The Philippine Youth Basketball Championship (PYBC) is set to elevate grassroots basketball in 2025 with a structured competition and analytics-driven approach under legends Benjie Paras and Paolo Layug.
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Alas Pilipinas returns to action in front of a home crowd as it chases world ranking points and a share of the $55,000 prize pool in the 2025 Southeast Asian Men’s V.League in Candon City.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander powered the Oklahoma City Thunder to a 103-91 victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals, clinching their first championship in OKC history.
Lyca Cuenco scored a stoppage-time winner to help Kaya FC-Iloilo retain the PFF Women’s League crown and edge Stallion Laguna on goal difference in a thrilling season finale.
Crystal Saphire, a 15-year-old Filipino-American tennis standout, captured two gold medals at the 2025 West Virginia State Games, securing a spot in the 2026 State Games of America.
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Rain or Shine Elasto Painters rallied from a deficit to beat NLEX 103-92 and secure their spot in the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals. A balanced scoring attack and a dominant fourth quarter powered the Elasto Painters’ victory.
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Kelly Williams, at 42 years old, proved he’s still a warrior for TNT, hitting clutch free throws in the final moments to secure a narrow 80-79 win over Magnolia and advance to the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals.
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The 2025 PFL World Tournament semifinals saw dominant performances by Gadzhi Rabadanov, Jena Bishop, and Justin Wetzell, who secured their spots in the finals with decisive wins. The competition continues with more divisions set to compete next week.
SBP and PHILSPADA officially sign an MOU to promote wheelchair basketball across the Philippines, emphasizing inclusivity and offering development opportunities for athletes, coaches, and officials.
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Barangay Ginebra defeats Converge 88-80 to move into the PBA Philippine Cup semifinals, with Japeth Aguilar leading the charge. The Gin Kings now set their sights on San Miguel Beer for a semifinals showdown.