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By Jonas Terrado Gilas Pilipinas Women Coach Pat Aquino believes the series of lopsided defeats in the recent FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament will help toughen up the national cagebelles in the 30th Southeast Asian Games. Janine Pontejos, Jack Animam and Afril Bernardino pose prior to Gilas Pilipinas’ campaign in the recent FIBA Olympic Pre-Qualifying Tournament.Continue reading “Olympic Pre-Qualifying stint good warmup for SEA Games, says Gilas women’s coach”

By the Associated Press LOS ANGELES — With Kawhi Leonard, Paul George and Lou Williams on the court, the Boston Celtics had to pick someone to leave unguarded. They chose Patrick Beverley and he made them pay. Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George, left, and forward Kawhi Leonard stand on the court during the secondContinue reading “NBA: Clippers edge Celtics in OT with Kawhi Leonard, Paul George”

University of Santo Tomas turned a heartbreaking loss into another championship, taking down rival National University 2-1 in the best-of-three Finals Wednesday at the Blue Eagle Gym. The UST Tiger Paddlers bag back-to-back title in UAAP Season 82 men’s table tennis at the Blue Eagle Gym. (UAAP Images) This is the Tiger Paddlers’ second straightContinue reading “UAAP men’s table tennis: UST repeats over NU, takes back-to-back crown”

University of Santo Tomas needed to fend off first-time finalist Ateneo in two grueling ties to bag their 13th UAAP women’s table tennis title Wednesday at the Blue Eagle Gym. The UST Tigress Paddlers bag the UAAP Season 82 women’s table tennis title at the Blue Eagly Gym. (UAAP Images) “Masaya kasi ang pinaka-aim ngContinue reading “UAAP women’s table tennis: UST claws Ateneo, roars to 13th title”

By Kristel Satumbaga Dreams came true for coach Tab Baldwin and the Ateneo Blue Eagles when they hoisted the UAAP season 82 men’s basketball championship trophy Wednesday night at the Mall of Asia Arena. The Ateneo Blue Eagles celebrate after defeating the UST Growling Tigers in Game 2 of the UAAP Season 82 Finals atContinue reading “UAAP: Historic feat in Season 82, dream come true for Eagles”

By Nick Giongco MP Promotions head Sean Gibbons, center, drops by the training camp of world champ Jerwin Ancajas, right, and ex-world champ Marlon Tapales in Carson, CA. Two top Filipino punchers booked to figure in key fights on Dec. 7 – world champion Jerwin Ancajas in Puebla, Mexico and ex-world titleholder Marlon Tapales inContinue reading “Jerwin Ancajas, Marlon Tapales step up US training”

By Kristel Satumbaga University of Santo Tomas may have eclipsed last season’s performance in UAAP men’s basketball, but coach Aldin Ayo said it hurts to come this close to winning the title only to fall short. UST head coach Aldin Ayo reacts after the UST Growling Tigers yielded to the Ateneo Blue Eagles in GameContinue reading “UAAP: Hurts so bad – Aldin Ayo”

By Jonas Terrado History could repeat itself for the Grand Slam-seeking San Miguel Beermen as they will have to hurdle the dreaded twice-to-beat disadvantage against Barangay Ginebra San Miguel in the PBA Governors’ Cup quarterfinals. From left, San Miguel’s June Mar Fajardo, Chris Ross, John Holland, Alex Cabagnot and Kelly Nabong huddle during their matchContinue reading “PBA: Once again, Grand Slam bid in jeopardy for San Miguel”

By Armando Fenequito Jr. DAVAO CITY – In response to a former athlete’s critical tweet, Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) Chairman William Ramirez asserts that the government is spending adequate funds for the nation’s athletes. Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) chairman Butch Ramirez speaks at the send-off of athletes for the 30th SEA Games at the RizalContinue reading “PSC chair: We are spending more on country’s athletes”

By Jonas Terrado ANTIPOLO CITY — San Miguel Beer coach Leo Austria said management’s decision to suspend Arwind Santos, Kelly Nabong and Ronald Tubid indefinitely should serve as a strong reminder for the team still reeling from a fight that marred a recent practice session. San Miguel Beer coach Leo Austria. (PBA Images) The BeermenContinue reading “Beermen coach on suspensions: No one is above the team”