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Filipino-American Megan Althea Obrero Paragua emerged champion in her age group and earned an outright Woman Fide Master (WFM) title by virtue of her excellent showing in the 33rd Pan-American Youth Chess Festival 2023 that concluded on Friday (Manila time) in Chicago, Illinois. Filipino-American Megan Paragua (right), niece of Grandmaster …

If there’s anything good Rain or Shine can get from its ongoing campaign in the William Jones Cup, guard Rey Nambatac noted that the team gained a lot of experience that will be beneficial for the Elasto Painters as they head to the PBA’s Season 48. Rey Nambatac (right) PBA …

On August 25, Group A action in the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 will kick off at the Philippine Arena, as scrappy Angola opens the festivities against powerful Italy at 4pm, followed by home team Gilas Pilipinas taking on the Dominican Republic at 8pm. Fans in attendance will not only …

CHOCO Mucho is set to do battle with foreign teams in the VTV Cup International Women’s Volleyball Tournament in Vietnam even as it also aims to gain the much-needed experience that could propel the Flying Titans to greater heights in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL). Choco Mucho has not reached …

NO longer a fledgling, the former backup setter of the Adamson Lady Falcons has developed broad wings and is ready to take flight. With her fine distributing and playmaking skills, Angelica Alcantara seized the Best Setter award in the recently concluded Shakey’s Super League (SSL) National Invitationals. Alcantara, who was …

SEN. Christopher Lawrence “Bong” Go, who presided over a public hearing by the Senate Committee on Sports on Monday, August 14, emphasized how the achievements of the athletes have become a source1 of national pride. “Through the years, we have witnessed how the Filipino athletes stand out in various international …

Yeng Guiao admitted that Rain or Shine’s string of losses to start its William Jones Cup campaign was a combination of bad shooting and adjustment to officiating. “It’s only now that our offense is clicking. I feel if we played this way at least during our first three games, we …

A BIG boost for Gilas Pilipinas in the backcourt is the return of Barangay Ginebra standout Scottie Thompson, who was cleared to join the team’s closed-door practice late last week. The 30-year-old reigning PBA Most Valuable Player was out of the loop for about a month after suffering a metacarpal …

WITH nine days to go before the 2023 FIBA World Cup, Filipino basketball fans are anxious to know who will make the final 12 for Gilas Pilipinas, and who among the remaining members of the pool will get cut. Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas President Al Panlilio said he’s well aware …

New CSB recruits with team benefactor Frank Lao College of Saint Benilde is not only gearing up for the upcoming 99th season of the NCAA, but also preparing for the seasons beyond. In anticipation of the impending graduation of their seniors, the Blazers have reloaded by securing the commitments of …