Former UAAP Jrs Finals MVP Jolo Mendoza commits to Ateneo
MANILA, Philippines – Ateneo High School student Jolo Mendoza has committed to joining the Ateneo Blue Eagles for the UAAP senior’s division, Rappler learned on Monday, February 29.Mendoza's choice for...
View ArticleAlyssa Valdez on La Salle defeat: 'There’s a reason for everything'
MANILA, Philippines – It’s been 3 days since reigning champions Ateneo Lady Eagles shockingly bowed to rivals De La Salle University Lady Spikers in an easy straight set win. Three days since Ateneo’s...
View ArticleWATCH: Gilas coach Baldwin talks Olympic Qualifier, program's future
MANILA, Philippines – Gilas Pilipinas head coach Tab Baldwin took time out on Monday, February 29 to share interesting insights concerning the Philippine national basketball team following the usual...
View ArticleAmir Khan wants to face Canelo Alvarez at his absolute best
LONDON, England - Amir Khan says he didn't want to demand a rehydration clause for his forthcoming fight with Saul Alvarez because he wants to make the biggest possible statement in his first bout...
View ArticleWATCH: LeBron James completely gives up on defense
MANILA, Philippines – Over the past few years, LeBron James’ reputation as one of the best defenders in the NBA has taken a hit.Once upon a time a feared shutdown option on the defensive end, most of...
View ArticleManny Pacquiao receives invitation to compete at 2016 Rio Olympics
MANILA, Philippines – With AIBA proposing to make professional boxers eligible to compete at this year's Olympic games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Manny Pacquiao has received an invitation to...
View ArticleTaekwondo medalist Stephen Fernandez advises Pinoy Olympic hopefuls
MANILA, Philippines – With Filipino takewondo jins in full preparation for the two precious slots up for grabs in the upcoming Olympic Qualifiers, Stephen Frenandez, former Olympian and now Athletics...
View ArticleRoach on Pacquiao’s training so far: ‘Not so good’
MANILA, Philippines – With less than 6 weeks to go from Manny Pacquiao’s third ring encounter against Timothy Bradley Jr on April 10 (April 9 in US), Freddie Roach isn't impressed with his pupil’s...
View ArticleRetired Mayweather finds foes outside ring harder to tame
WASHINGTON, USA – Floyd Mayweather has no plans to return to the ring after hanging up his gloves undefeated last September, but he is finding opponents as a promoter more difficult to manage.That was...
View ArticleFortuna reunites with college coach Jarencio in Globalport-Phoenix trade
MANILA, Philippines – Third year guard Jeric Fortuna will reunite with his college coach Pido Jarencio at Globalport Batang Pier following a trade with the Phoenix Fuel Masters on Tuesday, March...
View ArticleFormer FEU star Mac Belo joins Gilas Pilipinas practice
MANILA, Philippines – Former FEU Tamaraws star Mac Belo is the latest warm body to join Gilas Pilipinas’ weekly practices in preparation for the 2016 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament this July in...
View ArticleWWE Network now available in the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines - It took two years but the WWE Network has finally arrived in the Philippines. World Wrestling Entertainment announced Tuesday, March 1 it had added the Philippines and Thailand to...
View ArticleWATCH: Kobe Paras drops 43 points, displays new skills
MANILA, Philippines – Kobe Paras posted a highlight clip on Facebook of one of his latest performances, this one where he drops 43 points to lead Middlebrooks Academy to a victory in the PEC 6...
View ArticleGilas Pilipinas on ‘upward curve’ at practice, says Baldwin
MANILA, Philippines – From a disappointing first practice of the year 3 weeks ago, Gilas Pilipinas quickly turned things around and are now going on an upward curve 4 months before the 2016 FIBA...
View ArticleBaldwin warns: Tony Parker may be public enemy no. 1 in Manila
MANILA, Philippines – Tony Parker will certainly receive a warm – if not electric – welcome from Filipinos when he sets foot here this July for the 2016 FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament. However,...
View ArticlePH Volcanoes earn silver in Asia Rugby 7s Championships
The Philippine Volcanoes finished second overall in the 2016 Asia Rugby tournament held over two legs in Chennai India, and Al Ain Dubai over the weekend.The Volcanoes performed strongly throughout the...
View ArticleFloyd Mayweather wants to own an NBA team
MANILA, Philippines - Floyd Mayweather has conquered boxing. Could his next venture be owning an NBA team?That’s what the retired 5-division boxing champion hopes to do one day, he told reporters at a...
View ArticleWATCH: Conor McGregor crashes super fan's apartment
MANILA, Philippines - Talk about a fan's dream come true.UFC featherweight champion Conor McGregor surprised a fan in Los Angeles who had a cardboard cutout of the Irish fighter on his balcony, walking...
View ArticleMiami Heat scorching shooting earns win over Chicago
LOS ANGELES, USA - The Miami Heat were on fire on Tuesday, connecting on a club record 67.5% of their shots in a 129-111 NBA victory over the Chicago Bulls.The Heat's shooting percentage was not only...
View ArticleDominant UP sweeps NU, gains 3rd solo spot
MANILA, Philippines (UPDATED) - The University of the Philippines Lady Maroons continued to ride on their momentum as they defeated the struggling National University Lady Bulldogs in straight sets,...
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