On Yuka’s victory and the sad tale of athletes abandoning the country
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THE news of Yuka Saso winning the US Open for the second time was heard round the sporting world.
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AIA 7s Football League: Kaya Iloilo FC retains women’s crown; Lamasia FC bags men’s title
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Kaya FC-Iloilo proved they were still the country’s best women’s football team on Sunday, June 2, defeating Manila Nomads, 4-1, in the women’s final of the AIA 7’s Football League Season 9 at the Atleta 63 Football Field inside the Bridgetowne Complex.
Auerbach’s 12 Favorite Playoff Players
Legendary great Arnold (Red) Auerbach, who piloted the Boston Celtics to nine NBA championships in 10 trips to the NBA Finals from 1957-66, once named his 12 players he had most wanted for his team in the playoffs in an interview with prominent Sports Illustrated reporter Jack McCallum.
How to save a life: Prayers, forever friends and zest for living
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When we were young and careless (progressives is a better description), Erwin Tulfo, now one of the country’s leading public servants, told me that he would not let me down.
Jones Cup: McCullough to suit up for Strong Group
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McCullough will don the jersey of Strong Group for the 43rd William Jones Cup, scheduled to take place from July 13 to 21, 2024, in Taipei, Taiwan.
Liaoning Flying Leopards claim spot at BCL Asia 2024 after CBA three-peat
The Liaoning Flying Leopards have secured their spot at Basketball Champions League Asia (BCL Asia) 2024 after winning the 2023-24 Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) Finals.
Recalling the fierce Yco-Ysmael Steel Rivarly
The Yco-Ysmael Steel rivalry was the fiercest rivalry in the commercial leagues from 1958 to 1967.
Timberwolves vs. Mavericks: Minnesota looking good heading into WC Final showdown
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The Minnesota Timberwolves have reached the Western Conference Finals, the second time they have done so in franchise history.
MAPAMASA Grassroots Taekwondo tournament first leg set to kick off
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MAPAMASA, a conglomeration of Philippine Taekwondo Association (PTA) instructors from Marikina-Pasig-Mandaluyong-San Juan, is set to hold the 2024 MAPAMASA Taekwondo Championships on Sunday, May 19, starting at 7:00 a.m.
PFA to hold first leg of Minime Fencing Championships 2024
The Philippine Fencing Association (PFA) is set to stage the first leg of its minime ranking for 2024 on May 18 and 19 at the Upper Ground B, Quantum Skyview of Gateway 2 in Araneta City starting at 10:00 a.m.