Brian Yalung

Carl Tamayo drops true feelings on missing FIBA Asia World Cup 2023

AJ Edu of the Toyama Grouses guarding Carl Tamayo of the Ryukyu Golden Kings in B.League action [photo credit: Japanese B.League]

November 5, 2023

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When asked about the extent of his injury, Carl Tamayo feels that his injury was playable at the time.

PBA: Danny Florencio’s 64-point game, scoring splurges in 1977

Danny Florencio while playing for Seven-Up. [photo clip from Henry Liao]

November 5, 2023

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Danny Florencio exploded for 64 points against the Toyota Tamaraws on this day in 1977, in a 136-121 loss while playing for the Seven-Up Uncolas in the PBA 2nd Conference semifinals.

Greg Slaughter Shares True Feelings On B.League Stint, PH Basketball Chances

Gregory Slaughter [photo credit: PBA Images]

November 1, 2023

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Greg Slaughter is now in his second year in the Japanese B2 League, part of the Rizing Zephyr Fukuoka team.

PBA Legend Francis Arnaiz: Quiet Retirement, Life After Basketball

[L to R] Virgilio Cortez, Francis Arnaiz and Ramon S. Fernandez of the Toyota Comets [Brian Yalung photo collection]

November 1, 2023

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PBA legend Francis Arnaiz details how he stepped back quietly from the pro ranks to live a quiet life in the United States back in 1986.

An Open Letter To Caloy Yulo from a ‘Family friend’

October 8, 2023

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This open letter was penned for Caloy Yulo, the Filipino Olympian and gymnast.

Tagaytay City gradually transforming into national sports hub

PHILIPPINE Olympic Committee President Rep. Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino (front, third from left) and Philippine Sports Commission Commissioner Edward Hayco (front, second from left) lead the ribbon-cutting ceremony with (front, from left) Cavite Vice Governor Athena Tolentino and Tagaytay City Vice Mayor Agnes Tolentino, DMD, as well as combat sports officials (rear, from left) Alvin Aguilar (president, wrestling), Jose Malonzo (secretary-general, Vovinam), Alexander Sulit (president, judo), Tongson Rene (secretary-general, arnis), Ferdie Agustin (president, jiu-jitsu) and Atty. Wharton Chan (secretary-general, kickboxing).

July 27, 2023

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Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) President Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino led the inauguration ceremony for the Tagaytay City Combat Center on Thursday, July 27, signaling what could be the world-famous tourist destination’s gradual transformation into the country’s multi-sport hub.

Smart unveils larger-than-life FIBA World Cup 3D billboard for biggest PH hoops event

Gabe Norwood with FIBA WC 2023 mascot JIP.

March 22, 2023

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FIBA Basketball World Cup (FIBAWC) global partner Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) continues the countdown to the world’s biggest basketball event as it unveils the official FIBAWC 2023 video on the iconic 3D billboard at the Bonifacio High Street Crosswalk.

NBA stars confirmed to play in PH, Team USA at FIBA World Cup 2023

Jordan Clarkson won’t be the lone NBA star arriving in Manila next year as Team USA is scheduled to play in the Philippines for the FIBA World Cup 2023.

December 12, 2022

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As Team USA plays its games in the Philippines for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023, official FIBA global partner Smart Communications, Inc. (Smart) will make sure subscribers have a full homecourt viewing advantage as they will get the chance to watch some of the best NBA superstars in action live or via the Smart LiveStream App.

UAAP Season 85: Bulldogs down Blue Eagles

Patrick Yu of the NU Bulldogs [UAAP photo]

November 3, 2022

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Games Saturday (Smart Araneta Coliseum) 11:00 a.m. – UE vs UP (Men) 1:00 p.m. – UST vs AdU (Men) 3:00 p.m. – NU vs FEU (Men) 6:30 p.m. – Ateneo vs DLSU (Men) National University returned to its winning ways, catching another big fish in Ateneo de Manila University, 78-74, in the UAAP Season 85 men’s basketball tournament on Wednesday, Nov. 2, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.

UAAP Season 85: Tams pound on undermanned Green Archers

Cholo Anonuevo of the FEU Tamaraws [UAAP photo]

November 3, 2022

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Far Eastern University continued its resurgence, adding undermanned De La Salle University to its list of victims, 57-53, in the UAAP Season 85 men’s basketball tournament at the SM Mall of Asia Arena on Wednesday, Nov. 2. The Tamaraws went on an 8-0 run to lead by six with 52.9 seconds left, 56-50.