![NorthPort’s sixth-round pick Tibayan adds depth to the roster. [PBA Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PBA-Images4-1024x683.jpg)
Jonas Raphael Tibayan, a Chiang Kai Shek and National University product, was picked in the sixth round of the 2025 PBA Draft by NorthPort, adding his name to a storied line of Tiong Lian standouts who reached the pros.
![Michaelo “Buds” Buddin [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/V-League-2023-NU-vs.-FEU-Mike-Buddin-2791-1-1024x683.jpg)
Alas Pilipinas young guns embrace chance to shine in FIVB World Championship
Young standouts from UAAP and NCAA, including Louie Ramirez, Buds Buddin, and Jade Disquitado, are stepping up for Alas Pilipinas as the team readies for the FIVB Volleyball Men’s World Championship at SM Mall of Asia Arena.
![Gerzel Petallo (17 pts) and Karyll Miranda (17 excellent sets) lead FEU into the semis. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/VL-2025-ADMU-vs.-FEU-Gerz-Petallo-4237.jpg)
FEU books V-League semifinal berth with comeback win over Ateneo
Far Eastern University rallied from an opening-set loss to beat Ateneo in four sets and clinch a semifinal spot in the 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge.
Terrence Romeo returns to 3×3 with Manila Melmac at FIBA Manila Challenger
Terrence Romeo is set for a long-awaited 3×3 comeback, suiting up for Manila Melmac in the 2025 FIBA 3×3 Manila Challenger at Ayala Malls Manila Bay.
![Benilde’s Rocky Motol rises for a hit against NU. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/VL-2025-NU-vs.-CSB-Rocky-Motol-3208-1024x683.jpg)
Benilde shocks NU in five-set thriller to cap V-League run
College of Saint Benilde ended its V-League stint with another giant-slaying act, stunning five-time UAAP champion NU Bulldogs in a dramatic five-set battle.
![Amet Bituin during FEU’s straight-sets win. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/VL-2025-FEU-vs.-CSJL-Amet-Bituin-2425-1024x683.jpg)
FEU sweeps Letran to seal all-UAAP semifinals cast in V-League 2025
Far Eastern University swept Colegio de San Juan de Letran to clinch the third seed and complete an all-UAAP Final Four in the 2025 V-League Collegiate Challenge.
![Middle blocker Kim Malabunga leads the defensive charge for the Philippines. [PVL Images]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ST-2025-Criss-Cross-vs.-Cignal-G2-Kim-Malabunga-2895-1024x683.jpg)
Alas Pilipinas defenders ready to anchor stand at World Championship debut
Middle blockers and liberos of Alas Pilipinas vow to stand tall as the team’s backbone in their FIVB World Championship debut in Manila, starting Sept. 12 against Tunisia.
Filipino prospect Ian Paul Lora set for BRAVE CF debut in China
Undefeated 20-year-old lightweight Ian Paul “Choco” Lora will represent the Philippines at BRAVE CF 98 in Zhengzhou, China, facing India’s Owais Yaqoob in his promotional debut.
MVP Sports Foundation and Ayala Foundation team up to boost Philippine athletes
The Philippine Sports Commission hailed a landmark partnership between the MVP Sports Foundation and Ayala Foundation, designed to expand support for Filipino athletes through talent identification, grassroots programs, and elite training opportunities.
PBA@50
Scoring 50 points in a PBA game is a rare feat reserved for only a handful of Filipino stars. From Allan Caidic’s legendary 79-point outburst to Arvin Tolentino’s 51-point eruption, these performances are etched in basketball history.