By ADRIAN STEWART CO The University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons weathered a furious comeback from the National University (NU) Bulldogs to escape with a 78-74 victory in the UAAP Season 88 men’s basketball tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City on Wednesday night, October 22. After a blistering 22-6 start …
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Ambos steps up as UST cruises to 7-0 start
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Rachelle Ambos delivered a steady all-around performance as the University of Santo Tomas (UST) Growling Tigresses completed a first-round sweep with a 75-61 victory over the University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons in the UAAP Season 88 women’s basketball tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Arena in Pasay City. …
Balanced attack propels Converge past Terrafirma
Alec Stockton and Juan Gomez de Liaño led eight Converge players in double-digit scoring as the FiberXers ran past the Terrafirma Dyip, 125-108, in the PBA Season 50 Philippine Cup on Wednesday, October 22, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. De Liaño had 17 points, 12 assists and 10 rebounds for his second triple-double of conference, …
Magic ride last-minute heroics to opening win over Heat
Desmond Bane scored 23 points in his Orlando debut and Wendell Carter, Jr. had a clutch rebound and sank two clinching free throws to lift the Magic past visiting Miami Heat, 125-121, in the season opener for both teams yesterday (Philippine time). With the score tied at 119 and just under a minute to play, …
Marsh powers NU to SSL semis
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Negrense Celine Marsh took center stage as defending champion National University (NU) Lady Bulldogs booked a return trip to the semifinals of the 2025 Shakey’s Super League (SSL) Preseason Unity Cup after dispatching the San Beda University Lady Red Spikers, 26-24, 25-27, 25-18, 25-16, at the San Andres Gym in Manila …
Bertolano anchors defense as Farm Fresh remains unbeaten in PVL
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The Farm Fresh Foxies continued their strong start in the 2025 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Reinforced Conference, outlasting the Capital1 Solar Spikers, 25-22, 22-25, 25-21, 25-22, at the Smart Araneta Coliseum on Tuesday, October 21. While import Helene Rosseaux led the scoring with 36 points, it was Negrense libero Alyssa Bertolano’s …
Butler, Warriors down LeBron James-less Lakers in NBA opener
Jimmy Butler scored 31 points and Stephen Curry added 23 as the visiting Golden State Warriors opened the NBA season with a 119-109 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers yesterday (Philippine time). Jonathan Kuminga produced 17 points and nine rebounds and Buddy Hield also had 17 points for the Warriors, who took control with an …
Eala falls short vs. Liu in Guangzhou Open
Alexandra “Alex” Eala fell short against American Claire Liu in the Round of 32 at the Guangzhou Open, 2-6, 6-4, 6-4, in China. After dominating the first set, Eala built an early 4-2 lead in the second before Liu rallied to force a deciding set. In the third, Eala held a 3-1 advantage, but Liu fought back to level …
PH best dancesport athletes shine in MassKara Festival
By ADRIAN STEWART CO The country’s top dancesport athletes converged in the City of Smiles for the 1st Mayor Greg Gasataya National Dancesport Competition 2025, held at the SM City Bacolod Skyhall, as one of the highlights of this year’s MassKara Festival. A total of 228 competitors from various parts of the Philippines showcased their …
Kenyan runner Kipsang rules Bacolod int’l marathon
By ADRIAN STEWART CO Kenyan runner David Kipsang displayed unmatched speed and endurance to rule the 42-kilometer open category of the inaugural City of Smiles International Marathon, held in Bacolod City as part of the 46th MassKara Festival. Kipsang outpaced more than 3,000 runners from Bacolod, Cebu, Iloilo, and other parts of the Philippines, as …