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Filipinas cited for uniting nation in historic World Cup stint
July 31, 2023, 3:18 pm Updated on July 31, 2023, 3:54 pm
AUCKLAND – The top two officials of the Philippine Football Federation (PFF) on Monday expressed their pride and thanks to the Filipinas, the national women’s football team, for uniting the nation and Filipinos worldwide for their memorable and historic outing in the FIFA Women’s World Cup.… Read More
Indonesia wins SEA V.League men's 2nd leg
July 31, 2023, 10:26 am
STA. ROSA, Laguna – Indonesia rallied past Thailand, 25-27, 20-25, 25-21, 25-21 15-9, to rule the second leg of the Southeast Asia Volleyball League (V.League) at the City of Santa Rosa Multi-Purpose Complex here on Sunday night. First leg Most Valuable Player Fahry Septian Putratama had 17… Read More
Hopes high for strong finish by Filipinas in Asian Games
July 30, 2023, 8:32 pm
MANILA – After its historic maiden stint in the FIFA Women’s World Cup in New Zealand, the country can look forward to another memorable stint by the Filipinas football team at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, China in September. The Philippines, ranked No. 46 in the world, absorbed a 0-6… Read More
Indonesia nears SEA V.League Leg 2 title
July 30, 2023, 6:36 pm
CITY OF STA. ROSA, Laguna – Indonesia outplayed the Philippines, 25-20, 25-22, 25-20, to move within a victory of claiming the second leg of the Southeast Asia Volleyball League (V.League) at the City of Sta. Rosa Multi-Purpose Complex on Saturday night. Farhan Halim had 19 points on 18 hits… Read More
PH returning to Asian Games men’s volleyball after 49 years
July 30, 2023, 5:47 pm
CITY OF STA. ROSA, LAGUNA – The Philippines is returning to the Asian Games men's volleyball after 49 years. Tasked to carry the fight are the core members of the team in the ongoing Southeast Asian Volleyball League (V.League). Bryan Bagunas and Marck Espejo, who returned to the team after… Read More
4 more golds for PH lifters at Asian Youth, Junior Championships
July 30, 2023, 3:02 pm
MANILA – Zamboanga weightlifters Angeline Colonia and Rose Jean Ramos delivered as expected, producing four gold medals on Saturday in the Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships in New Delhi, India. Colonia, the youngest sibling of 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympian Nestor, ranked first in… Read More
PH faces Norway for spot in FIFA Women’s World Cup knockout round
July 29, 2023, 8:24 pm
AUCKLAND – Facing their most menacing foes yet, the upset-conscious Filipinas are excited and unfazed as they tackle the fancied Norway Gresshoppene (The Grasshoppers) Sunday for a coveted place in the next round at the close of Group A play in the FIFA Women’s World Cup at Eden Park here.… Read More
PH lifters open Asian Youth, Junior Championships with 4 golds
July 29, 2023, 5:41 pm
MANILA – The Philippines kicked off its campaign in the Asian Youth and Junior Weightlifting Championships on a high note on Saturday, winning four gold medals at the Gautam Buddha University in New Delhi, India. Prince Keil delos Santos of Angono, Rizal topped the snatch (94kg), placed second… Read More
Thailand beats PH anew at SEA V.League Leg 2
July 29, 2023, 11:40 am
STA. ROSA, LAGUNA – Thailand proved its mettle in the deciding fifth set to beat the Philippines, 26-24, 25-27, 21-25, 25-23, 17-15, in the Southeast Asian Men’s Volleyball League (SEA V.League) at the City of Sta. Rosa Multi-Purpose Complex here on Friday night. Thai opposite hitter Supakorn… Read More
FIBA World Cup to reintroduce PH to the world - DOT
July 28, 2023, 12:14 pm
MANILA – The Philippines will wear its "puso" (heart) on its proverbial sleeve as it hosts the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023 with the backing of the national government, through the Department of Tourism (DOT). The DOT will give fans reasons to love the Philippines by marrying world-class… Read More
SEA VLeague kicks off in Laguna
July 27, 2023, 9:18 pm
MANILA – The Philippines will try to get back at Thailand when they meet on Friday (July 28) during the second leg of the inaugural Southeast Asia (SEA) Volleyball League at the City of Santa Rosa Multi-Purpose Complex in Laguna. The Filipinos, led by veterans Bryan Bagunas and Marck Espejo,… Read More
Tagaytay combat sports center inaugurated
July 27, 2023, 8:50 pm
MANILA – Tagaytay City is known as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Philippines and soon, it will become a national sports hub with world-class facilities. On Thursday, Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) President Abraham “Bambol” Tolentino led the inauguration ceremony… Read More
Proudly Filipino, Eggesvik ready for Norway on Sunday
July 27, 2023, 5:44 pm
AUCKLAND – Born in Norway but proudly Filipino, talented midfielder Sara Eggesvik will set her feelings aside and will be battle-ready as the Filipinas play the Gresshoppene (the Grasshoppers) in a critical match on Sunday at the close of Group A in the FIFA Women’s World Cup at Eden Park… Read More
Spain, Japan reach last 16 in FIFA Women's World Cup
July 26, 2023, 9:28 pm
ANKARA – Spain and Japan on Wednesday were the first teams to clinch the last 16 berths in the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup before matchday three. Spanish women hammered Zambia 5-0 in New Zealand's Auckland to top Group C. Teresa Abelleira scored an early opener for Spain. La Roja's Jennifer… Read More
POC chief, solon heap praises on Filipinas, Blu Girls
July 26, 2023, 7:00 pm
MANILA – Philippine Olympic Committee (POC) president Abraham Tolentino heaped praises on the national team’s stunning victory over New Zealand at the FIFA Women’s World Cup on Tuesday, saying God’s hand continues to touch Filipino athletes as they battle odds on the global arena. On the… Read More
‘Puso’ pushes Filipinas past Ferns to epic 1st win in World Cup
July 26, 2023, 4:05 pm
WELLINGTON – Goalkeeper Olivia McDaniel and midfielder Tahnai Annis were both asked what Filipino word came to mind in describing the Filipinas’ FIFA Women’s World Cup monumental 1-0 upset of the Ferns in front of a packed hometown crowd at the Wellington Stadium here Tuesday night. “Puso… Read More
Filipinas score 1st FIFA World Cup win
July 25, 2023, 6:50 pm Updated on July 25, 2023, 7:59 pm
MANILA – The Philippine women's football team scored its first-ever win in the FIFA Women's World Cup by beating co-host nation New Zealand, 1-0, on Tuesday at the Wellington Regional Stadium. Sarina Bolden made the difference for the Filipinas as she scored the match's lone goal. Bolden made… Read More
2025 Chengdu World Games to feature 35 sports
July 25, 2023, 8:43 am
MANILA – The 12th edition of the World Games which will take place in China next year will feature 35 sports. The International World Games Association (IWGA) made the announcement on Monday after finalizing the sports program of the Aug. 7 to 17 competition to be hosted by Chengdu, the capital… Read More
PH bowlers to join Thailand Open
July 25, 2023, 8:30 am
MANILA – Southeast Asian Games double-gold winner Merwin Mathieu Tan will banner the Philippine team at the 47th MWA-Singha International Open Tenpin Bowling Championship to be held from July 25-30 at the Blu-O Rhythm & Bowl Ratchayothin in Bangkok, Thailand. Also competing are Patrick Neil… Read More
Salvino to lead PH swim squad in World Junior Championships
July 23, 2023, 6:52 pm
MANILA – Cambodia Southeast Asian (SEA) Games gold medalist Teia Salvino will lead the Philippine campaign at the 9th World Aquatics Junior Championships scheduled on Sept. 4 to 9 in Netanya, Israel. The announcement was made Sunday by the Philippine Swimming, Inc. (PSI) in a letter signed by… Read More
