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UAAP: Green Archers escape Red Warriors, 65-59, for fifth win

The DLSU Green Archers were able to bounce back from their first round defeat by finding a win after a tight match against the UE Red Warriors, 65-59, earlier today at the Mall of Asia Arena. With the victory, the team from Taft now holds a 5-5 win-loss record, while the team from Sampaloc drops…

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UAAP: Green Archers succumb to Blue Eagles in second round encounter, 77-69

After a tightly-contested match, the DLSU Green Archers dropped their second round matchup against the ADMU Blue Eagles, 77-69, earlier today at the Mall of Asia Arena. The team from Taft now holds a 4-5 win-loss record, while the team from Katipunan improves to 10 wins with no losses. Adrian Wong was dominant on both…

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UAAP: Lady Archers halt losing skid at expense of archrivals Lady Eagles, 62-53

The DLSU Lady Archers triumphed against their archrivals, the ADMU Lady Eagles, 62-53, earlier today at the Mall of Asia Arena. With the win, the Green-and-White stopped their losing streak and improved to a 4-5 win-loss standing.  La Salle’s Charmaine Torres outscored all players from both squads with 17 points, in addition to providing eight…

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Green Gallery: Bennette Revillosa leading the charge

All athletes begin somewhere. While some have clear paths in mind from day one, there are others who find their passions in unlikely places. DLSU Lady Archer Bennette Revillosa is one athlete who realized her talent for basketball after an unexpected turn of events. Though her foray into basketball might have been unexpected, her sheer…

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First down: The rise of American Football in the Philippines

Every year, at the crack of February, millions of fans flock to their televisions to tune in to the annual Super Bowl—a sporting event like no other. With exciting plays, tackles, touchdowns, and captivating halftime shows, it is no wonder American football has a multitude of followers. However, one question still stands: just how popular…

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UAAP: Revitalized Green, Lady Tankers set sights on higher glory

With All for More as the theme for UAAP Season 82, the Green and Lady Tankers aim to double their efforts to achieve better finishes this time around. Last season, the Green Tankers ended with 382 points to place second overall, while the Lady Tankers garnered a total of 143 points, landing them in third…

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Igniting a spark: La Salle Multisports

Brought together by a common passion for endurance sports, the team behind La Salle Multisports looks to create a community of healthy and active Lasallians. In order to achieve their dream, the founders of the organization—Benette Rivera (BS-AEC, ‘17), Andres Mayol (II, MEP-ME), Vince Ang (V, MKT), and Gio Diamante (MSMKTG, ‘17)—have partnered with the…

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Halftime thoughts: Esports in the world of traditional sports

It was in the early afternoon of October 5, 2013 when I was preparing to watch the League of Legends Season 3 World Championship Finals. As I settled into my chair, I was daydreaming about what the future of the industry had to offer. In hindsight, people wrongly assume that esports is just a product…

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UAAP: DELTA Poomsae, Kyorugi eye gold for Season 82

A new UAAP season will begin once again for the De La Salle Taekwondo (DELTA) team. Combining both continuous training and relentless determination, the DELTA team is a force to be reckoned with this Season 82. The LaSallian sits down with team captains Angelica Gaw, Kyle Arsenal, and Shannelle Romuar to discuss the plans and…

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A coach’s burden and blessing: Reforming La Salle basketball

Many different faces have led the DLSU Green Archers from the sidelines in the past couple of seasons. The Taft-based squad is now being mentored by their third head coach in over three years, with Gian Nazario stepping up to take on the position this UAAP Season 82. Joined by Jermaine Byrd leading the way…