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UAAP: DLSU Shuttlers strive for redemption in UAAP Season 79

Despite consistently making it to the Final Four, it has been six seasons since the Lady Shuttlers last won the title in Season 72. On the other hand, the Green Shuttlers have been itching to take back the crown after falling short for the past two years, ending up as the first runners-up in consecutive…

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Dawn Of a New Era: Jeno Panganiban looks to take LSSC to greater heights

For many years, the La Salle Sports Commission (LSSC) has served the DLSU community through the implementation of sports fests that cater to the students’ athletic interests. Reserving venues, gathering potential teams, and fixing the tournament format are some of the tasks that keep the hands of the people at the LSSC full almost every…

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UAAP: DLSU blitzes UST to clinch third straight win

Defense continues to be the DLSU Green Archers’ greatest asset this season as they manhandled the UST Growling Tigers, 100-62, earlier today at the Mall of Asia Arena. The mayhem press installed by Head Coach Aldin Ayo allowed DLSU to score on fast break opportunities that left this season’s hosts fatigued in the second half.…

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Clash of Clans: CLA Sportsfest 2016

CLAsh of CLAns is one of the new events headed by FAST 2015 with the main goal of helping students de-stress from the regular rigors of school. Held every Saturday from July 30 to mid-August, the event has started off on a positive note thus far, with the participating students playing sports such as basketball…

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UAAP: Green Archers put perfect record on the line against UST

UAAP Season 79 signifies a fresh start for both the DLSU Green Archers and the UST Growling Tigers. With Ben Mbala and head coach Aldin Ayo in the fold, La Salle is revitalized, looking like a different team in their two victories thus far. For UST, the loss of veterans Kevin Ferrer, Ed Daquioag, and…

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UAAP: Green Archers streamroll Fighting Maroons, claim second win of the season

The DLSU Green Archers won their second game in as many outings, defeating the UP Fighting Maroons, 89-71 at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum. Ben Mbala delivered on his promise to improve, scoring 30 points, 14 rebounds, and 2 blocks, while shooting 12/15 from the field. “We just played our game, especially on defense, but we had…

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UAAP: Lady Archers crush UP, earn second straight victory

  The DLSU Lady Archers, fueled by a strong run in the second quarter, defeated the UP Lady Maroons, 65-46, in their game at the Smart Araneta Coliseum earlier today. The win gives the team a perfect 2-0 record to start their Season 79 campaign. Bennette Revillosa contributed 13 points, shooting 4 of 7 from…

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Green, Lady Archers look to continue winning ways versus UP

Coming off respective season opening victories versus their counterparts from FEU, the DLSU Men’s and Women’s Basketball Teams aim to continue their strong starts. The Lady Archers will play at 10 am, while the Green Archers take the court later at 4 pm, with both teams scheduled to play on Saturday, September 10, at the…

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Green Journal: Ben Mbala v.3

In the third installment of his Green Journal, Green Archer Ben Mbala gives his message to the Lasallian community for this upcoming UAAP season. Mbala also shares how his three-year residency helped him grow as a person. Now that he is set to play in the UAAP in a few weeks, the Cameroonian also talks…

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UAAP: Vergara, Peñaranda lead Lady Archers to season opener win against Lady Tamaraws

The DLSU Lady Archers began their UAAP Season 79 campaign with a 76-52 win over the FEU Lady Tamaraws. La Salle’s Chay Vergara had 19 points, which included five out of six three pointers.  Snow Peñaranda also had a double-double performance of 15 points and 13 rebounds. Valerie Mamaril led the way for FEU with…