Categories
Sports

The sweet science of boxing

It’s the 12th round of a world championship boxing match. On the red corner, the challenger’s face is beaten to a bloody pulp and he can barely see. His left eye has been brutalized by the laser-like right cross served gladly by the sharp and nimble champion. The orbital bone of the challenger is most…

Categories
Sports

A tale of love and hate: DLSU and free throws

  Free throw; an unimpeded attempt at a basket following a foul or other infringement. It is unimpeded, meaning it is unhampered or clear. No man in front of you, nobody to bother your shot. It’s just you alone, fifteen feet away from the basket. It is a blessing for some, but it seems like…

Categories
Sports

FMC: Green Archers’ Team B shoots down Maroons

The DLSU Green Archers Team B overcame a late surge by the UP Fighting Maroons Team B, 67-62, to win their second game of the Fr. Martin Cup at San Beda College Mendiola last July 24. What seemed like a one-sided affair in the first three quarters, due mainly to DLSU’s fast-paced offense and uber…