By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Arah Panique made her presence felt offensively as National University (NU) opened its UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball title defense with a 25-23, 25-19, 23-25, 26-24 victory over University of Santo Tomas (UST) at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City on Sunday, February 15. Panique finished with …
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Adamson makes quick work of Ateneo to open Season 88 on winning note
Adamson University made quick work of Ateneo de Manila University to open its UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball campaign on a winning note. The Lady Falcons posted a commanding 25-19, 25-18, 25-10 victory over the Blue Eagles at the Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City, with sophomore Shaina Nitura once again leading the charge. …
LeBron still unclear on NBA future
LeBron James has no clue if he will play beyond this season, his record 23rd in the NBA, but the superstar has some projects in mind for his retirement days. The 41-year-old Los Angeles Lakers forward spoke ahead of the NBA All-Star Game, saying his playing future beyond this season remains uncertain. “Yeah, I want …
Canino, DLSU sweep FEU
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Angel Canino delivered an all-around performance as De La Salle University (DLSU) opened its UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball campaign with a 25-19, 25-14, 27-25 sweep of Far Eastern University (FEU) at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City on Saturday night, February 14. Canino finished with 15 …
Johnson wins dunk contest; Lillard wins 3rd 3-point
Keshad Johnson of the Miami Heat has not started a game this season, Damian Lillard of the Portland Trail Blazers has not played in one, and yet both made their impact on All-Star Weekend. Johnson delivered the defining moment of his short, two-season NBA career so far when he won the Slam Dunk competition over …
Espina powers San Beda past CSB in NCAA
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense setter Gina Espina anchored San Beda University’s offense as the Lady Red Spikers outlasted defending champion College of St. Benilde (CSB) Lady Blazers, 21-25, 25-19, 20-25, 25-18, 15-12, in the NCAA Season 101 women’s volleyball tournament at the San Andres Sports Complex on Saturday, February 14. Espina orchestrated the attack …
Aguilar, DEFTAC clinch jiu-jitsu honors
By ADRIAN STEWART CO DEFTAC Philippines’ jiu-jitsu program earned multiple major honors in 2025, highlighted by team awards across several divisions and a top individual citation for its founder and head coach, Alvin Aguilar. The Bacolod City-native Aguilar announced the achievements in a Facebook post, detailing a string of recognitions for the organization. DEFTAC was …
LeBron makes history as Lakers top Mavs
LeBron James became the oldest player in NBA history to record a triple-double and the Los Angeles Lakers went into the All-Star break with a 124-104 victory over the visiting Dallas Mavericks yesterday (Philippine time). James registered 28 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds for his first triple-double in 36 games this season. Rui Hachimura …
Monares sidelined for UP due to back injury
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The University of the Philippines (UP) will open its UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball campaign without one of its main offensive weapons, as senior spiker Negrense Joan Monares is set to sit out the first round due to a back injury. Monares disclosed that she has been diagnosed with desiccated discs …
Holiday’s big night boosts Blazers in win over Jazz
Jrue Holiday recorded a season-best 31 points to go with nine rebounds and seven assists to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 135-119 victory over the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City yesterday (Philippine time). Donovan Clingan produced 23 points, 18 rebounds and seven assists as Portland won for the fourth time in five …