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The grassroots golf initiative aims to create future Filipino golf champions. [POC photo]

PSC launches Fairway to the Future grassroots golf program to transform Philippine youth development

May 2, 2026Leave a comment

The Philippine Sports Commission and NGAP are launching the groundbreaking Fairway to the Future program, opening golf opportunities to underserved Filipino youth while building Olympic-level potential nationwide.

PFL Sioux Falls weigh-ins conclude with all athletes making weight successfully.

PFL Sioux Falls weigh-in results set stage for Logan Storley vs Florim Zendeli showdown

May 2, 2026May 2, 2026Leave a comment

All fighters successfully made weight for PFL Sioux Falls as Logan Storley and Florim Zendeli prepare to headline Saturday’s card, with multiple ranked fighters set for key matchups at Sanford Pentagon.

POC President Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino with OCA President His Excellency Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani of Qatar. [POC Media pool]

PH receives Asian Beach Games flag as Cebu prepares to host 2028 edition

May 2, 2026Leave a comment

The Philippines officially received the Asian Beach Games flag as Cebu gears up to host the 7th edition in 2028, following a strong fifth-place finish in Sanya highlighted by three gold medals and multiple podium finishes.

Bella Belen powers Team Heart’s offense during the 2026 Volleyball All-Star Showcase in Candon City. [PVL Images]

Team Heart closes strong to defeat Team Hustle in PVL All-Star Showcase exhibition match

May 2, 2026Leave a comment

Team Heart surged in the fourth set behind MVP Bella Belen to defeat Team Hustle in a thrilling PVL exhibition match at the 2026 Volleyball All-Star Showcase in Candon City.

Marvin Jones slams it home in Meralco's win over Ginebra on May 1. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]

Meralco powers past Barangay Ginebra to strengthen top four bid in PBA Commissioner’s Cup

May 2, 2026Leave a comment

Meralco delivered a dominant performance against Barangay Ginebra in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup, using a massive second-quarter run and balanced scoring to secure a crucial win that boosted its top-four aspirations.

Yubin Jang during the second round of the GS Caltex Maekyung Open. [Asian Tour photo]

Yubin Jang shares halfway lead at GS Caltex Maekyung Open after steady 69

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Yubin Jang moved into a share of the halfway lead at the GS Caltex Maekyung Open after a composed second-round 69 at Namseoul Country Club, setting up a tightly packed weekend leaderboard.

Noel Kampton celebrates after leading Team Power to victory. [PVL Images]

Team Power outlasts Team Passion in Spikers’ Turf All-Star Showcase thriller

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Team Power leaned on Noel Kampton’s MVP performance to defeat Team Passion, 25-18, 25-18, 21-25, 25-23, in the 2026 Volleyball All-Star Showcase at Candon City Arena.

Ricci Rivero drives to the basket before exiting with a finger injury. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]

Tio’s clutch game-winner shocks TNT as Phoenix pulls off overtime PBA stunner

May 2, 2026May 2, 2026Leave a comment

Tyler Tio drilled a dramatic game-winning triple in the final seconds of overtime as Phoenix Super LPG stunned TNT in a crucial PBA Commissioner’s Cup upset.

Mall of Asia Arena gears up for a major international karate spectacle.

Philippines to host nearly 1,000 athletes for Karate Youth League One Manila despite global tensions

May 1, 2026Leave a comment

The Philippines will welcome close to 1,000 young karatekas from 56 nations as the Karate Youth League One Manila leg boosts sports tourism and grassroots development.