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Locked and loaded: DLSU Archery Club sets target for the future

The Green Archer has served as De La Salle University’s representative for its varsity teams since time immemorial. More commonly associated with the school’s ever so popular basketball team, the Green Archer has gained fame and has become synonymous to success, being the standard bearer of a very strong sports program. It is rather ironic…

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La Salle Volleyball Club: Creating opportunities towards a common passion

Volleyball has been rising in popularity over the recent years. No doubt, the number of people playing the sport has been increasing, and it is because of that growing love for the sport that the founders of the La Salle Volleyball Club (LSVC) were encouraged to push for the club’s establishment.   The birth of…

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“Kitoy” and “Japoy” — La Salle’s master duo

Some say that a good team is like a well-oiled machine, flawlessly operating without any problems. At times, it’s not just about having the most popular engine; with the right care and support, certain engines will run smoothly, regardless of its parts. The same can be said for coaches and their impact on their teams.…

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The Animo Squad: Life behind the lights and sounds

The deafening drums, orchestrated chants, and choreographed dance routines are among the common sights and sounds Lasallians would normally experience in the games either at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum or at the Mall of Asia Arena thanks to the DLSU Animo Squad. But underneath those seamless drumbeats and infectious smiles are bruised muscles and sore throats from…

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Athlete revisited: TY Tang

Arguably one of the best point guards to put on a La Salle jersey, Tyron Conrad Tang or “TY” Tang once ran the same floor as today’s Green Archers. Tang, together with his team, was responsible for several classic basketball games that fired up the entire DLSU community. The LaSallian sat down with Tang to…

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UAAP: Lady Archers defeat Lady Eagles for 12th straight victory

The DLSU Lady Archers continued their stellar run in UAAP Season 78 as they extended their winning streak to 12, defeating the Ateneo Lady Eagles, 63-58, in their UAAP Women’s Basketball Tournament game yesterday at the Blue Eagle Gym in Quezon City. Ara Abaca once again led the way with 16 points and seven rebounds.…

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UAAP: Green Archers take on UP with Final Four hopes at stake

Despite being on a three-game losing streak, the DLSU Green Archers still have a shot at the Final Four. However, with just two games left in the elimination round, not only will their opponents get tougher, but their margin of error also continues to shrink with the NU Bulldogs holding a half-game lead over them. Even if…

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Green Journal: Joshua Torralba v.2

As the crucial stages of the UAAP Season 78 Men’s Basketball tournament begin to unfold, The LaSallian caught up with Green Archer Joshua Torralba and got his thoughts on their season so far as they look to book a ticket to the Final Four. Grabe talaga the La Salle community’s support; it’s just like what…

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UAAP: La Salle faces streaking Ateneo to remain in Final Four contention

The current chapter of one of the oldest rivalries in Philippine sports history is set to continue at the historic Smart-Araneta Coliseum on November 8, Sunday, at 4 pm, with the DLSU Green Archers looking to end their two-game losing skid when they take on archrivals ADMU Blue Eagles. La Salle currently occupies the fourth…

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Green Journal: Joshua Torralba v.1

With the UAAP season in full swing, it’s time to get to know the players who play their hearts out for the school. Through the Green Journal, readers will get a glimpse of the athlete’s personal perspective as the season progresses. The LaSallian sat down with one of the Green Archers’ newest recruits, 6’2’’ swingman…