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Picklum Hails Filipina Teen Lopez as Next-Gen Inspiration at Cloud 9

Molly Picklum recognized Mara Lopez’s surfing talent and potential to inspire the next generation of Filipino surfers.

November 1, 2026

World No. 1 Molly Picklum praised Filipina teenager Mara Lopez after their Round 1 matchup at the inaugural WSL Philippines Pro in Siargao.

Philip Ella Juico: A Life in Philippine Sports

Philip Ella Juico. [By Gabriela Liana S. Barela for the Philippine Information Agency (PIA 3) - "New Clark City Stadium to enhance performance of athletes-PATAFA" - Philippine Information Agency, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=81791071]

November 1, 2026

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Former PSC chairman Popoy Juico leaves a legacy in Philippine athletics, youth development and volleyball after decades in sports administration.

Hopkins stuns No. 3 Bryan at Cloud 9, sets up Simmers quarterfinal

Portugal's Yolanda Hopkins defeated world No. 3 Gabriela Bryan to reach the quarterfinals of the WSL Philippines Pro. [WSL photo]

October 31, 2026

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Portugal’s Yolanda Hopkins ousted world No. 3 Gabriela Bryan at the WSL Philippines Pro in Siargao and advanced to a quarterfinal against Caitlin Simmers.

Bacolod Prepares for a Sporting Spectacle as Batang Pinoy Draws Record Turnout

PSC Chairman Patrick Gregorio (left) and Bacolod City Mayor Greg Gasataya lead preparations for the 2026 Batang Pinoy. [PSC photo]

October 31, 2026

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Bacolod will use 43 schools as billeting quarters for 35,894 participants at the Dec. 12-18 Batang Pinoy National Championships.

PH Para Athletes Deliver Medal Haul at Asian Para Games as Officials Plan Training Centre

Philippine para athletes finished 17th at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan, with two gold medals, two silvers and three bronzes.

October 24, 2026

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The Philippines won two golds, two silvers and three bronzes in Nagoya, while officials explored plans for the country’s first para athlete training center.

Ormoc City Expands Sports Facilities as Richard and Lucy Gomez Push Training Hub Vision

Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez said Ormoc City's sports facilities are intended to serve athletes, families, local communities and visitors as the city expands its sports tourism initiatives. [Ormoc City Regional Sports Hub photos]

October 23, 2026

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Ormoc City is expanding sports facilities and athlete housing as Mayor Lucy Torres-Gomez, Rep. Richard Gomez and the PSC push to develop a regional training hub.

Marama Tokong Gets Coveted WSL Wildcard as Siargao Prepares to Welcome Surfing’s Biggest Stars

Marama Tokong earned a wildcard for the WSL Philippines Pro, the first World Surf League Championship Tour event to be held in the Philippines. [photo credit: Pilipinas Surfing Facebook]

October 21, 2026

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Siargao surfing star Marama Tokong earns a wildcard for the Philippines’ first WSL Championship Tour event, set for Cloud 9 from Oct. 31 to Nov. 10.

Philippine Baseball Is Back: Historic Stadium Reborn at Last

Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium is undergoing a major renovation ahead of the East Asia Cup 2026, with upgrades planned for the historic Manila venue.

October 13, 2026

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Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium is getting a major facelift ahead of the East Asia Cup 2026, with upgrades aimed at bringing Philippine baseball to a new era.