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EJ Obiena makes history as first Filipino to receive Olympic Games Paris 2024 Athlete Sponsorship

March 8, 2024March 8, 2024Comments Off

EJ Obiena was revealed to be part of the 117 athletes by the worldwide payment technology partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024.

Jaworski puts the defensive clamp on Alfredo Hubalde in one of the many epic Toyota vs. Crispa encounters.

Toyota vs. Crispa: The Last Hurrah in Guam 1984

March 2, 2024January 16, 2025Comments Off

Toyota and Crispa played a pair of exhibition games dubbed the “Last Hurrah in Guam” in March 1984.

Thanks to Philippine Aquatics, swimming no longer drowning; Kume Marcial job perfect

March 2, 2024Comments Off

Hosting the 11th Asian Age Group championships in New Clark City Aquatics Center in Capas, Tarlac is proof that Philippine Aquatics is capable of achieving the unimaginable years back.

PH Senator Pia Cayetano and Tourism Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco (third and fourth from left) with (from left) Philippine National Volleyball Federation (PNVF) president Ramon “Tats” Suzara, Volleyball World CEO Finn Taylor, Philippine Sports Commission chairman Richard Bachmann and Philippine Olympic Committee secretary-general Atty. Warton Chan. [photo credit: PNVF]

PH formalizes hosting bid for FIVB Volleyball World Men’s Championship 2025

March 1, 2024March 1, 2024Comments Off

The Philippines has formalized on Thursday, February 28, its bid to host the prestigious FIVB Volleyball World Men’s Championship 2025 where 31 of the world’s best nations plus the country’s national team will showcase elite action in the sport from September 12 to 28.

Sisi Rondina of the Choco Mucho Flying Titans [photo credit: PVL Images]

2024 PVL All-Filipino Conference: Rondina upbeat on Flying Titans chances

February 22, 2024February 22, 2024Comments Off

Sisi Rondina’s leadership will be a crucial element aimed at guiding the Choco Mucho Flying Titans to a dream finish in the 2024 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference.

LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers [photo credit; @kingjames Instagram]

Gary Payton drops truth bomb on LeBron heading to Warriors – ‘LeBron is not going anywhere’

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024Comments Off

“The Glove” feels that 4-time NBA MVP is already in a good place and adds that LA is Bron’s last stop when he spoke to Vincent Goodwill of Yahoo Sports.

Backcourt duo SonnyJaworski and Francis Arnaiz joined Gilbey's Gin during the 1984 PBA season following the disbandment of Toyota.

‘You Are Free’ – The Day Beer Hausen granted Jaworski, Arnaiz freedom

February 21, 2024February 21, 2024Comments Off

On February 18, 1984, Shareholdings Inc. gave Robert Jaworski, Francis Arnaiz, Arnulfo Tuadles and Chito Loyzaga the green light to negotiate with other teams although all could have ended up with Gilbey’s Gin.

Manny Pacquiao's Paris Olympic dream came to an abrupt end due to age-related issues. [photo credit: Manny Pacquiao Facebook]

Manny Pacquiao Paris Olympics bid ends on a sour note

February 18, 2024February 18, 2024Comments Off

Filipino boxing icon Manny Pacquiao won’t be showcasing his legendary ring savvy to the Paris Olympics primarily because the former eight-division world professional champion is overaged.

Michelle Gumabao of Creamline [PVL photo]

PVL: Cool Smashers brace for tougher challenge to win another All-Filipino Conference crown

February 17, 2024February 17, 2024Comments Off

Although other Premier Volleyball League (PVL) teams underwent overhauls, the Creamline Cool Smashers opted for minimal changes heading into the 2024 All-Filipino Conference that kicks off on Tuesday, February 20, at the Philsports Arena in Pasig City.