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SEA Games 2017: Showcasing Lasallian excellence

During the 29th edition of the Southeast Asian Games (SEA Games), held last August 19 to 30, in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, representatives from each region sent their best athletes to compete, showcase their skills, and represent the country. The Philippines ranked 6th place overall, bringing home 121 medals: 24 gold, 33 silver, and 64 bronze…

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De La Salle Taekwondo seeks to avenge disappointing UAAP Season 79

Just a few weeks before the Taekwondo tournament in the UAAP begins, the De La Salle Taekwondo (DELTA) team is armed and ready for the upcoming season. After failing to stand on the podium last UAAP Season 79, as the men’s and women’s finished fifth and sixth, respectively, both teams are looking to improve on…

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UAAP: Green Tankers claim silver, Lady Tankers finish fourth in Season 80

The DLSU Green and Lady Tankers showed promising performances in both individual and team events but came up short in bringing home the championship in this year’s UAAP Season 80 Swimming Tournament held at the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex Swimming Pool last October 12 to 15. In this year’s event, the Green Tankers garnered a…

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UAAP: Green, Lady Tankers plunge into action for Season 80 Championship

With the first semester of the season beginning anew, the DLSU Green and Lady Tankers are ready to make waves once again in the upcoming UAAP Season 80 Swimming Tournament. Ever since Season 77, the Green Tankers and Lady Tankers have settled for second and third place, respectively, in each of the past three years.…

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Behind the scenes of a rookie’s responsibilities

Being a rookie is one tough job, since they are expected to perform well and to prove to everyone that they deserve to be included in the lineup of their team. Aside from playing during the games and participating in daily team trainings, a rookie has other tasks to contribute for the team, as well.…

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Pagaduan IV reunites with Animo Squad

Now that his stint with UST has come to a close, Ramon Pagaduan IV is taking the helm for the DLSU Animo Squad anew in time for UAAP Season 80, in the hopes of bringing a cheerdance title to Taft. The new head coach of the Animo Squad talks about his transfer and his ambitions…

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Green Archers’ newcomers gear up for title defense

Last season’s seniors Jeron Teng, Thomas Torres, Jason Perkins, and Julian Sargent were instrumental in bringing the men’s basketball trophy back to Taft, but will no longer suit up for the DLSU Green Archers after playing out their eligibility. Four players who impressed in the preseason for the Green-and-White and who will seek to fill…

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Going the extra mile with cross-training

Everyone has their own way of enjoying their free time, and the student-athletes of DLSU are no different. They exhibit skills and talent beyond what is seen on the playing field or the television screen, but each also has their own way of progressing their game, coming from the discipline to push themselves to go…

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PCL: DLSU Dragon Boat stamps its class over AdU, SBC, seals four titles

Coming off its competition in China, the DLSU Dragon Boat Team clinched four titles in the 1st Triton-Philippine Collegiate League (PCL) held at Manila Bay last July 1. The Lasallians finished first place in the four small boat competitions, namely 250m Mixed, 250m Open, 500m Mixed, and 500 Open. Results In the 250m Mixed, DLSU…

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DLSU Dragon Boat wraps up campaign in China, clinches fifth in Men’s 500m Small Boat

The DLSU Dragon Boat Team recently represented the Philippines in the the 2017 World Famous University Dragon Boat Festival held at DaLi County of Weinan City, Shaanxi, China last June 24 to 25. The Lasallians placed eighth for both the 200m and the 2000m events, while placing fifth for the 500m division. Led by team…