SMB signs lowest pick Kyt Jimenez, Mallillin for two years
SAN Miguel Beer has given Internet sensation Kyt Jimenez a chance to prove himself as a PBA player.
The Beermen signed Mr. Jimenez for two...
Gilas cadet Navarro has ‘existing contract’ with Northport — SBP
SAMAHANG Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP), amidst a public outcry, stood defiant on its decision to shelve Gilas Pilipinas cadet Will Navarro’s stint in the Korean Basketball League (KBL) due to an “existing contract” he has to honor.
National Basketball Association touts ‘localization’ as key in growing business in Asia, the Philippines
HAVING steadily grown its business in the Asian region, the National Basketball Association highlighted the key role that “localization” plays in its thrust in bringing the brand, and what it stands for, to more people.
Major sporting events affected by virus
By Anthony L. Cuaycong
The novel coronavirus has affected even sports. Major organizations are now preventing members of the media from accessing locker rooms after matches, with pressers held in strict compliance of social distancing measures. Other decisions will most likely be made on an as-needed basis, but preparations for any contingency are already being done. National Basketball Association teams have been told to be open to the possibility of holding matches without any paying spectators on hand, initially thumbed down by the Lakers’ LeBron James, by far the league’s biggest draw, but later on accepted as a worst-case option in the interest of public health.
Lyceum beats Letran, 109-85, to make finals return
THE Lyceum Pirates will make their National Collegiate Athletic Association finals return after beating the Letran Knights, 109-85, in their seminal match on Friday at the FilOil Flying V Centre in San Juan City.
Spurs sans Leonard
By Anthony L. Cuaycong
Of the countless surprises the National Basketball Association has churned out this season, perhaps one of the most understated has been the Spurs’ continued...
Meralco eyes EASL 2-0 lead against Ryukyu in Okinawa
THE MERALCO BOLTS set out to go 2-0 in the East Asia Super League (EASL) tonight when they battle B. League heavyweight Ryukyu Golden Kings at the latter’s territory at the Okinawa Arena in Japan.
JRU outlasts LPU in five-set thriller, earns Final Four slot
JOSÉ Rizal University (JRU) outlasted Lyceum of the Philippines University (LPU) in the fifth and final set, 25-11, 16-25, 17-25, 25-21, 17-15, on Tuesday to complete a semifinal return since 2018 in the NCAA Season 97 volleyball at the Paco Arena.
Never be replicated
By Anthony L. Cuaycong
The 2025–26 season of the National Basketball Association will be LeBron James’ 23rd in the pro scene. The number is, no doubt, significant for...
‘Extraordinary’ NCAA season officially kicks off
SEASON 96 of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) conducted in extraordinary circumstances because of the pandemic officially kicked off on Sunday with a virtual opening ceremony.
Thirdy Ravena ready for the challenge that awaits in Japan
RECENTLY inked a one-season deal to play in the B. League in Japan, collegiate standout and national team player Thirdy Ravena said he is looking forward to the new journey he is about to take along with the challenges that await him there.
Student-coach Robinson nets another UAAP crown for La Salle
DE LA SALLE University’s (DLSU) author to essaying another UAAP championship wasn’t just a mere coach. Like all of his players juggling mid-terms and...