Category Archives: Sports

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”

By Jonas Terrado Games Sunday (Smart Araneta Coliseum) 4:30 p.m. — Alaska vs Meralco 6:45 p.m. — Ginebra vs San Miguel Games Monday (Smart Araneta Coliseum) 4:30 p.m. — NorthPort vs NLEX 7 p.m. — TNT KaTropa vs Magnolia ANTIPOLO CITY — TNT KaTropa survived the comeback of beleaguered San Miguel Beer 114-109 to secureContinue reading “PBA: TNT survives troubled SMB to clinch last QF bonus”

By Kristel Satumbaga Game Saturday (Mall of Asia Arena) 12 noon – UST vs NU (women’s) National University’s Angel Surada, left, makes her move against University of Santo Tomas. (UAAP Images) National University escaped the claws of University of Santo Tomas 70-65 on Wednesday to take Game 1 of the UAAP season 82 women’s basketballContinue reading “UAAP women’s basketball finals: Lady Bulldogs take Game 1 vs Tigresses”

By Waylon Galvez and Jonas Terrado San Miguel Beer’s management Wednesday announced the indefinite suspensions on erring players Arwind Santos, Kelly Nabong and Ronald Tubid after a fight broke out during the team’s practice session last Nov. 17. Members of the San Miguel Beermen gather before the start of a recent PBA Governors’ Cup game.Continue reading “PBA: SMB management lowers boom on Arwind Santos, Kelly Nabong, Ronald Tubid with indefinite suspension”

By Kristel Satumbaga Ateneo showed it was a cut above the rest by besting University of Santo Tomas 86-79 in Game 2 of the finals Wednesday  night for a title sweep in UAAP Season 82 men’s basketball at the Mall of Asia Arena. FINALS MVP — Ateneo’s Thirdy Ravena, named Finals MVP for the thirdContinue reading “UAAP Finals: Hail, Blue Eagles! Ateneo turns back UST for historic sweep, three-peat”

By Jonas Terrado ANTIPOLO CITY — Alaska capped off its big turnaround from a 0-5 start with a 106-90 rout of top seed NLEX to secure the last quarterfinals berth Wednesday in the PBA Governors’ Cup at the Ynares Center here. HOUSE ON FIRE — Alaska’s Franko House, left, tries to get past NLEX’s JRContinue reading “PBA: Aces, Jeffrey Cariaso reach quarters in rout of NLEX”

By Nick Giongco Only lightweight Charly Suarez, middleweight Eumir Marcial and Fil-British light-heavyweight John Marvin are assured of slots on the team that will compete in the boxing competitions of the 30th Southeast Asian Games in December. Charly Suarez eyes SEAG gold. (Nick Giongco) There will be eight divisions in the men’s class and thoseContinue reading “SEA Games: Boxing slots still up for grabs”