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Coach Mike Oliver took over the Pace Academy basketball program in 2019-20.

KEEPING PACE: AGAINST ALL ODDS

March 21, 2026Comments Off

Pace Academy’s basketball program has steadily grown into a powerhouse, reaching the PCYAA finals for the first time and producing a PBA first overall pick under the leadership of coach Michael Oliver.

Jay Rack Dela Noche delivers a sharp kill to give AEP-Cabstars a crucial lead over 3B. [Spikers Turf photo]

AEP-Cabstars beat 3B, clinch final semis spot in Spikers’ Turf

March 21, 2026March 21, 2026Comments Off

AEP-Cabstars defeated 3B 25-23, 25-13, 25-23 to clinch a Final Four spot in the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference, completing the semifinal lineup alongside Criss Cross, Savouge, and Alpha Insurance.

Justin Brownlee drives to the basket, scoring for Barangay Ginebra against Macau in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]

Ginebra dominates Macau: Brownlee, Abarrientos lead big win

March 21, 2026March 21, 2026Comments Off

Justin Brownlee and RJ Abarrientos lead Barangay Ginebra to a 110-93 victory over Macau, setting the tone for the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup with an energetic debut.

Jaron Requinton scores for Criss Cross, leading the second-unit charge in the Spikers’ Turf Open Conference. [Spikers Turf photo]

Criss Cross crushes VNS, one win away from elimination sweep

March 21, 2026Comments Off

Criss Cross overwhelmed VNS Always Bright Laticrete in straight sets, highlighting its depth and moving one win away from a perfect elimination round in the 2026 Spikers’ Turf Open Conference.

A late game scuffle involving Jaylen Johnson of Rain or Shine and Glen Khobuntin marred the PBA Commissioner's Cup first game match on Friday, March 20. [photo credit: Peter Baltazar]

Bol dazzles, Nocum decides: Rain or Shine steals win from TNT

March 21, 2026March 21, 2026Comments Off

Adrian Nocum delivers a clutch finish as Rain or Shine survives Bol Bol’s explosive debut to secure a narrow win over TNT in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.

No Easy Roads: Tour of Luzon 2026 Brings Back Cycling’s Toughest Philippine Test

March 20, 2026Comments Off

The MPTC Tour of Luzon 2026 returns with 14 stages spanning 13 provinces and 1,815.8 kilometers, offering brutal climbs, breakneck sprints, and international participation.

Gregorio at the Visayas Sports Summit in Iloilo City with local officials. [PSC photo]

PSC eyes regional hubs as sports tourism gains ground nationwide

March 20, 2026March 20, 2026Comments Off

Philippine Sports Commission Chairman Patrick Gregorio tours Davao, Iloilo, and Cebu, highlighting sports tourism, regional training centers, and grassroots development.

Sisi Rondina powers a spike as Choco Mucho pulls away in the fourth set. [PVL Images]

Choco Mucho tunes up for Play-In, outlasts ZUS Coffee to close PVL prelims

March 20, 2026Comments Off

Choco Mucho Flying Titans close their PVL All-Filipino Conference 2026 prelims with a four-set victory over ZUS Coffee, gaining momentum heading into the Play-In stage.