round 4 of the UAAP Season 87 High School Chess Tournament on Sunday at the Adamson gym. Before taking a bye in the next round, FEU-D ensured a clean sweep […]
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UAAP Collegiate Chess: Sebastian forces Magpily to resign in B1 as FEU zooms to women’s lead

October 21, 2024
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
<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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