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Record-breaking runner from Davao gets offers from UCLA, USC
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – The Palarong Pambansa has undoubtedly produced many world-class athletes in its 59 years of existence.There's Elma Muros and Lydia De Vega for athletics, Akiko Thompson for...
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Yulo stamps class with 2 golds, 2 silvers at Pacific Rim
MANILA, Philippines – This early, could there already be a top Filipino gymnastics prospect for the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games?Gymnastics officials believe they have found one in Caloy Yulo,16, who ended...
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Playoff-bound Lowry, DeRozan praise retiring Bryant
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – Los Angeles Lakers superstar Kobe Bryant only has two games remaining in his illustrious NBA career.After the 2008 NBA MVP plays in his team's final regular season game...
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Eric Kelly no longer on ONE FC's April card in Manila
MANILA, Philippines – Homegrown talent Eric Kelly will not be strutting his wares at ONE Championship's "Global Rivals" event on Friday, April 15, after Asia's largest mixed martial arts promotion...
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NCR vows to clinch 12th straight Palarong Pambansa crown
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – The National Capital Region (NCR) vowed to secure its 12th straight championship title in the 2016 Palarong Pambansa being held from April 10 to 16 here. (READ: Defending...
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Grade 2 gymnast from Davao hopes for medal to help siblings
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – He may be small at only 3-foot-4, but don't be fooled. This boy from Matanao, Davao del Sur can already perform routines that are usually for secondary student gymnasts....
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Former fish vendor, lechon cook sees basketball as hope for family
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – At the tender age of 7, Joshua Cabilin Yerro started playing basketball. He decided to do well in the sport, seeing it as a way to help his family rise from poverty."Gusto...
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All systems go for 2016 FIBA Olympic Qualifier in Manila
MANILA, Philippines – It's all systems go for the Philippines' hosting of the 2016 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament from July 5 to 10.In a press briefing on Tuesday, April 12, Samahang Basketbol ng...
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SBP concerned about Blatche's conditioning
MANILA, Philippines – With Jordan Clarkson out of the Gilas Pilipinas picture, the country turns to an old reliable in Andray Blatche as it prepares for the 2016 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament.But...
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Ticket prices for Olympic qualifying tournament in Manila bared
MANILA, Philippines – With less than two months before the 2016 Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Manila, Filipino basketball fans are salivating over the opportunity to see not only Gilas Pilipinas...
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Caraga Region swimmer's dream comes true with offer from NU
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – The Albay Sports and Tourism Complex swimming pool was rowdy on Tuesday morning, April 12. It was the first day of meets for the 2016 Palarong Pambansa, and, naturally,...
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No equipment? No problem for Bicol's 1st gold medalist at Palaro
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – Boulders. Bamboos. Big dreams.These are the things that student-athlete Daniella Camonoga held on to during tough training sessions. The 13-year-old uses bamboo or wood as...
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DepEd promotes ‘school sports,’ not A-League sports
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – The introduction of Sports Track under the Senior High School (SHS) program of the Department of Education (DepEd) is under the context of promoting "school sports," based...
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Power outages hit 2016 Palarong Pambansa in Albay
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – Palarong Pambansa has been hit with a handful of power outages in some billeting areas and playing venues.The most recent one was on Tuesday, April 12, at past 7 pm. It...
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Ilocos Region looks to climb out of cellar in this year's Palaro
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – New place, new athletes, new coach, and new hope for Ilocos Region.After placing last in the overall standings last year, Ilocos Region is back with renewed vigor in the...
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NCR maintains lead as Caraga, Mimaropa struggle
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – Eleven-time champion National Capital Region (NCR) maintains its hold of the lead with 19 golds, 11 silvers, and 8 bronzes at the close of Day 2 of the 2016 Palarong...
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IN PHOTOS: Archery, swimming, wrestling in Day 2 of #Palaro2016
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – Archers, tankers and wrestlers slugged it out on Day 2 of the 2016 Palarong Pambansa on Tuesday, April 12 in this city.An action-packed day saw host Albay raising the...
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New Palaro javelin throw record-holder, predecessor have ‘common’ coach
LEGAZPI CITY, Philippines – What do former Palarong Pambansa elementary boys javelin throw record holder Jonah Robles and new record holder Jerick Mendoza have in common?The success of both athletes...
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Fear factor boost for Khan ahead of Alvarez showdown
LOS ANGELES, USA - British boxer Amir Khan believes the fear factor could help him score a shock victory next month when he steps up in class to face Mexico's World Boxing Council middleweight champion...
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Manchester City reaches Champions League semifinals for first time
MANCHESTER, England - Manchester City reached the Champions League semi-finals for the first time after Kevin De Bruyne's fine 76th-minute goal earned them a 1-0 win over Paris Saint-Germain on...
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