POC Chief Defends Eala’s Bold Stand Against WTA Rules
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POC president Abraham Tolentino backs Alex Eala’s decision to play at the Asian Games despite a scheduling clash with the WTA.
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Alas teams secure Asian Games volleyball berths
The Philippines has officially qualified both its men’s and women’s indoor volleyball teams for the Nagoya-Aichi 2026 Asian Games, marking another milestone for the country’s growing volleyball program.
Philippine Sports Hall of Fame set to enshrine new icons in historic Rizal Memorial rite
The Philippine Sports Hall of Fame will welcome its fifth batch of inductees on May 20 at Rizal Memorial Coliseum, honoring Filipino athletes and coaches who have achieved excellence in regional, continental, and global competitions.
PH stages ACC Track Cycling Championships after 30 years
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The Philippines hosts the ACC Track Cycling Championships for the first time in three decades, drawing over 600 athletes from across Asia.
POC lines up SEA Plus Youth Games, Asian Beach Games hosting for 2027–2028
Just days into the new year, the Philippine Olympic Committee confirmed plans to host two major international events, securing the SEA Plus Youth Games in late 2027 and targeting the Asian Beach Games for early 2028 as part of a wider sports tourism push.
Tolentino pushes new SEA Plus Youth Games to fast-track Olympic-ready talent
Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino is leading the creation of the Southeast Asian Plus Youth Games, a new grassroots multi-sport platform designed to prepare young athletes for the Asian Youth Games and the Youth Olympic Games.
Tolentino sees brighter future for Philippine sports after Olympic gains
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Philippine Olympic Committee president Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino expressed strong optimism for Filipino athletes, citing Olympic-sport success at the SEA Games and momentum heading into multiple global events.
Coo boosts Philippines’ SEA Games hopes with Asian BMX bronze in Japan
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Patrick Coo secured a bronze medal at the Asian BMX championships in Japan, giving the Philippines a promising boost ahead of the Southeast Asian Games in Thailand in December.
POC warns of possible Alas Pilipinas withdrawal from SEA Games over PVL agreement
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The Philippine Olympic Committee has warned that Alas Pilipinas Women could be withdrawn from the 33rd SEA Games unless the PVL abides by an agreement ensuring the national team’s full preparation and cooperation.
Asian Youth Games 2025: Carpio’s gold lifts Philippine team ahead of grand opening in Bahrain
The Philippines opened its campaign in the 3rd Asian Youth Games on a golden note as Pencak Silat star Kram Airam Carpio captured the country’s first gold medal ahead of the official opening ceremony in Bahrain.