NU’s Bella Belen during a game against Enderun Colleges in the Shakey’s Super League.–SSL PHOTO MANILA, Philippines — UAAP champion National University and runner-up University of Santo Tomas kicked off their 2024 Shakey’s Super League (SSL) National Invitationals in contrasting fashion on Wednesday at Ninoy Aquino Stadium. The Lady Bulldogs, who barely played their star … Read more
Thea Gagate–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net ZUS Coffee made it official. Thea Gagate became the No. 1 overall pick on Monday when ZUS Coffee selected her first in the PVL Rookie Draft at Novotel Hotel in Quezon City. And the league took an important step toward parity, even if the journey there remains a long one. “It’s overwhelming … Read more
Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James dribbles during the first half of an NBA summer league basketball game against the Sacramento Kings in San Francisco, Saturday, July 6, 2024. (Santiago Mejia/San Francisco Chronicle via AP) SAN FRANCISCO — Once that second-quarter layup went in and he finally had his first NBA points after a trio … Read more
FILE–Geo Chiu.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines—Geo Chiu will continue his professional basketball career overseas. After suiting up for the Taiwan Mustangs, who played against Gilas Pilipinas last week, Chiu is taking his act to the Japan B.League after signing a contract with the Ehime Orange Vikings. Ehime, a B2 Division squad, announced the development on Sunday … Read more
Retamar–MARLO CUETO/INQUIREr.net The sport of volleyball has enjoyed a sudden rise in popularity, with the women’s UAAP and PVL leagues drawing record-breaking gate attendance. Unfortunately, however, the men’s tournament have yet to receive the same attention from fans, something which young and talented national team setter Owa Retamar, who just wrapped up his playing years … Read more
The curtains have closed on another thrilling Champions League season, and for Jadon Sancho, it ended in heartbreak. The Borussia Dortmund winger, on loan from Manchester United, experienced the agony of defeat in the final against Real Madrid. As the dust settles, the question on everyone’s lips is: where will Jadon Sancho play next season? … Read more