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Jude Garcia wins fifth straight MVP to lead Spikers’ Turf Open Conference Elite Team
![Jude Garcia during the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference awarding ceremonies. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ST-2026-Awarding-Jude-Garcia-Conference-MVP-9660-400x200.jpg)
Jude Garcia secures a fifth consecutive MVP award after leading Criss Cross to another title in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.
Team Philippines heads to Asian Beach Games as Cebu prepares for 2028 hosting
![Team Philippines delegation prior to competing in Sanya, China. [POC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/672668712_1277562201206681_389427403351494414_n-400x200.jpg)
A 101-strong Team Philippines departs for the Asian Beach Games in Sanya, with Cebu set to receive the hosting honors for 2028.
Buss’s Act of Humanity
![Jerry Buss [photo credit: Jeanie Buss Instagram]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Screenshot_773-400x200.png)
Jerry Buss’ support for Ronny Turiaf after open-heart surgery revealed a rare side of NBA ownership built on loyalty and humanity.
Magnolia Hotshots beat Converge FiberXers in PBA Commissioner’s Cup
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Magnolia Hotshots used playoff-level defense to defeat Converge FiberXers, 106-94, and strengthen their PBA Commissioner’s Cup campaign.
Criss Cross Claims Spikers’ Turf Open Conference Title With Gritty Win Over Savouge
![Criss Cross stands tall once again, capturing the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference crown after a gritty win over Savouge. [Spikers Turf photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/ST-2026-Finals-G3-Criss-Cross-vs.-Savouge-0411-400x200.jpg)
Criss Cross outlasts Savouge in four sets to secure back-to-back Spikers’ Turf Open Conference championships.
Bennie Boatwright Lifts San Miguel Past NLEX in PBA Commissioner’s Cup Thriller
![Bennie Boatwright during San Miguel Beer’s game against NLEX in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/PBA-Image12-400x200.jpg)
San Miguel Beer rides Bennie Boatwright’s 41-point explosion to edge NLEX in a tight PBA Commissioner’s Cup battle.
Criss Cross, Savouge brace for winner-take-all Game 3 in Spikers’ Turf Finals
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Criss Cross and Savouge collide in a sudden-death Game 3 for the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference title.
B.LEAGUE announces 2025–26 Award Show set for Tokyo Garden Theater
The B.LEAGUE confirms the 2025–26 Award Show will be held in Tokyo, honoring top performers across Japan’s professional basketball season.
Skechers Viper Court Elite 2.0 brings control and comfort to pickleball players
Skechers unveils the Viper Court Elite 2.0, a performance pickleball shoe designed for speed, stability, and all-game comfort.