Being an athlete does not just require exceptional skills and a ton of training hours in order to be the best one in the field. There are other factors to consider, such as equipment, coaches, and other miscellaneous expenses. What more for national athletes? They need top-tier coaches, top-of-the-line equipment, and opportunities to train in…
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In a country that has an obsession with basketball, other sports are often overlooked. Hence, the development of some other sports are stalled. Recently, however, one sport has grown exponentially at a rate that is unparalleled—the beautiful game of football. The interest of the Filipino people has been piqued by the success of its national…
With the Toronto Raptors making history in the recently concluded National Basketball Association (NBA) Finals 2019, basketball enthusiasts now shift their focus to the offseason. The offseason can be the most anticipated or dreaded time of the year for loyal supporters of certain teams. Unexpected trades and sudden moves by stars and clubs from the…
Clinching top honors in the league is no walk in the park, and cementing a three-peat legacy is no easy coup either. Yet the DLSU Lady Booters were steadfast in achieving the rare feat for the University. Unlike the two previous editions of the tournament wherein DLSU went up against UST, the UAAP Season 81…
After falling short of a Final Four stint last UAAP Season 81 because of a heartbreaking loss to the FEU Tamaraws, the DLSU Green Archers remain hopeful as go-to center Justine Baltazar showcased his full potential this recently concluded season. Although the squad lost a valuable piece in Ben Mbala, Baltazar strongly proved that he…
Earning a title is a dream every coach aspires for in the world of sports. In the Philippine collegiate setting, winning the “double crown” in the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP), wherein both men’s and women’s win the championship, is an almost impossible accomplishment. The feat has only been achieved a few times…
For the Lasallian community, another championship in the books is a great addition for glory. But for Kiko Gesmundo, it means he ends his career on a high note. He was injured during the time the DLSU Green Batters made their championship runs, but at the end of the day, the Lasallian stepped up to…
The UAAP Women’s Football season concluded with a dashing 2-0 finals victory in favor of the De La Salle Lady Booters. It was a victory that every Lasallian football enthusiast or die hard fan can be proud of as the team accomplished its historical three-peat to cap off the victorious run. As the sea of…
Spotting a silver finish behind the seven-peat champions, UE Red Warriors, the DLSU Green Fencers moved up the podium with the assistance of their prized rookie, Darylle Lumahan, as he landed second in the men’s individual épée behind the men’s division MVP Samuel Tranquilan of UE, and garnered gold in the team category. After bagging…
In an interview before the season started, head coach Ronald Kraut expected them to at least make it to the finals. “For women’s, [they were] third place last year, we’re looking for first or second place this year. So it’s doing better definitely than last year,” explained Kraut. The expectation made by coach Kraut may…