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Gilas Pilipinas Women’s campaign in the FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup got off to a tough start after suffering losses to two European powerhouses. The Philippines absorbed a 21-4 loss to France and a 19-9 defeat to Italy in Pool A on Tuesday at Hongshan Riverfront Park in Wuhan, China. Gilas dropped to the bottom […] The post Gilas Women stumble against France, Italy in U23 3×3 World Cup appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
Ateneo de Manila University opens its UAAP Season 89 collegiate men’s basketball campaign with a purpose: to honor the memories of Divine Adili and Rene Baterbonia throughout the tournament. The Blue Eagles will wear a “DA | RB” patch on their jerseys as they embark on a season unlike any other, following the tragic team-building […] The post With Divine and Rene in their hearts, Ateneo begins a season like no other appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
Every time Khristian Marc De Guzman enters a VALORANT match for the University of the East, he carries more than the responsibility of being the Red Warriors’ team captain. The fourth-year Management Accounting student also draws strength from his nine-year-old brother, whose battle with diabetes has reshaped their family’s daily life and become one of […] The post Inspired by brother’s battle, UE captain Khristian De Guzman eyes pro VALORANT career appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
National University head coach Patrick “Dhap” Palacio believes the Bulldogs’ strong institutional support and year-round training program laid the foundation for their double championship in the 2026 UAAP Esports Tournament. “One of our advantages is resources talaga kasi NU is very invested sa esports. It allows me na i-convert yung isang simple setup into kung […] The post Dhap points to manager JV Chan’s vision as key to NU’s esports double appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
More often than not, when a resident of Antipolo introduces himself as ‘Jestoni,’ it is easy to assume that he is the famous actor Jestoni Alarcon, who has starred in several action and drama movies. Yet, just three games into National University Nazareth School’s title defense, another Antipolo native named Jestoni has stepped into a […] The post After Moussa Diakite, Jesse Arellano steps up as NUNS’ ‘next big thing’ appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
Willie Marcial admitted that the pain from Gilas Pilipinas’ crushing loss to China remains fresh, but urged critics to spare the players from further bashing when they return home. The Philippines was eliminated from contention for a second straight Asian Games gold medal after suffering a 105-61 drubbing at the hands of China on Monday […] The post Willie Marcial urges public to spare Gilas from bashing after Asiad exit appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
The Philippine Men’s Under-23 National Football Team opened its campaign in the 20th Asian Games in dismal fashion, suffering a comprehensive 5-1 defeat to Uzbekistan on Tuesday at the CS Asset Minato Soccer Stadium in Nagoya. Muhammadali Urinboev’s 29th-minute header set the tone for the Philippines’ long afternoon, with things getting worse for Garrath McPherson’s […] The post 10-man Philippines suffer 5-1 rout to Uzbekistan in Asian Games Football opener appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
The Philippine Sports Commission is standing firmly behind Alex Eala as the Filipina tennis superstar faces possible sanctions from the Women’s Tennis Association for choosing to represent the Philippines in the 20th Asian Games in Japan instead of playing in the China Open. “Para sa bayan ito at malinaw ito sa isip at puso ni […] The post PSC backs Alex Eala, coordinates WTA appeal for China Open exemption appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
Galeries Tower announced the departure of team captain Julia Coronel on Tuesday, bringing an end to her two-year stint with the Highrisers. Drafted third overall by the same squad in the inaugural Premier Volleyball League Draft in 2024, the former La Salle standout quickly became a key piece of Galeries Tower, emerging as one of […] The post Galeries Tower enters new era after Julia Coronel exit appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
By: Joaquin Vortez For Lawrence Mangubat, there was no sweeter way to begin a new chapter than by breaking the hearts of his former team. With Jose Rizal University staring at a two-point deficit in the final seconds against Mapúa University, Mangubat drew the Cardinals’ defense toward him before calmly finding Sean Salvador wide open […] The post Lawrence Mangubat brings extra fire against ex-school Mapua appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
From humble grassroots beginnings to a full-blown sports movement, Dumaguete City is rapidly carving out an identity as the Pickleball Capital of the Philippines. With more than 300 courts spread across the city and thousands more throughout Negros Oriental, the sport has become a vibrant part of community life, bringing together generations, families, and neighborhoods. […] The post Dumaguete’s pickleball boom gains PSC backing appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
The Philippine Football Federation has brought its nationwide campaign for small-sided, age-appropriate football to the grassroots with the launch of the RFA Youth League. By integrating the 8v8 format into regional competitions, the PFF is widening access, nurturing homegrown talent, and strengthening the pathway from community football to the national stage—an approach that has become […] The post PFF brings 8v8 football to grassroots through RFA Youth League appeared first on Tiebreaker Times
With Gilas Pilipinas Under-23 splitting its roster between the FIBA 3×3 Under-23 World Cup and the 20th Asian Games, the national program has called up several reinforcements for both competitions. Malcolm Tyler and Louna Ozar have been added to the squads for the World Cup, which runs from Wednesday to Sunday in Wuhan, China. Tyler, […] The post Gilas Youth 3×3 gets reinforcements as squads split for U23 World Cup, Asian Games appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
With their backs against the wall, Sean Salvador wasn’t Jose Rizal University’s first option — but he proved that he’s still the man for the Heavy Bombers when needed most. Down by two with 2.2 seconds left in the game, head coach Nani Epondulan entrusted Lawrence Mangubat with the game-winning triple. But with the transferee […] The post Mangubat, Hubilla may have arrived, but Sean Salvador remains JRU’s closer appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
By: Joaquin Cortez Despite having former champions Lawrence Mangubat and Chris Hubilla in tow, Sean Salvador proved that Jose Rizal University is still his team. Salvador came through when it mattered most, drilling the go-ahead triple with 2.2 seconds left as the Heavy Bombers escaped the Mapúa University Cardinals, 65-64, to open their NCAA Season […] The post Sean Salvador saves the day as JRU survives Mapúa in NCAA thriller appeared first on Tiebreaker Times.
