Creamline blanks Akari to rule PVL Reinforced Conference
September 4, 2024
Multi-titled Creamline gave Akari its first and only loss in the conference, all the way to reigning supreme in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference.
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Caram provides power as injury-plagued Meralco zaps Converge to stretch win streak
September 4, 2024
Anjo Caram steps up in the absence of injured guards Allein Maliksi and Aaron Black as Meralco overcomes a shaky start in its thrashing of Converge
PREVIEW: Letran Knights back with revitalized Arriba spirit
September 4, 2024
Last season was a rollercoaster ride for the Muralla crew and come NCAA Season 100, the rejigged Knights, who once ruled the men's basketball tourney for three consecutive seasons, would like to get back on top.
PBA: Meralco overcomes Converge for third straight win
September 4, 2024
The Meralco Bolts overcame the Converge FiberXers, 116-88, for its third straight win in the PBA Governors' Cup on Wednesday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.
PVL: Cignal stages fourth set comeback vs PLDT to claim 5th bronze medal
September 4, 2024
Cignal crawled back from five points down in the pivotal fourth set to complete a 20-25, 25-19, 25-18, 25-23 victory over PLDT and clinch the bronze medal in the 2024 PVL Reinforced Conference.
Blu Girls stun Ireland to finish fifth in U18 Softball World Cup
September 4, 2024
The Philippines' Blu Girls salvaged a fifth place finish in the WBSC U-18 Women"s Softball World Cup Group C after blanking Ireland, 4-0, to close out its campaign on late Monday in Dallas, USA.
Tab Baldwin on reports linking him to New Zealand national team: ‘Just speculations’
September 4, 2024
Ateneo de Manila University head coach Tab Baldwin described as 'speculation' the talk about him being in contention to become head coach of the New Zealand men's basketball team.
PVL: Akari ‘saddened’ by threats to players, coaches, but ‘will not be intimidated’
September 4, 2024
The Akari Chargers on Wednesday said they were "saddened" by the threats directed to their players and coaches, but "will not be intimidated," especially as the team competes in the finals of the PVL Reinforced Conference on Wednesday night.
UAAP revises eligibility rule for transfers of student-athletes to other member schools
September 4, 2024
The University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) announced on Wednesday its revised rule on eligibility of transferring student-athletes from one member school to another.
PREVIEW: LPU Pirates eyeing to go all the way in historic NCAA centennial hosting
September 4, 2024
The crown was almost within Lyceum of the Philippines University's reach in NCAA Season 99 when the Pirates booked a twice-to-beat berth in the semifinals opposite San Beda University.
NCAA set to change eligibility rules, lower maximum age
September 4, 2024
The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) is set to impose changes in eligibility rules, particularly on an athlete's maximum age to play in the league.
Valiant stand not enough as Gilas Boys fall to Jordan in FIBA U18 Asia Cup
September 4, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas Boys kept it close the whole game but could not close it out against lower-ranked Jordan, absorbing a 62-56 loss in the 2024 FIBA U18 Asia Cup on early Wednesday in Amman, Jordan.
Carlos Yulo gets two lots from POC; Petecio, Villegas get houses, too
September 4, 2024
Filipino Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo received not just one, but two houses and lots from the Philippine Olympic Committee, as the latter delivered on its promise for Olympic gold medalists.
Jonathan Manalili to miss Letran’s redemption campaign in NCAA Season 100
September 2, 2024
Highly-touted young guard Jonathan Manalili won't be around when Colegio de San Juan de Letran kicks off its redemption bid in the NCAA Season 100 that starts this Saturday.
Filipino Ernie Gawilan advances to 400m freestyle finals in Paris Paralympics
September 2, 2024
Ernie Gawilan proved why he's one of Asia's best para swimmers after impressing in the heats round of men's 400m freestyle S7 at the 2024 Paris Paralympics on Monday at the Paris La Defense Arena.
Gawilan emerges 3rd best qualifier in swimming finals
September 2, 2024
By MARK REY MONTEJO Para swimmer Ernie Gawilan advanced to the final round of the men’s 400m-S7 event after topping his heat, a feat that lifted the country’s spirit for a first-ever podium finish in the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games at La Defense Arena ...
Ifugao’s Carl Martin battles Salas in Mexico
September 2, 2024
Carl Jammes Martin will be making his much awaited debut on American continent when he battles Mexican battle-tested Anthony Jimenez Salas in a non-title super bantamweight bout on Friday at Culican, Sinoloa, Mexico. The 25-year-old Lagawe, Ifugao warr...
Eala vies in Mexico, battles American in 1st round
September 2, 2024
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA Alex Eala resumes her campaign in the Women’s Tennis Professionals (WTA) circuit when she competes in the Guadalajara 125 Open in Mexico starting Tuesday, Sept. 3. The 19-year-old Eala is scheduled to meet American Vi...
Tiafoe secures third straight US Open quarters berth, beats Popyrin in four sets
September 2, 2024
By ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK (AP) — Frances Tiafoe returned to the U.S. Open quarterfinals for the third straight year, beating Alexei Popyrin, 6-4, 7-6 (3), 2-6, 6-3, on Sunday night, Sept. 1. The No. 20 seed will attempt to match the best Gran...
Storm ‘Enteng’ washes out PVL, JPGT, MPBL matches
September 2, 2024
By KRISTEL SATUMBAGA The Premier Volleyball League has postponed the highly anticipated showdown between unbeaten Akari and multi-titled Creamline for the Reinforced Conference crown due to severe weather conditions brought about by Tropi...
Gilas Boys star Andy Gemao to miss FIBA U18 Asia Cup due to fractured hand
September 2, 2024
Gilas Pilipinas Boys will compete in the 2024 FIBA U18 Asia Cup with a depleted roster after rising star Andy Gemao was ruled out for the tournament due to an injury.
PVL postpones Creamline-Akari finals due to Enteng
September 2, 2024
The PVL has decided to postpone the Reinforced Conference finals match between Creamline and Akari originally scheduled today, September 2, due to the Tropical Storm Enteng.
PLDT says PVL ‘junked’ protest on crucial non-call in semis match vs Akari
September 1, 2024
The PLDT High Speed Hitters said the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) "junked" its protest on the crucial non-call of the league's referee during the semifinals match against the Akari Chargers on Saturday.
PBA: Meralco survives late NorthPort rally for third win
September 1, 2024
The Meralco Bolts survived a late rally from the NorthPort Batang Pier, 109-99, on Sunday for their third win in the PBA Governors' Cup at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in Manila.
PBA: Jerrick Ahanmisi shows way in Magnolia win vs. Terrafirma
September 1, 2024
Jerrick Ahanmisi clicked from beyond the two arcs, steering Magnolia to a morale-boosting 124-103 victory over Terrafirma as they got back on track in the PBA Season 49 Governors' Cup on Sunday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.
PREVIEW: Veteran-laden battalion toughens up EAC Generals in hunt for glory
September 1, 2024
Luckily for EAC head coach Jerson Cabiltes, he has the necessary pieces to solve the Generals' long-standing puzzle.
PREVIEW: All in with Olsen Racela as Perpetual Altas parade buffed roster
September 1, 2024
It's going to be a youth movement for University of Perpetual Help System DALTA when the Altas unfurl a new campaign in NCAA Season 100.
‘Better’ Allen Liwag set for NCAA return, this time with Benilde
September 1, 2024
A 'better' Allen Liwag is making his return to the NCAA.
PVL explains crucial non-call in PLDT-Akari semis clash; High Speed Hitters to file protest
September 1, 2024
The PVL cleared the air on the crucial non-call during the fifth set of the knockout semifinals match between PLDT and Akari on Saturday night, which eventually saw the Chargers cruising to the finals for the first time ever.
Jannik Sinner secures safe passage at US Open as Iga Swiatek rolls on
September 1, 2024
Jannik Sinner reached the fourth round of the US Open, avoiding the fate as his main rivals, while fellow top seed Iga Swiatek gained momentum in her bid for a sixth Grand Slam title after a pep talk from Serena Williams on Saturday.
Serena Williams returns to US Open – as a fan
September 1, 2024
Serena Williams set Flushing Meadows abuzz on Saturday as the 23-time major winner appeared at the US Open - as a fan - for the first time since stepping away from tennis two years ago.
PVL: Creamline completes epic comeback vs Cignal, arranges finals duel vs. Akari
August 31, 2024
Creamline displayed endgame composure to overcome Cignal, 20-25, 26-28, 25-18, 27-25, 15-13, and seal its spot in the championship round against Akari in the PVL Reinforced Conference.
PBA: NLEX escapes in OT thriller, deals San Miguel back-to-back losses
August 31, 2024
NLEX was unable to finish the job in regulation, but did it in extra period with a 112-108 overtime victory over San Miguel to regain its winning ways in the PBA Season 49 Governors' Cup.
Paris Paralympics to showcase disability sport in City of Light
August 27, 2024
The Paris Paralympics begin on Wednesday with a spectacular opening ceremony in a city still on a high after the highly successful Olympics. A new generation of Paralympians will join seasoned veterans competing in many of the same venues that hosted O...
Ex-Azkals coach Sven-Goran Eriksson dies at 76
August 26, 2024
Swedish football manager Sven-Goran Eriksson, who became the first foreigner to lead the England national team, died on Monday at the age of 76.
Kyle Kuzma expected ‘crazy’ reception in PH thanks to pals Clarkson, Green
August 26, 2024
Kyle Kuzma's recent arrival in the Philippines may be his first time visiting the country, but the NBA star said he has always known about it from a few people in his circle.
Japan, Iran the big winners in Asian Karate Youth tournament in Manila
August 26, 2024
Japan and Iran emerged as the top nations in the recently-concluded 22nd Asian Cadet, Juniors, and Under-21 Karate Championships last weekend at the PhilSports Arena.
Prizes, awards given to Yulo exempt from income tax — BIR
August 26, 2024
The prizes and awards given to Filipino athlete and two-time Olympic gold medalist Carlos Yulo -- including gifts and donations from private entities -- are exempt from income tax, the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) clarified Monday.