Lariba Bows Out of Rio Olympics Flag-bearer and table tennis player Ian Lariba succumbed to a loss against Han Xing of Congo. Lariba was ranked 325th in the world, while Han was 161st coming into the Games. Read more here. – Lacuna Second PH Athlete to End Rio Olympics Bid Rappler reports: “The 23-year-old Lacuna finished 6th […]
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Chinese Club Offering Castro P14M to Play in CBA According to Inquirer, a Chinese team in the Chinese Basketball Association (CBA) league is willing to pay Jason Castro P14M to play for them for five months, excluding won-game bonuses and perks. Read more here. – Pinoy Weightlifters Continue Preparations for Rio Olympics PH representatives Nestor Colonia and […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What Are Fil-Am Eric Cray’s Chances for a Medal in Rio? Inquirer reports: “The fastest man in Southeast Asia is just a fraction of a second away from reaching the podium in the men’s 400m hurdles in the Games with his 48.98-second clocking.” Read more here. – Philippines Defeats Iraq to Remain Competitive in Fiba Asia […]
38th William Jones Cup Bid Underway for PH-Mighty Sports The Philippine team Mighty Sports faces a tought first assignment at the tournament as they go against host country Taiwan on Sunday at New Taipei City. Read more here. _ Fiipina golfer Wins at Symetra Tour in New York According to Spin.ph, Filipino golfer Clariss Guce “made a […]
… Or why the heart is not enough to heal the ailing system of sports development in the Philippines By Kristian Gerard A. Bruel Filipinos are naturally in love with the idea of sports. In fact, we are very passionate about it. A perfect example is that of basketball. In almost every street in the Philippines, […]
Some updates on the men’s national basketball team, the ICTSI Bacolod Golf Challenge, and upcoming big fights for Pinoy boxers: – De Ocampo and Castro Retire from Gilas After the Olympic Qualifying Tournament run for the 2016 Rio Olympics, which ended abruptly last Wednesday for Gilas Pilipinas after losing to New Zealand, star point guard […]
Some updates on the men’s national basketball team, breaking news on the untimely death of professional baller Gilbert Bulawan, and promising developments in Philippine sports, according to new PSC chairman. – The Gilas Gallery Rappler presents the 12-man strong team of Gilas Pilipinas, who shall be facing the likes of France and New Zealand at […]
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The Next Chapter: A heartfelt account of American volleyball coach Eric Hodgson’s trip to the Philippines
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]By Eric Hodgson A heartfelt account of American volleyball coach Eric Hodgson’s trip to the Philippines to teach aspiring Filipino children to love the game “You can’t start the next chapter of your life if you keep re-reading the last one.”—Anonymous It was a faraway world from the comfortable confines of our practice […]
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Mindanao State University Celebrates Women’s Month Through Sports
Last March, the Mindanao State University-General Santos conducted a series of sports-related events that focused on strengthening their female workers, partners and stakeholders, as part of their observance of Women’s Month. Sport Management Council of the Philippines (SportPhil) founder Geraldine Bernardo was invited to be a guest and Resource Speaker to impart her passion and […]
Cebu City, Philippines —Held at Bo’s Coffee, at Capitol Site, last March 11, Sport Management Council of the Philippines (SportPhil) gathered together some of Queen City of the South’s sports educators, athletes, and enthusiasts, to discuss the promotion of Outdoor Education in the country. Led by founder Geraldine Bernardo, SportPhil invited Beyond TV PH‘s Eric Bontuyan […]