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Jay Rack De La Noche powers an attack during AEP-Cabstars’ straight-sets win in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference. [Spikers Turf photo]

AEP-Cabstars sweep 3B to end skid in Spikers’ Turf Open Conference

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Comments Off

AEP-Cabstars snapped a two-game losing streak with a straight-sets victory over 3B to close its first round campaign in the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.

The North team celebrates after securing a 147-142 victory in the PBA Season 50 All-Star Game. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar, PBA Pool]

North edges South in thriller as Japeth Aguilar claims third PBA All-Star MVP

March 9, 2026March 9, 2026Comments Off

Japeth Aguilar and Justin Arana delivered in the closing moments as the North squad escaped with a thrilling victory over the South in the PBA Season 50 All-Star Game in Candon City.

History made: Eala becomes the first Filipino in an Indian Wells main draw. [WTA Instagram]

Alex Eala makes history at Indian Wells with win over Dayana Yastremska

March 8, 2026Comments Off

Alex Eala became the first Filipino to appear in the Indian Wells main draw and advanced to face Coco Gauff after a hard-fought 7-5, 4-6, 7-5 victory over Ukraine’s Dayana Yastremska.

Jude Garcia leads Criss Cross into a must-watch matchup vs Savouge. [Spikers Turf photo]

Criss Cross and Savouge set for early conference showdown in Spikers’ Turf

March 8, 2026March 8, 2026Comments Off

Criss Cross and Savouge collide in a highly anticipated Spikers’ Turf Open Conference match, both entering unbeaten after four games, setting the stage for a potential preview of the championship.

The Philippine women’s football team prepares for a critical match against Iran at Cbus Super Stadium. [AFC photo pool]

Philippines faces Iran amid security concerns in AFC Women’s Asian Cup

March 8, 2026Comments Off

The Philippine women’s national football team will face Iran on Sunday at Cbus Super Stadium amid heightened security and political tensions, aiming to advance past the group stage of the 2026 AFC Women’s Asian Cup.

Grethcel Soltones delivered a pivotal scoring run in the fourth set to secure the win. [PVL Images]

Akari rebounds to sweep Capital1 and strengthen Qualifying Round push

March 8, 2026Comments Off

Akari Chargers overcame an opening-set stumble to sweep Capital1 and climb into joint fourth place in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference, powered by Ivy Lacsina’s 19-point performance and Justine Jazareno’s defensive heroics.

Rookies/Sophomores and Junior squad members interact with local youth during the All-Star weekend activities. [PBA Images]

PBA turns over basketball courts and hosts clinics in Candon City

March 8, 2026March 8, 2026Comments Off

The Philippine Basketball Association handed over two refurbished basketball courts in Candon City and held basketball clinics for local youth as part of its initiative to promote the sport outside Metro Manila.

Jema Galanza unleashes a powerful spike as Creamline battles Nxled in a gripping PVL All-Filipino Conference showdown. [PVL Images]

Creamline survives Nxled in five-set thriller to secure solo second in PVL All-Filipino Conference

March 8, 2026March 8, 2026Comments Off

Creamline leaned on its championship experience to outlast Nxled in a grueling five-set showdown and secure solo second place in the PVL All-Filipino Conference standings.

Louie Ramirez delivers a spike as Savouge maintains control of the match. [Spikers Turf photo]

Savouge sweeps AEP to set up unbeaten showdown with Criss Cross in Spikers’ Turf

March 7, 2026March 7, 2026Comments Off

Savouge remained unbeaten after sweeping AEP Cabstars, setting up a highly anticipated clash with fellow unbeaten Criss Cross in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.