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UAAP: Lady Spikers outlast Lady Tamaraws in gritty three-set affair to stay unscathed at 9-0

After two consecutive sweeps in their previous games, the Lady Spikers tallied another 3-0 victory against the FEU Lady Tamaraws 30-28, 25-12, 28-26, earlier today, March 29, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. Angel Canino registered a monstrous triple-double outing with 16 points, 15 excellent receives, and 14 excellent digs. Fellow open spiker Jolina…

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UAAP: Green Batters’ impressive comeback capped off by 14-run 10th inning against rival ADMU Blue Eagles

After a mercy-rule victory in their previous game against the NU Bulldogs, the DLSU Green Batters continued their hot streak, dominating the ADMU Blue Eagles, 21-8, in an extra-inning thriller that set the standard for the upcoming second round of the tournament. Taft’s finest sluggers were silent for the first six innings but were able…

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UAAP: Wonder goals by Go, Almohjili, and Umilin allow Green Booters to take three points over Growling Tigers in a cardiac match

The DLSU Green Booters sparked a comeback versus the UST Growling Tigers, 3-2, to open the second round of the UAAP Season 85 Men’s Football tournament in a nailbiting match earlier today, March 26, at the UP Diliman Football Pitch. Paolo Go, Mohammad Almohjili, and Mikio Umilin each shined in the victory, masterfully carving out…

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UAAP: Lady Booters downs table-topping Lady Tamaraws for their second straight win

Fresh off their dominant display against their rivals, the DLSU Lady Booters produced a prolific win with multiple goals in the second half to nip the previously undefeated FEU Lady Tamaraws, 3-2, last night, March 25, at the UP Diliman Football Field. Mari Layacan, MJ Villacin, and Arantxa Trebol scored for La Salle, securing the…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers tame Lady Bulldogs in Round 2 rematch, go 8-0

The DLSU Lady Spikers opened the second round of the UAAP Season 85 Women’s Volleyball tournament with a decisive straight-set victory against the NU Lady Bulldogs once again, 26-24, 26-24, 25-16, earlier tonight, March 25, at the PhilSports Arena. Super rookie Angel Canino topped the scoring for the Lady Spikers with 15 points, while Player…

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Halftime Thoughts: Why do we tolerate financial setbacks as a rite of passage for Filipino athletes?

There is no denying that Filipinos wear resiliency as an epic badge of honor. Even some of our country’s most well-renowned athletes carry their crest on weighed-down shoulders.

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UAAP: Green Spikers succumb to undefeated Bulldogs, end first round with 4-3 record

The DLSU Green Spikers dropped their first-round matchup against the NU Bulldogs in three sets, 25-21, 25-21, 25-16, earlier today, March 22, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena. In a losing effort, JM Ronquillo topped the scoring for the Green Spikers with 17 points off 16 attacks and one block, while team captain Vince…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers tamed the Lady Bulldogs in straight sets, sweep the first round

The DLSU Lady Spikers completed a sweep in the first round of the UAAP Season 85 Women’s Volleyball Tournament after thwarting defending champions NU Lady Bulldogs in straight sets, 25-10, 25-15, 25-21, earlier today, March 22, at the SM Mall of Asia Arena.  Leading her team to victory, team captain Mars Alba bagged the Player…

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Word on the street: Workout trends from the internet

Working out is one thing that many people have incorporated into their daily lives, with new-found free time during the pandemic allowing many to break out of sedentary lifestyles.

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UAAP: Green and Lady Booters kick off first UAAP campaign in three years

After more than three years off, the DLSU Green and Lady Booters will finally be able to suit up once again as they hope to continue their dominance in the upcoming UAAP Season 85.