Rookies-Sophomores outlast Juniors in high-scoring PBA All-Star opener
![Jerom Lastimosa drives to the basket during the Rookies-Sophomores match against the Juniors in the PBA All-Star opener. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar, PBA pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/647419952_1701353934366759_8752332618471571915_n-400x200.jpg)
Jerom Lastimosa powered the Rookies-Sophomores to a 154-150 win over the Juniors to open the PBA ArenaPlus All-Star weekend.
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Criss Cross rallies past 3B to stay unbeaten in Spikers’ Turf Open Conference
![Jude Garcia powers a spike for Criss Cross during its Spikers’ Turf Open Conference match against 3B. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Criss-Cross-vs.-3B-Jude-Garcia-3619-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross overcame a slow start to defeat 3B in four sets as Jude Garcia powered the King Crunchers closer to a first-round sweep in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.
Filipinas must beat Iran, hope for strong goal difference to reach AFC Women’s Asian Cup playoffs
![Filipinas booter Sofia Harrison-Wunsch in action with Korean booter Park Soo-Seong [AFC Pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/March06photo21-400x200.jpg)
The Philippine women’s football team faces a must-win clash against Iran as the Filipinas chase one of the two best third-place spots to advance in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup.
Subic Bay multisport festival draws nearly 1,000 athletes for weekend of racing
Nearly 1,000 athletes and supporters gathered in Subic Bay for the Subic Bay Multisport Festival, a two-day celebration of racing that featured kids events, fun runs, and elite triathlon competition.
NCRAA considers boxing and taekwondo as league opens 32nd season
The NCRAA opens its 32nd season at Dasmariñas Arena with basketball and volleyball while exploring the addition of Olympic sports such as boxing and taekwondo.
Filipinas brace for tough clash against South Korea in Asian Football Confederation Women’s Asian Cup 2026
The Philippine national women’s team faces South Korea in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026 on Thursday at the Cbus Super Stadium, aiming to rebound from their 0-1 loss to Australia.
Miha Frlic declares himself next in line for BRAVE CF heavyweight title
Slovenian powerhouse Miha Frlic believes he has earned a shot at Pavel Dailidko’s BRAVE CF Heavyweight World Championship following a dominant win over Samuele Di Guardo at BRAVE CF 104 in Belgrade.
Gupiteo named Spikers’ Turf Player of the Week after standout performances
![Gupiteo powers Criss Cross with scoring, reception, and digs in his debut match against VNS Always Bright Laticrete. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/ST-2026-Criss-Cross-vs.-Alpha-Alche-Gupiteo-2014-400x200.jpg)
Alche Gupiteo earns Spikers’ Turf Press Corps Player of the Week honors following impressive performances in Criss Cross’ opening three games of the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.
Philippine national women’s team prepares for tough clash with South Korea in AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026
The Philippine national women’s team is set to face a formidable South Korea side on Thursday in the AFC Women’s Asian Cup 2026, aiming to bounce back from their 0-1 loss to Australia.
Creamline holds off Galeries Tower to extend winning streak in PVL All-Filipino Conference
![Tots Carlos powers attacks to help Creamline hold their lead. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/PVL-AFC-26-Creamline-vs.-Galeries-Tots-Carlos-9875-400x200.jpg)
Creamline Cool Smashers survived a late Galeries Tower rally to claim a 25-14, 17-25, 25-18, 25-23 victory in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference, improving to 4-1.