Game Changers: The top stories in Philippine sports in 2023 (Part 2)
December 30, 2023
From upset wins to historic triumphs to inspiring championship runs, 2023 had no shortage of stories to tell in Philippine sports.
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Jared Bahay rethinks college choice, weighs options beyond UP
December 30, 2023
Jared Bahay might not be heading to University of the Philippines. According to multiple sources close to Bahay and his family, he is considering other opportunities for the next level of his basketball career. Specific reasons for the change of heart were not disclosed, but a combination of academic factors, recent college basketball results, and […]
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Healthy Scottie back as Ginebra gets stronger in Commissioner’s Cup
December 30, 2023
BARANGAY Ginebra is back in the thick of things for a top four finish in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) Commissioner’s Cup.
Philippine golf flourishes, evolves into dynamic multi-circuit event
December 30, 2023
LOCAL golf—in contemplation of what could have been in the absence of the pandemic—has not only weathered the storm but has also flourished and evolved into a dynamic multi-circuit with the addition of the Philippine Golf Tour Asia (PGTA).
Each and every fiber in EJ’s muscles counts
December 30, 2023
CHRISTMAS and New Year are no days off for Paris Olympics-bound Ernest John “EJ” Obiena who’s currently in Dubai for an important pre-season training under the watchful eyes of long-time coach and confidante Jim Lafferty.
KBL: Rhenz Abando out with injuries after sustaining fractures, concussion –report
December 29, 2023
Rhenz Abando is expected to be sidelined for a while for the Anyang KGC after sustaining injuries during their away game against Goyang Sono on Thursday, December 28, at the Goyang Sono Arena.
Rhenz Abando suffers concussion, fractured lower back bones
December 29, 2023
Rhenz Abando will be out for a while for Anyang Jung Kwan Jang, the defending KBL champions. The Asian import suffered fractures to his 3rd and 4th lumbar vertebrae, a sprained wrist, and a concussion during the Red Boosters’ game against the Goyang Sono Skygunners. The injury occurred with 4:24 left in the second quarter […]
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Francis Lopez on Subic carnival incident: No excuse for what we did
December 29, 2023
For Francis Lopez of the University of the Philippines, there is "no excuse" for what he did to an employee of a carnival that the Fighting Maroons visited in Subic.
Ivy Lacsina joins Nxled following F2 Logistics’ PVL exit
December 29, 2023
The busy offseason has started for Nxled as the Chameleons secured the commitment of prized volleyball star Ivy Lacsina ahead of the 2024 season of the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) in February.
Morente, Mendrez announce departure from PLDT
December 29, 2023
As they bid 2023 goodbye, Michelle Morente and Mean Mendrez announced their exit from the PLDT High Speed Hitters with only months away from the new season of the Premier Volleyball League in February.
Lopez, Cansino personally apologize to carnival worker
December 29, 2023
CJ Cansino and Francis Lopez personally extended their apologies to Jomari Aquino, the employee at the Horror Train of the Subic Fiesta Carnival. The apologies came in the wake of an unfortunate incident during the UP Fighting Maroons’ recent visit to the Subic Bay Freeport, where Lopez was captured on video attempting to remove Aquino’s […]
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Ivy Lacsina signs with Nxled
December 29, 2023
Ivy Lacsina is the second F2 Logistics Cargo Mover to find a new home after signing with Nxled, the team announced on Friday evening. Lacsina, who showcased her versatility over the past season after being converted from a middle blocker to a wing spiker, is set to reinforce a young Chameleons side that finished ninth […]
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Migs Oczon leaves for Korea as he joins Ulsan in KBL
December 29, 2023
Migs Oczon is tipped to open a new chapter in his rising career as he flew to South Korea today to join his new squad Ulsan Hyundai Mobis Phoebus in the Korean Basketball League (KBL).
Game Changers: The top stories in Philippine sports in 2023 (Part 1)
December 29, 2023
From upset wins to historic triumphs to inspiring championship runs, 2023 had no shortage of stories to tell in Philippine sports.
NBA: Balanced scoring propels Lakers past Hornets
December 29, 2023
Anthony Davis scored 26 points with eight rebounds and four blocks, LeBron James added 17 points with 11 assists and the Los Angeles Lakers earned a much-needed 133-112 victory over the visiting Charlotte Hornets.
NBA: Heat cool off Warriors, win another road game
December 29, 2023
Tyler Herro led a balanced attack with a game-high 26 points and the Miami Heat opened a five-game Western swing with a 114-102 handcuffing of the Golden State Warriors in San Francisco.
NCAA: San Beda volleyball secures commitment of setter Patricia Hiponia
December 29, 2023
The San Beda women's volleyball team continued to load up its roster as the Lady Red Spikers got the commitment of prized setter Patricia Grace Hiponia.
NBA: Anthony Edwards puts up 44 as Wolves best Mavs
December 29, 2023
Anthony Edwards scored a season-high 44 points to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 118-110 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Thursday night in Minneapolis.
NBA: Down 21, Celtics rally to deal Pistons their 28th straight loss
December 29, 2023
The Boston Celtics overcame a 21-point deficit and raised their home record to 15-0 by beating the Detroit Pistons 128-122 in overtime Thursday night.
PVL: Taka Minowa tapped as head of operations for Akari, Nxled
December 29, 2023
Japanese coach Taka Minowa is set to take on a much bigger role come 2024 as he has been promoted to director of volleyball operations for Akari and Nxled in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL).
Kai Sotto joins B.League’s Yokohama B-Corsairs on loan
December 29, 2023
Fillipino center Kai Sotto will join the Yokohama B-Corsairs on loan from his Japan B.League team, the Hiroshima Dragonflies, until the end of the 2023-24 season.
Taka Minowa promoted to Akari, Nxled head of volleyball ops
December 28, 2023
Japanese head coach Taka Minowa is poised to assume a more significant role in the upcoming 2024 season of the Premier Volleyball League. Akari has announced that Minowa, who guided Nxled to an impressive debut in the Second All-Filipino Conference, has been appointed as the Director of Volleyball Operations for both the Chargers and the […]
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NBA: Thunder’s key trio trigger victory over Knicks
December 28, 2023
Jalen Williams scored a career-high 36 and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander also finished with 36 points as the host Oklahoma City Thunder beat the New York Knicks 129-120 on Wednesday.
NBA: Sixers’ balanced attack too strong for Magic
December 28, 2023
Tyrese Maxey scored 23 points to lead six players in double figures as the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the host Orlando Magic 112-92 on Wednesday.
NBA: Kevin Durant’s triple-double leads Suns past Rockets
December 28, 2023
Kevin Durant produced a triple-double that included a career-high-tying 16 assists while Devin Booker and Eric Gordon combined for 47 points as the Phoenix Suns rolled to a 129-113 road victory over Houston Rockets on Wednesday.
NBA: Raptors end skid with drubbing of Wizards
December 28, 2023
OG Anunoby scored 26 points and Pascal Siakam added 22 points and a season-high 11 assists as the visiting Toronto Raptors snapped a three-game losing streak with a 132-102 win over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday.
NBA approves sale of Dallas Mavericks
December 28, 2023
The NBA approved Mark Cuban's sale of his majority stake in the Dallas Mavericks to the families that run the Las Vegas Sands casino resort company.
NBA: Nuggets’ Aaron Gordon sidelined with dog bite injuries
December 28, 2023
The Denver Nuggets will be without power forward Aaron Gordon indefinitely as he recovers from dog bite injuries to his face and hand, the NBA team said Wednesday.
Mike Nieto scores big with engagement to long-time love
December 27, 2023
Wednesday evening marked a significant moment in the life of Mike Nieto, as he successfully proposed to his long-time girlfriend, Aimee Lontok, at their favorite restaurant, Fatseed in Uptown Center. Nieto left no room for doubt as he reserved the entire restaurant for the romantic occasion, creating an intimate and unforgettable atmosphere for the special […]
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EASL: Seoul SK makes great escape of Meralco for share of 2nd
December 27, 2023
Seoul SK averted a meltdown on Wednesday evening, escaping Meralco, 81-80, to rise for a share of second in the 2023-24 East Asia Super League season at Philsports Arena in Pasig. Up by as much as 12 points, 74-62, early in the final frame, the Bolts stormed back with a silent yet exhilarating rally to […]
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No holiday break for Pacio as he prepares for Brooks rematch
December 27, 2023
Joshua “The Passion” Pacio has no other plan for the holidays aside from training his hardest in his bid to reclaim his ONE Strawweight MMA World Championship. “There will be no Christmas or New Year for me. I want to make sure that I come into camp la...
UP star Francis Lopez apologetic after mask-grabbing incident
December 26, 2023
'I am sorry for any harm that I have caused and I am committed to learning from this experience,' says UP star Francis Lopez, who has been in hot water after grabbing the mask of a carnival employee
Tapales concedes Inoue too fast, skillful after TKO loss in unification bout
December 26, 2023
Filipino Marlon Tapales yields his WBA and IBF titles as Japanese Naoya Inoue stays undefeated and becomes the undisputed super bantamweight world champion
Tapales falls in 10th as Inoue unifies super bantam with TKO win
December 26, 2023
Naoya Inoue proves why he is one of the best closers in boxing as he unifies the super bantamweight division with a technical knockout masterclass against Marlon Tapales
2023 showed how basketball should be played
December 26, 2023
The success of Gilas Women, the coronation of new UAAP men's and women's champions, and the country's hosting of the FIBA World Cup highlight a colorful year for Philippine basketball
Rondae Hollis-Jefferson done for conference as brother Rahlir takes TNT spot
December 26, 2023
TNT takes a conservative approach on 'fragile' import Rondae Hollis-Jefferson after he suffered a bad fall
Officials virtually monitoring Draymond Green’s progress amid suspension – report
December 26, 2023
Warriors veteran Draymond Green is serving an indefinite suspension after hitting Suns big man Jusuf Nurkic, marking the third time he got ejected this season
Luka Doncic lights up Suns with 50-15 line on Christmas to notch scoring milestone
December 26, 2023
Mavericks star Luka Doncic joins the NBA's 10,000-point club, matching Hall of Famer Bob McAdoo for seventh fastest in league history