![Akari import Annie Mitchem [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/PVL-RC-25-Akari-vs.-Galeries-Annie-Mitchem-7529-400x200.jpg)
Akari rebounded from a previous five-set heartbreak with a straight-sets victory over Galeries Tower, 25-11, 25-23, 25-23, in the PVL Reinforced Conference at the FilOil EcoOil Centre.
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The Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP) announced its newly elected Board of Trustees under a restructured 17-member format, highlighting inclusivity, youth leadership, and continuity in Philippine basketball governance.
![Criss Cross players celebrate after a hard-fought win over PGJC-Navy. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ST-INV-25-Criss-Cross-vs.-Navy-6646-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross overcame a gritty PGJC-Navy side in four sets to open its Spikers’ Turf Invitational campaign on a winning note and join Cignal and Alpha Insurance atop the standings.
BRAVE Combat Federation has announced the full fight card for BRAVE CF 101 in Bahrain, featuring top Bahraini fighters like Muhammad Idrisov and Ramazan Gitinov in a star-studded showcase of world-class MMA.
B.LEAGUE has opened fan voting for the 2026 All-Star Weekend, allowing overseas fans to take part for the first time in league history.
![Cignal’s Wendel Miguel delivers a powerful spike against the VNS defense. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ST-INV-25-Cignal-vs.-VNS-Wendel-Miguel-6229-400x200.jpg)
Cignal started its 2025 Spikers’ Turf title defense with a four-set win over VNS, but head coach Dexter Clamor demanded more urgency from his defending champions.
Mohammad “The Latest” Fakhreddine looks to make history at BRAVE CF 100 as he chases his third world title while being inducted into the promotion’s Hall of Fame.
![Alpha Insurance celebrates a comeback win in its Spikers’ Turf Invitational opener. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ST-INV-25-Alpha-Insurance-vs.-Savouge-Barbie-San-Andres-5754-400x200.jpg)
Alpha Insurance displayed teamwork and composure to outlast Savouge in four sets, marking a strong start to its Spikers’ Turf Invitational Conference campaign.
Zamboanga City and Rizal Province showcased their strength in weightlifting, collecting multiple medals led by rising stars Stephanie Mandigma and Kyle Cue, while Manila surged ahead in the Batang Pinoy medal standings.
Chris and Charles Tiu, two of Philippine basketball’s most respected figures, team up for the “Tius Your Play” campaign, bringing their basketball IQ and strategic mindset to guide fans in mastering fantasy basketball.