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UAAP: Reignited Green Archers look to make their mark in Season 82

The UAAP Season 81 campaign of the Green Archers ended abruptly when they missed out on a Final Four spot, courtesy of the FEU Tamaraws. It was the first time in three years that the Green-and-White sat out early for the postseason activities. While the La Salle faithful watched their archrivals take away the championship,…

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UAAP: DLSU Lady Archers blitz UP Lady Maroons, 78-47, rookie Pastrana shines

The DLSU Lady Archers eased past the UP Lady Maroons, 78-47, earlier today at the UST Quadricentennial Pavilion. The Taft-based squad played in dominant fashion to win their UAAP Season 82 opening game. Rookie Kent Pastrana led the Lady Archers past the UP squad, recording 24 points, 14 rebounds, and six steals. Valiant efforts were…

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UAAP: DLSU Lady Archers seek redemption in Season 82

The DLSU Lady Archers are looking to gain prominence as they enter the new season. When the team from Taft won in 2013 after an 11-year drought, there was a looming expectation that the team would be in title contention for years to come. However, the NU Lady Bulldogs have been dominating the tournament. They…

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Meeker, Malonzo, and Pado look to provide a new element to the Green Archers

“That’s the strength of La Salle. Not just one, not two, not three, but the sum of all parts.” This is what 6’9” big man James Pado believes to be the key for them to win it all this season. Coming off of a disappointing end last season, the Green Archers bolstered their roster with…

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Animo Rally 2019: #4WARDLASALLE

As the 82nd season of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) tournament begins this September, numerous athletes from various sports donned the jersey of the Green-and-White and presented themselves at the Animo Rally earlier today, August 30, at the Corazon Aquino Democratic Space.   Returning for her second stint as the University’s Courtside Reporter,…

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Beyond the ballpark: A look into baseball in the PH

Over the last few editions of the UAAP Men’s Baseball Tournaments, more and more people have been coming to the historic Rizal Memorial Baseball Stadium to watch and support their schools. Even with players coming from various parts of the Philippines, baseball is still considered a small sport, as compared to basketball and football. The…

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PT Shiella: An unsung hero on the sidelines

On the battleground, audiences are the ones cheering on athletes, especially during their best moments. But they do not see the athletes enduring trying times when they are not under the spotlight. An athlete’s greatest investment is the body. It is their armory—their source of greatness. Countless hours are spent everyday in training to stay…

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Word on the street: An athlete’s favorite Filipino dish

Every August, the Philippines prepares for Buwan ng Wika, which celebrates the diverse languages of the country. With that said, the celebration also highlights the country’s culture as a whole. A part of which is the delicious Filipino cuisine served at every household. The LaSallian interviewed several athletes as to what their palette might prefer…

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Life on the fast lane: Calma, Rabe take on the tracks

There is something about speed that people revel in. A wide variety of sports involves speed and racing, and among these sports, race car driving is one of the most challenging. Countless factors play major roles in this motorsport—the race track, weather, tires, aerodynamics, and most prominently, the cars. However, racing is more than just…

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New beginnings: Go, Dyke take on new challenge in the MPBL

After representing the Green-and-White for the past couple of years, former Green Archers Jollo Go and Mark Dyke were able to bag one UAAP championship and a number of memorable moments together. Today, the two Lasallians look forward to joining the Maharlika Pilipinas Basketball League (MPBL). Determined for a new start “Basketball doesn’t stop with…