Tokyo kicks off Games amid COVID-19 concerns

FUKUSHIMA/TOKYO — The pandemic-postponed Tokyo 2020 Olympics began on Wednesday with Japanese women’s softball pitcher Yukiko Ueno getting Games competition underway in what the head of the World Health Organization (WHO) said was needed as “a celebration of hope.”

Nets, Lakers ahead in 2022 NBA title odds

THE Milwaukee Bucks and Phoenix Suns are looking up at the favorites to win the 2021-22 NBA title according to early odds released by sportsbooks on Tuesday.

Giannis named NBA Finals MVP

MILWAUKEE Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo was named the NBA Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP) after leading his team to a 4-2 series victory over the visiting Phoenix Suns on Tuesday.

Obiena has eyes on the prize in Tokyo

POLE-VAULTER EJ Obiena holds the distinction as the first Filipino athlete to qualify for the Olympic Games in Tokyo and is looking to create more history as he competes in the rescheduled quadrennial Games.

Team Philippines settling well in Athletes’ Village heading into start of Olympic Games

MEMBERS of Team Philippines for the Tokyo Olympic Games are settling well in the Athletes’ Villages as they wait for the official start of the proceedings this weekend.

Northport notches first win in rout of Phoenix

The Northport Batang Pier barged into the win column in the PBA Philippine Cup after routing the Phoenix Super LPG Fuel Masters, 115-79, on Wednesday at the Ynares Sports Arena in Pasig City.

Cignal tops Sta. Lucia in four sets

The Cignal HD Spikers bounced back from their opening game loss in the Premier Volleyball League Open Conference, defeating the Sta. Lucia Lady Realtors in four sets, 25-22, 25-18, 13-25, 25-20, on Wednesday at the PCV Socio-Civic Cultural Center in Bacarra, Ilocos Norte. 

Filipino gymnast Caloy Yulo ready to compete in the Tokyo Games 

By Michael Angelo S. Murillo  FILIPINO gymnast Caloy Yulo is ready to compete in the Olympic Games in Tokyo, aided by the extended preparation he had.  This was shared by...

Suns ‘embrace’ 3-2 deficit as Bucks go for Finals finish 

MILWAUKEE — Elimination games are all about mentality, and the Milwaukee Bucks are acclimating to the demands of finishing while the Phoenix Suns attempt to embrace...

Team PHL members start training in Tokyo 

MEMBERS of Team Philippines now in Tokyo for the Olympic Games have started their training in their respective venues, said the country’s chef de mission.  CDM...

Creamline fights off spirited Petro Gazz challenge

The Creamline Cool Smashers stepped up late to frustrate the Petro Gazz Angels, 24-26, 28-26, 25-22, 25-20, in their Premier Volleyball League Open Conference...

Pair of PBA matches postponed over safety concerns 

THE young Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) season hit its first speed bump after the league was forced to postpone a pair of matches set for Wednesday over...