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UAAP: Green Woodpushers stay flawless, Lady Woodpushers suffer first loss during opening weekend

DLSU’s chess teams opened the first weekend of the UAAP Season 78 Chess Tournament on a good note after surrendering only one match last weekend at the Henry Sy, Sr. Hall in De La Salle University-Manila. The Green Woodpushers have been on a roll, winning their first three games to tie the NU Bulldogs for…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers fall to NU, drop to 2-1

The DLSU Lady Spikers could not build on their opening week victories as they fell to the NU Lady Bulldogs in four sets, 25-16, 26-24, 14-25, 25-23, earlier today at the Mall of Asia Arena. With the loss, La Salle is now tied with NU at 2-1 in the season standings. Player of the Game Jorelle…

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In the know: Lasallians’ perceptions on UAAP sports

From an outsider’s perspective, DLSU has been known to be an institution that prides itself in its excellence in its athletics programs, particularly in the UAAP. Having won back-to-back General Championships (GCs) prior to the current season, as well as being the other half of the “most storied rivalry in Philippine sports” with Ateneo de…

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UAAP: Lady Spikers aim for third straight win against NU

The DLSU Lady Spikers were spectacular in the opening week of the UAAP Season 78 Volleyball tournament, claiming consecutive victories over the FEU Lady Tamaraws and the UP Fighting Maroons. La Salle’s next game, however, will certainly test their impressive start as they take on the NU Lady Bulldogs later today, 4pm, at the Mall of…

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UAAP: Softbelles fall to undefeated Lady Falcons

The DLSU Softbelles fell victim to the defending champions, Adamson University, 4-0, yesterday at the Rizal Memorial Baseball Field. AdU sustained their hard-hitting onslaught down the stretch as they extended their winning streak to an impressive 65 games. Led by pitcher Analie Benjamin, Adamson held DLSU scoreless in seven innings. It was a slow start…

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UAAP: Fencers seek to end UE Dynasty

To end the UE championship run is something that the DLSU Green Fencers and Lady Fencers aim to accomplish this coming season, a goal that goes side-by-side with them looking to improve their fourth-place finishes from last year. With their heads held high, the DLSU squad, a mix of both young talents and seasoned veterans, will tackle…

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UAAP: Green Batters secure first win after defeating UP

The DLSU Green Batters notched their first win in UAAP Season 78 after beating the UP Fighting Maroons, 7-4, yesterday, February 7, at the Rizal Memorial Baseball Field. Rookie starting pitcher, Diego Lozano, put in a stellar performance with 10 strikeouts through seven innings. Both teams displayed strong defensive field play through the first four…

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UAAP: DLSU Men’s and Women’s Football teams sneak past archrivals ADMU in season opener

DLSU Football’s UAAP Season 78 campaign is off to a rousing start after both the Men’s and Women’s teams clinched opening-day victories over archrivals Ateneo before an energetic crowd at the Emperador Stadium in McKinley Hill, Taguig last weekend. DLSU Women’s Football Team vs. ADMU Lady Eagles The women’s squad looked to get on the…

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UAAP: Green Batters secure first win after defeating UP

The DLSU Green Batters notched their first win in UAAP Season 78 after beating the UP Fighting Maroons, 7-4, yesterday, February 7, in the Rizal Memorial Baseball Field. Rookie starting pitcher Diego Lozano put in a stellar performance, with 10 strikeouts through seven innings. Both teams displayed strong defensive field play through the first four…

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UAAP: Green Spikers succumb to NU in straight sets

The DLSU Green Spikers were overpowered by the NU Bulldogs in three sets, 25-23, 25-23, 25-20, earlier today at the San Juan Arena. Ralph Calasin and Arjay Onia, who finished the game with six points each, led all La Salle scorers. Team captain Raymark Woo and Cris Dumago closely followed with four points apiece. The…