![Sharina Rhayza Lleses led Alas Pilipinas with 15 points against Japan. [AVC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Untitled-design237-1024x683.png)
Alas Pilipinas suffered a straight-sets loss to Japan in the AVC Girls’ U18 Championship despite a standout performance from 14-year-old Sharina Rhayza Lleses, setting up a must-win clash against Indonesia.
From Small-Town Roots to World’s No. 4: How Rydelle Abarico Became the Philippines’ Skateboarding Queen
World No. 4 downhill skateboarder Rydelle Grace Abarico has received one of Philippine sports’ rarest honors after her hometown of Alegria, Surigao del Norte, officially named a downhill course after her during the Governor’s Cup KSA National Downhill Skateboarding Competition.
2026 LoL KeSPA CUP Heads to Disney+ in Exclusive Global Streaming Deal for League of Legends Fans
Disney+ will exclusively livestream every match of the 2026 LoL KeSPA CUP worldwide, expanding its growing esports lineup and giving League of Legends fans global access to one of South Korea’s premier tournaments.
![Xyz Ellen Rayco led the Filipinas with a match-high 19 points. [AVC pool]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Untitled-design224-1024x538.png)
PH Opens AVC U18 Campaign With Gritty Win Over Iran in World Championship Chase
The Philippines boosted its hopes of qualifying for the FIVB U19 World Championship after defeating Iran in four sets to open its AVC Girls’ U18 Championship campaign. Xyz Ellen Rayco starred as the young Filipinas earned a vital Pool C victory in Thailand.
Can the Philippines Shock Asia? Teen Volleyball Stars Ready for Massive U18 Test
The Philippines begins its AVC Girls’ U18 Championship campaign against defending Asian youth champion Iran before facing Japan and Indonesia in a challenging group stage. Fresh off a bronze-medal finish at the Princess Cup, the young Filipinas aim to build on their recent success in Thailand.
BRAVE CF 107 Brings World-Class MMA to Bulgaria With Blockbuster International Clashes
BRAVE Combat Federation has confirmed the complete fight card for BRAVE CF 107, featuring Bulgarian star Kaloyan Kolev in the main event and a host of international matchups. The event takes place on August 1 at Burgas Arena in partnership with the Bulgarian Fight Agency.
![The men's and women's volleyball pools feature experienced national team players. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Untitled-design217-1024x538.png)
Alas Pilipinas Reloads: 33 Athletes Named for Asian Games Volleyball Campaign
The Philippine Olympic Committee has unveiled the men’s and women’s Alas Pilipinas volleyball pools for the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Veteran coaches Angiolino Frigoni and Takayuki Minowa will continue leading the national teams as preparations intensify for September’s continental showcase.
PH Tennis Trailblazer Alexandra Eala Set for Star Turn at Upgraded Singapore Open
Philippine tennis star Alexandra Eala will return to Singapore this September as one of the headline players at the upgraded Singapore Tennis Open. The WTA World No. 32 will compete in the tournament’s first edition as a WTA 500 event, marking another milestone in her historic career.
India’s Loss, Philippines’ Gain: PH Football Cashes In on Surprise Asian Games Slot
The Philippine men’s football team has secured a surprise place at the Aichi-Nagoya 20th Asian Games after India’s withdrawal opened a slot. The qualification means the Philippines will field both its men’s and women’s football teams while preparing its largest delegation in recent Asian Games history.
![Princess Aumagel Cortez smiles as she drapes the Philippine flag over her shoulders after clinching the 59kg women's class combat sambo gold in the 11th Asia-Oceania Sambo Championships at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium last Saturday evening. [PSC photo]](https://sportsbytes.com.ph/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/PSC_0560-1-1024x743.jpg)
From Zero to Hero: How the Philippines Built a Sambo Powerhouse in Front of Hometown Fans
The Philippines announced itself as an emerging sambo powerhouse after winning three gold medals at the 11th Asia-Oceania Sambo Championships in Manila. Led by Aislinn Agnes Yap, Jomary Torres and Aumagel Princess Cortez, the host nation delivered its best-ever campaign against some of the region’s strongest competitors.