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As the World Games 2025 closing ceremony approaches in Chengdu, Team Philippines reflects on four medals and looks ahead to Karlsruhe 2029.
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Alfie Davis, Liz Carmouche, and Marcirley Alves captured gold at the 2025 PFL World Tournament Finals in Charlotte, delivering dramatic finishes and razor-thin decisions.
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The NFL Academy, based in the U.K., revealed its 2025-26 season schedule and a 68-player roster from 20 countries, featuring high-profile clashes with top U.S. high schools.
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Ateneo de Manila University stunned reigning UAAP champion NU with a hard-fought four-set win in the 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge.
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University of Santo Tomas swept De La Salle-College of Saint Benilde to claim its third straight win in the 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge.
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College of Saint Benilde overpowered Ateneo in straight sets for its third consecutive win in the 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge at Paco Arena.
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The Perpetual Lady Altas snapped a two-game skid with a dominant sweep of Mapua, 25-13, 25-9, 25-13, in the 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge.
The PFL Champions Series: Road to Dubai main card is now complete with Archie Colgan vs Jay-Jay Wilson, Lewis McGrillen vs Caolan Loughran, and Magomed Magomedov vs Sergio Pettis joining the championship double-header.
Alas Pilipinas Men continue their European training camp in Romania under coach Angiolino Frigoni, with Bryan Bagunas leading preparations for the FIVB Men’s World Championship.
Filipino athletes end the 2025 World Games with two silver and two bronze medals, showcasing grit, potential, and hope for future competitions.