PLDT disconnects Akari to secure first win in PVL Invitational
PLDT High Speed Hitters overpowered Akari Chargers in a 25-15, 25-19, 25-22 demolition to pocket their first win in Premier Volleyball League Invitational last July 1.
LA Tenorio diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer
Barangay Ginebra point guard LA Tenorio, who is renowned for his durability and his impressive record of consecutive games played, has been diagnosed with Stage 3 colon cancer.
Sprint legend Lydia de Vega succumbs to cancer
By Filipino sprint legend Lydia de Vega-Mercado died on Wednesday at 57 after her bout with cancer, her daughter has announced.De Vega's daughter Stephanie Mercado-de Koenigswarter said the 1980s sprint sensation died at the Makati Medical Center.“On behalf of our...
Bowling legend Bong Coo named PSC commissioner
By Olivia "Bong" Coo, a Filipino bowling legend, has been appointed commissioner of the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC).President Ferdinand "Bongbong" Marcos Jr. made the appointment on Tuesday, July 19.PSC Executive Director Guillermo Iroy Jr. welcomed Coo to her...
PH starts vaccinating student-athletes; UAAP return on the horizon
The Philippines on Wednesday launched its vaccination drive for student-athletes at the University of the Philippines-Diliman, just days after it opened its inoculation program to minors aged 12 to 17.
Excitement builds up as TAP-DMV brings Japan-based Filipino ballers closer to home fans
Filipino hoop fans, here’s a treat for you. The Japan B. League has partnered with Tap Digital Media Ventures for the distribution rights of its games in the Philippines for its 2021-2022 Season.
Palace: Pacquiao made us proud to be Filipinos
Despite being a target of President Rodrigo Duterte’s tirades since becoming a critic of his administration, Pacquiao was hailed by the administration as a pride of the Philippines.
‘Pambansang Kamao’ Manny Pacquiao announces retirement from boxing
Pacquiao hangs up his gloves with a 62-8-2 professional record, with 39 wins by way of knockout.
Despite loss, Palace throws support behind Pacquiao
Pacquiao lost via unanimous decision against Ugas, who was a last-minute replacement for Errol Spence Jr. who was sidelined 11 days prior to the fight due to an eye injury.
Palace: PH’s success in Olympics due to Duterte’s ‘investment’
President Rodrigo Duterte’s government, from 2017 to 2021, had allotted more than P7.748 billion to fund the Philippine Sports Commission, more than seven times higher than the previous administration.
Filipino figure skater seeks financial aid for Winter Olympics
Filipino Winter Olympian, Michael Martinez, has organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to support his expenses towards his goal of competing for the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics.
Duterte all praises for Hidilyn, pledges P3M, fully furnished house and lot
President Rodrigo Duterte, in a courtesy call via Zoom with the history-making athlete, said his office would give Diaz P3 million on top of the P10 million she was already supposed to receive from the government according to the law.
Panelo says sorry to Hidilyn Diaz, but says he did not do anything wrong
The Palace, then represented by Panelo as spokesman, included the weightlifter in an unproven “ouster plot matrix” that allegedly aimed to kick President Rodrigo Duterte out of office.
Tokyo 2020 Olympics kick off amid Covid-19 pandemic
Amid several controversies and the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the 2020 Olympic Games opened on Friday night, July 23, in Tokyo, Japan after a year of postponement.
Fiba postpones Asia Cup to July 2022
The Fiba Asia Cup was originally scheduled from August 16 to 28.
Bucks win 2021 NBA championship behind Antetokounmpo’s 50
Antetokounmpo, who also had 14 rebounds, five blocks and a stellar 17-19 free-throw shooting, was named Finals Most Valuable Player.