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Coach of the Year: Randy Segarra leads chess teams to podium finishes

Season 80 was a defining edition of the UAAP for La Salle Chess. As the men’s team aimed for a podium finish, the women’s team on the other hand did their best to avoid another occurrence of a tie similar to last year’s championship. Segarra states that both teams had a different complexion for this…

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Male Athlete of the Year: Ben Mbala earns spot among La Salle’s greatest athletes

Despite being limited to only a couple of years in the UAAP due to eligibility issues, Ben Mbala’s legacy will forever be cemented in the history of DLSU Basketball. His short-term stay with La Salle was packed with individual milestones and team achievements. Backlashed for his race and hated by his opponents for his brute…

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Team of the Year: Lady Spikers achieve rare three-peat championship

Starting off the season with a similar yet different set of players, the DLSU Lady Spikers faced several challenges yet still came out on top with the same exceptional performance they have always given. Despite the doubts and challenges faced by the DLSU Lady Spikers this UAAP Season 80, the team achieved a rare feat…

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UAAP: DLSU Women’s Football Team accomplishes a repeat

After ending its seven-year title drought last season, the DLSU Women’s Football Team was able to bag another championship, as it concluded Season 80 with a 2-1 victory over the UST Golden Tigresses in the Finals. When asked to describe the entire season, Nina Arrieta responded, “Oh wow! It was a roller-coaster. Ups and downs…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers wins third consecutive title after defeating FEU in straight sets

The DLSU Lady Spikers defended the crown once more this UAAP Season 80 after triumphing over the FEU Lady Tamaraws in straight sets, 26-24, 25-20, 26-24, earlier today at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. With the win, La Salle bagged its 11th UAAP Volleyball crown and third consecutive title under head coach Ramil De Jesus. Dawn…

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UAAP: DLSU Lady Spikers put down FEU, earns a step closer to the title

The DLSU Lady Spikers took game one of the UAAP Women’s Volleyball Finals and are one game away from claiming their 11th championship title after successfully defeating the FEU Lady Tamaraws in three straight sets, 29-27, 25-21, 25-22, last Saturday at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Kim Dy led La Salle the victory after contributing 10…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers clash with FEU for title

A new strife will be featured in this year’s UAAP Women’s Volleyball tournament as the FEU Lady Tamaraws will be squaring off against the defending champions, the DLSU Lady Spikers. The Lady Tamaraws ended the season with a 10-4 win-loss card, whereas La Salle topped the standings with a 12-2 slate. A heated rivalry between…

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UAAP: La Salle’s campaign ends in the Final Four, loses to UP, 1-0

The DLSU Men’s Football Team made their Season 80 exit earlier today at the Rizal Memorial Stadium as the Lasallians succumbed to a 1-0 defeat against the UP Fighting Maroons. Kyle Magdato scored the match’s only goal as he smashed in the ball past the goalkeeper in the 47th minute. It was an impressive run…

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UAAP: Lady Woodpushers reclaim title, Green Woodpushers secure podium finish

With a handful of graduating players from both divisions, the DLSU Woodpushers ended their respective seasons on a high note. The Lady Woodpushers were crowned champions once again after concluding at second place last year. Meanwhile, their male counterparts redeemed themselves and won second place after falling short against the NU Bulldogs. “Overall, we are…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers return to finals after defeating NU in straight sets

The DLSU Lady Spikers booked their tenth consecutive finals berth after coming away with a 27-25, 25-22, 25-11 victory over the NU Lady Bulldogs, earlier today at the Mall of Asia Arena. Kim Dy led La Salle with 17 points on 15 attacks. Michelle Cobb also brought the Lasallians the offense they needed with three…