The LaSallianBy Gee Abanilla Last October 25, 2011, Gee Abanilla took over the Head Coach position of the De La Salle University Green Archers. Abanilla is a former Green Archer; he played on the 1989 and 1990 UAAP championship teams as a point guard under Derrick Pumaren. In 1993, he was drafted by 7-up in the…
The DLSU Lady Archers fell short in its bid to extend the series against perennial champions FEU last October 11, 2012 at the Smart-Araneta Coliseum, 70-66. With the Tamaraws sitting on a thrice-to-beat advantage, the Lady Archers’ defeat last Sunday placed the squad on a do-or-die situation as the Tams needed one win to…
After an impressive rookie campaign, ending with an improved, 9-5, record for the De La Salle Green Archers, Jeron Alvin Teng ended his UAAP bid with the Rookie of the Year and Mythical Team honors last October 11 at the Smart Araneta Coliseum. Posting norms of 16.2 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.6 assists per…
After the recent third and fourth finish of the Green and Lady Judokas, respectively, this UAAP season, it seems like DLSU’s quest for its first Judo championship would have to continue next year. Judo has existed for a century or so, yet many know little about the Japanese sport. And though Lasallians encounter…
In the 1930’s, the Rizal Memorial Sports Complex was inaugurated, giving Filipinos a historic venue to witness basketball history unfold but after countless battles on the Rizal hardwood floor and a rise in the number of basketball fans, the demand for tickets had exceeded the complex’s capacity. A few decades later, the Smart-Araneta Coliseum took…
Despite having a 7-5 record, the DLSU Green Archers has often found itself sitting in the hot seat because of its players’ up-and-down free throw shooting. Free throws are considered as one of the most basic shots in basketball, and ironically, it is one of the most important. Sinking free throws is the easiest way…
To mold encourage students to become fitter for AY 2012-2013, FITWELL (Fitness and Wellness), a two-unit Physical Education (PE) course, was introduced to the DLSU 112 curricula. FITWELL is a Physical Education course that aims to create healthy and fit students amidst work from academics and organizations. Aside from the usual class sessions, students would…
Team D prospect Ameen Sardouk captured the Sprite Slam Dunk title after showcasing an emphatic between-the-legs dunk during the annual NBA 3X Philippines event last August 19 at the Mall of Asia Music Hall in Pasay City. With current Brooklyn Nets center Brook Lopez, Lady Cats dancers Cara and Shardia, Stuff and Blush Filipina member…
With five wins in seven games, the Lady Archers is again one of the frontrunners in the second round of eliminations in the UAAP Season 75 Women’s Basketball Tournament. Reigning champion FEU ranked number one with a clean sweep in the first round games, giving the team a 7-0 record, followed by a tie for…
Ten years ago, the De La Salle Lady Archers etched its name in basketball history as one of the greatest DLSU varsity teams of all time. The team wrested its fourth straight crown in UAAP Season 65, joining the elite four-peat club in UAAP women’s basketball history; the Lady Archers collected trophies from 1999-2002 making…