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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 …

SBP president Al S. Panlilio graces the special edition of the PSA Forum at the Meralco Conference Hall.  It’s all systems go for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, with Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas president Al S. Panlilio beaming with confidence on the country’s hosting of the global hoops conclave. “Everybody …

Paris, France – Brazil forward Neymar has signed for Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal from Paris Saint-Germain, the clubs announced on Tuesday, joining Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema as the latest big name lured to the oil-rich Gulf state. “I am here in Saudi Arabia, I am Hilali,” said Neymar, who has penned …

IT’S all systems go for the 2023 FIBA World Cup, with Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) president Al S. Panlilio beaming with confidence on the country’s hosting of the global hoops conclave. “Everybody is ready to go. I’m hoping the best World Cup ever for FIBA in terms of not …

Eleven months into its 11th staging, the organizing Ironman Group is pulling out all the stops to guarantee not only a record draw and but also a highly successful Century Tuna Ironman Philippines and IM 70.3 Subic on June 9, 2024 in Subic Bay. In fact, registration for the two …