DLSU basketball produced mixed results last Sunday, during the opening weekend of the UAAP. While the Green Archers were able to hold off the FEU Tamaraws to kick-off their campaign, the Lady Archers dropped their first game, against the Lady Tamaraws. Both teams are slated to hit the courts once again tomorrow, September 16, as…
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Despite the absence of reigning UAAP Most Valuable Player Ben Mbala, the DLSU Green Archers prevailed over the FEU Tamaraws, 95-90, earlier today at the Mall of Asia Arena. Aljun Melecio led La Salle with a 29-point performance, while Ron Dennison scored 21 points for the Tamaraws in the losing effort. Meanwhile, forward Abu Tratter…
The DLSU Lady Archers launched their UAAP Season 80 campaign with a 70-62 loss against the FEU Lady Tamaraws earlier today at the Mall of Asia Arena. The Lasallians endured a difficult game from start to finish as they committed 27 turnovers and scored only eight points in the third quarter. “We have a very…
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UAAP: DLSU Lady Archers aim for redemption
After a gallant run that fell just short of claiming the title last year against the NU Lady Bulldogs, the DLSU Lady Archers are gearing up for glory this coming UAAP season. Despite an excellent 11-3 record in the elimination round, the Lady Bulldogs were just too much for La Salle to handle. DLSU surprised…
The DLSU Green Archers left no doubt as to who was UAAP Season 79’s best team; playing two stellar games against archrivals ADMU Blue Eagles in last season’s finals showdown. Jeron Teng led La Salle in a performance which will forever be remembered by the DLSU community as he silenced the roaring opposing crowd with…
One of the most underappreciated aspects of sports films is that they humanize the personalities that overcome the tallest of odds, make gravity-defying moves, and hit the biggest shots on the brightest stages. When viewers tune in to games, they see athletes in their element, or what some of them call their “sanctuary”, a place…
Being a rookie is one tough job, since they are expected to perform well and to prove to everyone that they deserve to be included in the lineup of their team. Aside from playing during the games and participating in daily team trainings, a rookie has other tasks to contribute for the team, as well.…
Founded in 1938, the UAAP has kicked off its 80th season, serving as an avenue for students to compete and showcase their skills in sports. Comparing the very first season to what the league is now, it is evident that much has changed since then. As the league continues to grow, its rules also reshape…
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Pagaduan IV reunites with Animo Squad
Now that his stint with UST has come to a close, Ramon Pagaduan IV is taking the helm for the DLSU Animo Squad anew in time for UAAP Season 80, in the hopes of bringing a cheerdance title to Taft. The new head coach of the Animo Squad talks about his transfer and his ambitions…
With the various sports organizations present in the University, the DLSU Flag Football Club has continuously been emerging from its roots. Considered as a less aggressive alternative to American Football, flag football only requires players to take a flag from the ball-carrier to indicate a down. Thus, tackling an opposing player is unnecessary. A game…