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  • Don Trollano delivers dagger as San Miguel stuns Ginebra in late thriller

    Don Trollano delivers dagger as San Miguel stuns Ginebra in late thriller

    Don Trollano buried the go-ahead triple with 8.3 seconds left as San Miguel erased a 15-point deficit to beat Barangay Ginebra, 85-82, in a dramatic PBA Commissioner’s Cup clash.

     

    San Miguel Beer found its finishing kick just in time.What looked like another tough night for the Beermen quickly turned into a statement win on Sunday after Don Trollano buried the biggest shot of the game to lift SMB past Barangay Ginebra, 85-82, in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup at the SMART Araneta Coliseum.

     

    For most of the night, it was Ginebra dictating the pace and controlling the rhythm. But when the game tightened in the fourth quarter, San Miguel leaned on poise, timely execution, and its ability to come up with the plays that mattered most.

     

    That final sequence perfectly captured it.With the score tied at 82, June Mar Fajardo misfired from deep, but the Beermen refused to let the possession die. CJ Perez kept the play alive with a crucial offensive rebound before finding Trollano open in the corner. The veteran wing calmly knocked down the marginal three-pointer with 8.3 seconds remaining, swinging the game and the momentum completely in San Miguel’s favor.

     

    From there, the Beermen did the rest on the defensive end. San Miguel shut down Ginebra’s final push, denying both Justin Brownlee and Scottie Thompson any clean look from beyond the arc to preserve the hard-earned win and complete a comeback from as much as 15 points down.

     

    Perez, quiet in the first half after being slowed by foul trouble, came alive when SMB needed him most. The explosive guard finished with 20 points, eight rebounds, and three assists, with 15 of those markers coming in the fourth quarter alone. He was at the center of San Miguel’s late surge, attacking the defense, creating pressure, and eventually setting up the game-winner.

     

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    Justin Patton also imposed his presence all night long, tallying 19 points and 17 rebounds in a dominant interior performance. In a much-anticipated matchup between imports, the San Miguel big man held his own and then some against Brownlee, making life difficult for Ginebra’s resident star on both ends.

     

    Trollano ended up with 12 points, but none were bigger than the last three that gave the Beermen their first winning streak of the conference. The victory pushed San Miguel to 3-2 in the standings and gave the team another much-needed confidence boost heading into a tougher stretch of its campaign.

     

    That test comes immediately. The Beermen are set to face unbeaten Rain or Shine on Wednesday, April 8, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium in what shapes up to be one of the early measuring-stick games of the tournament.

     

    On the other side, Ginebra was left to rue a missed opportunity after controlling large stretches of the contest but failing to close.

     

    Brownlee still finished with a game-high 31 points, though he needed 32 shots to get there as Patton’s length and activity consistently made him work for every basket. RJ Abarrientos added 16 points, four rebounds, and seven assists, while Stephen Holt chipped in 11.

     

    The trio carried most of the offensive load for the Kings, who were missing Japeth Aguilar due to injury and Ralph Cu, who was unavailable because of Gilas 3×3 duties.

     

    Now at 2-2, Ginebra will try to regroup quickly as it heads into another high-stakes showdown against Magnolia in a Manila Clasico clash on Friday, April 10, at the Mall of Asia Arena.

     

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  • Justin Brownlee, Abarrientos rescue Ginebra as CJ Cansino helps Meralco regain footing in PBA Commissioner’s Cup

    Justin Brownlee, Abarrientos rescue Ginebra as CJ Cansino helps Meralco regain footing in PBA Commissioner’s Cup

    Justin Brownlee and RJ Abarrientos delivered when Barangay Ginebra needed them most, turning a sluggish start into a gutsy comeback that kept the Gin Kings moving in the right direction in the PBA Season 50 Commissioner’s Cup.

     

    Brownlee shook off a rough opening half and found his rhythm late, while Abarrientos stayed aggressive throughout as Ginebra erased a double-digit deficit and escaped with a 99-93 victory over Converge on Sunday night at Smart Araneta Coliseum.

     

    The win pushed the Gin Kings to 2-1 in the conference and highlighted a growing chemistry between their veteran import and rising local guard.

     

    Brownlee finished with 33 points, 10 rebounds, and four assists, overcoming his early struggles by taking command in the closing stretch. Abarrientos backed him up with a conference-high 32 points, along with four assists and three rebounds, giving Ginebra the offensive spark it badly needed.

     

    Troy Rosario quietly played a major role inside, posting a double-double of 10 points and 13 rebounds while helping stabilize the Gin Kings in a physical battle.

     

    For much of the first half and the early part of the third quarter, Converge looked poised to control the game.

     

    The FiberXers built a lead that reached 10 points and kept Ginebra on the back foot, forcing the Gin Kings to chase the pace. But once Brownlee and Abarrientos began attacking in rhythm, the game shifted.

     

    Back-to-back baskets from the duo, along with timely triples from Nard John Pinto, fueled the turnaround as Ginebra surged ahead, 81-74, after trailing for most of the night.

     

    The FiberXers answered with a run of their own and briefly reclaimed the lead, 93-92, threatening to spoil Ginebra’s comeback. But in the decisive moments, the Gin Kings were steadier.

     

    Rosario and Abarrientos calmly knocked down free throws, and Brownlee delivered the basket that finally gave Ginebra control for good.

     

    Converge leaned on a balanced attack in defeat, with Justine Baltazar leading the way with 20 points. Mikey Williams and MJ Garcia added 16 and 15 points, respectively, while Kylor Kelley turned in a double-double of 13 points and 15 rebounds.

     

    The loss dropped the FiberXers to 1-4 in the conference. Both teams entered the matchup undermanned.

     

    Ginebra played without Japeth Aguilar, Kemark Carino, and Jayson David, while Converge missed Juan Gomez de Liaño, Calvin Abueva, and Justin Arana.

     

     

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    Earlier in the day, Meralco made sure its response to a disappointing loss was immediate.

     

    After stumbling against an import-less Rain or Shine side last Friday, the Bolts came out sharper and more purposeful, rolling past Titan Ultra Giant Risers, 118-105, to improve to 3-1.

     

    CJ Cansino led the charge with 26 points, setting the tone for a Meralco side that looked determined to reestablish control from the opening quarter.

     

    Import Marvin Jones anchored the interior with 24 points and 14 rebounds, while Kier John Quinto added 15 points. Jason Brickman and Javee Mocon chipped in 13 and 11, respectively, as the Bolts showcased their depth.

     

    Meralco established its grip early, taking a 26-16 lead after one quarter before blowing the game open in the second period. At one point, the Bolts’ advantage ballooned to 28, with their crisp ball movement and transition play overwhelming Titan Ultra.

     

    The Giant Risers made one final charge in the fourth quarter, slicing the gap to 97-89 and briefly injecting some tension into the contest.

     

    But Meralco stayed composed down the stretch, converting from the line and putting the game away with a breakaway dunk from Bong Quinto.

     

    John Bryan Sajonia continued his strong conference with a career-high 29 points for Titan Ultra, while Michael Gilmore added 25 points and 16 rebounds in a losing effort.

     

    Still, the Giant Risers slipped to 1-3 after failing to fully recover from Meralco’s early onslaught.

     

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  • Galeries Tower, Choco Mucho keep seasons alive as PVL Play-In pressure produces breakthrough performances

    Galeries Tower, Choco Mucho keep seasons alive as PVL Play-In pressure produces breakthrough performances

    Survival, not seeding, has become the true currency in the PVL All-Filipino Conference Play-In on Tuesday as two teams proved they have plenty left to spend.


    At the FilOil Centre in San Juan, the postseason’s backdoor route turned into a stage for reinvention. Lower-ranked squads, once on the brink of elimination, flipped the narrative and showed that momentum can outweigh rankings when everything is on the line.

     

    The biggest statement came from Galeries Tower, the No. 9 seed that refused to play like an underdog. Facing a higher-ranked Capital1 side, the Highrisers swept their way to a 25-16, 25-20, 30-28 victory.

     

    Galeries leaned on collective firepower and cohesion. Their system clicked at the right time, with multiple scoring options stretching Capital1’s defense thin. The result was a composed, confident performance that looked more like a team peaking than one merely trying to survive.

     

    Meanwhile, Capital1’s star player Bella Belen once again carried the offensive load with 21 points, but with no other player reaching double digits, the imbalance proved costly in a win-or-go-home scenario. The victory sends Galeries into a tougher test against the NXLed Chameleons.

     

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    If Galeries’ win was about control, Choco Mucho’s triumph in the nightcap was about resilience. Dragged into a grueling five-set duel by ZUS Coffee, the Flying Titans had to rediscover their rhythm multiple times before pulling off a 21-25, 25-22, 13-25, 25-11, 15-11 escape. 

     

    The match unfolded like a test of endurance, with momentum swinging wildly before Choco Mucho found its footing when it mattered most.

     

    Sisi Rondina once again proved to be the heartbeat of the team, delivering a near all-around masterpiece with 27 points alongside heavy defensive contributions. While Maddie Madayag, Eya Laure, Kat Tolentino, and Deanna Wong all played crucial roles, giving the squad a more complete shape at the perfect time.

     

    For ZUS Coffee, the loss marked the end of a difficult campaign. Despite flashes of promise from Riza Nogales and Thea Gagate, consistency remained elusive throughout the tournamen.

     

    As the Play-Ins progress, the stakes only get higher—but so does the level of belief for the teams still standing.

     

    Galeries Tower now heads into its next matchup with growing confidence, while Choco Mucho prepares for a showdown against the Akari Chargers with renewed chemistry.

     

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  • Round one wraps up: momentum shifts and new storylines emerge in UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball

    Round one wraps up: momentum shifts and new storylines emerge in UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball

    The first round of the UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball tournament has officially wrapped up, leaving behind a clearer picture of where each team stands heading into the crucial second round. While some squads are still searching for their rhythm, others have begun building momentum that could shape the remainder of the season.


    Last weekend’s games served as a fitting conclusion to the opening round, with several teams making statements at the Mall of Asia Arena.

     

    The day began on Saturday with a much-needed breakthrough for the Ateneo Blue Eagles women’s volleyball, who finally entered the win column after sweeping the UE Lady Warriors volleyball in straight sets, 25-19, 25-23, 25-16.

     

    Jihan Chuatico powered Ateneo with 13 points built on seven attacks, five blocks, and an ace, while Ana Hermosa added 10 points and seven receptions. The Blue Eagles finished the match in roughly an hour and a half, showing improved chemistry and defensive effort.

     

    Despite the loss, UE had bright spots of its own. Khy Cepada led the Lady Warriors with 13 points along with 11 receptions and seven digs, while Van Bangayan contributed 10 points as UE remained winless in the tournament.

     

    Later that afternoon, the UST Golden Tigresses volleyball closed their opening-round campaign with authority, sweeping the FEU Lady Tamaraws volleyball 25-17, 25-18, 25-20.

     

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    Angge Poyos spearheaded the Golden Tigresses’ attack with 16 points built on 15 attacks and a block while also adding nine receptions. Avril Bron and Reg Jurado provided support with 10 points each as UST snapped FEU’s three-game winning streak.

     

    For FEU, Jaz Ellarina led with 10 points, while Gerz Petallo added nine points and 11 receptions before leaving the third set after an apparent arm injury caused by a collision with a teammate.

     

    Sunday’s action continued with the Adamson Lady Falcons volleyball asserting themselves as one of the tournament’s most dangerous teams. They defeated the UP Fighting Maroons women’s volleyball in straight sets, 25-18, 25-16, 25-19, finishing the first round with a winning record.

     

    The Lady Falcons relied heavily on the offensive duo of Shaina Nitura and Frances Mordi, who combined for 32 points in Adamson’s fourth victory of the season.

     

    Their win placed them in the middle of a tightly contested standings battle, sharing a 4-3 record with FEU and UST while trailing league leaders.

     

    The biggest highlight of the weekend came in the final match, where the De La Salle Lady Spikers volleyball extended their perfect run by defeating defending champions NU Lady Bulldogs volleyball in four sets, 25-21, 25-19, 19-25, 25-17.

     

    The victory pushed La Salle to a flawless 7-0 record, making them the only undefeated team at the end of the first round.

     

    A crowd of 18,351 spectators packed the arena to witness the clash, as Shevana Laput led the Lady Spikers with 19 points and eight digs. Amie Provido added 12 points on 10 spikes and two blocks, along with nine digs.

     

    NU still finished the first round in solo second place with a 5-2 record despite the defeat. Rookie standout Sam Cantada produced 13 points despite missing the opening set, while also recording 14 excellent receptions and four digs. Chams Maaya chipped in 10 points and Celine Marsh added nine points and seven receptions.

     

    With the first round now complete, the tournament enters a more unpredictable stage. Teams have already revealed their strengths and weaknesses, and adjustments will become crucial as the race for the Final Four intensifies.

     

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  • Akari shocks Creamline, Nxled rebounds as PVL All-Filipino race tightens

    Akari shocks Creamline, Nxled rebounds as PVL All-Filipino race tightens

    A night that began with familiar contenders quickly turned into one of the most unpredictable evenings of the conference. At the FilOil Centre on Thursday, momentum swung wildly as four teams battled through two gripping matches that could shape the closing stretch of the preliminary round of the PVL All-Filipino Conference.


    The spotlight first fell on a matchup between two squads clad in pink—but the story that unfolded was far from ordinary.

     

    Akari entered the court with a balanced 3-3 record, facing a formidable opponent in the Creamline Cool Smashers, the league’s decorated powerhouse and a perennial title threat. Yet instead of playing the role of underdog, the Chargers authored one of the conference’s biggest surprises.

     

    Akari snapped Creamline’s impressive run with a hard-earned four-set triumph, 25–21, 28–26, 17–25, 25–21. The victory was anchored by relentless defense and timely scoring that kept the Chargers steady whenever the Cool Smashers threatened to shift momentum.

     

    Libero Justine Jazareno set the tone for Akari’s resilience, collecting 22 excellent digs at 59 percent efficiency to earn Player of the Game honors. Her floor coverage repeatedly denied Creamline’s attackers and allowed the Chargers to build their counterattacks.

     

    Eli Soyud ignited Akari’s decisive fourth-set push, stringing together four consecutive hits that helped create an early 7–3 advantage. Earlier in the match, Faith Lacsina had already laid the offensive foundation with a 20-point performance, while Grethcel Soltones added 14 markers, delivering steady production during crucial stretches that helped maintain Akari’s composure.

     

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    Creamline, meanwhile, showed flashes of its usual firepower but struggled to consistently break through the Chargers’ defense.

     

    Jema Galanza led the Cool Smashers with 16 points, highlighted by a stretch of powerful attacks that briefly sparked hopes of a late comeback. Tots Carlos contributed 10 points and Pangs Panaga added nine, while Bernadette Pons was held to eight markers as Akari’s defensive pressure kept her in check.

     

    Despite the loss, Creamline remained within the upper tier of the standings at 5-2, while Akari strengthened its position in the middle of the pack.

     

    If the first match delivered a shock, the second game offered redemption, as Nxled entered the night searching for answers against ZUS Coffee, the Chameleons finally rediscovered their rhythm.

     

    After dropping the opening set, Nxled regrouped and surged back to claim a 20-25, 25-15, 25-23, 25-19 victory, ending the skid and keeping their playoff hopes alive.

     

    Brooke Van Sickle once again led the offense, firing 20 points to pace the Chameleons. Jonah Sabete-Escamillan matched the output with 19 markers of her own, including three blocks, while middle blocker MJ Phillips dominated the net with 12 points highlighted by three rejections.

    Veteran Myla Pablo chipped in eight points as Nxled leaned on its slight statistical advantage to pull away late in the match.

     

    The win lifted the Chameleons to a 4-4 record, leaving them within reach of a coveted Top 4 spot as the preliminary round nears its conclusion. Nxled will face league-leading PLDT in its final elimination match on Tuesday.

     

    For ZUS Coffee, however, the search for a breakthrough continues. The defeat marked the team’s fifth straight loss, dropping them to 1-7 and to the bottom of the standings.

     

    Thea Gagate paced ZUS Coffee with 16 points, while Cess Robles added 13 markers. Jovelyn Gonzaga finished with 11 points and Riza Nogales contributed eight, but their efforts were not enough to halt Nxled’s late surge.

     

    As the preliminary round inches closer to its final stretch, Thursday’s results reshaped the race. One contender proved vulnerable, another rediscovered its footing and the battle for positioning suddenly feels more open than ever.

     

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  • UAAP Season 88 Women’s volleyball weekend roundup: DLSU, Adamson, NU, and FEU score key wins as UE and Ateneo remain winless

    UAAP Season 88 Women’s volleyball weekend roundup: DLSU, Adamson, NU, and FEU score key wins as UE and Ateneo remain winless

    Momentum, redemption, and a few surprises defined the weekend in the UAAP Season 88 women’s volleyball tournament as teams battled to strengthen their positions before the end of the first round.


    De La Salle University continued to show why it remains the team to beat after overpowering the University of the East in straight sets to open Saturday’s double-header.

     

    The Lady Spikers looked even more complete with the return of team captain Shevana Laput, who missed the previous two matches due to illness. Her comeback immediately boosted the squad’s rhythm as La Salle secured a dominant 25-15, 25-20, 25-19 victory at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.

     

    While Laput’s presence steadied the team, it was Angel Canino who once again carried much of the scoring load with 12 points. Lilay Del Castillo also provided crucial support, contributing 10 points to help La Salle maintain its flawless campaign.

     

    For UE, the search for its first win continues. The Lady Warriors fell to 0-6 in the standings and Khy Cepada led UE with 14 points, while Bea Zamudio added nine. Team captain Van Bangayan was limited to three markers.

     

    Saturday’s second match delivered the weekend’s biggest surprise as Adamson University stunned the University of Santo Tomas in emphatic fashion.

     

    The Lady Falcons swept the Growling Tigresses, 27-25, 25-22, 25-12, showcasing both composure and firepower in a match filled with momentum swings.

     

    Shai Nitura, Frances Mordi, Joy Aseo, Fhei Sagaysay, and Lhouiz Tuddao powered the Falcons early, building a commanding 20-6 advantage that eventually paved the way for a convincing one-hour, 21-minute victory.

     

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    Mordi spearheaded Adamson’s offense with 20 points, while Marie Joy Aseo made an impressive first start of the season with six points.

     

    The loss pushed the Growling Tigresses to a 2-3 record. Regina Jurado led the team with 18 points, while Avril Bron chipped in 10. UST’s star hitter Angge Poyos, who had reached double figures in the team’s first four games, struggled offensively and was limited to five points on 5-of-24 attacks.

     

    Meanwhile, Sunday’s action began with National University asserting its dominance against Ateneo.

     

    The Lady Bulldogs cruised to a 25-18, 25-18, 25-15 win, collecting their second consecutive victory to improve to 5-1 in the standings — good for solo second place behind the unbeaten Lady Spikers.

     

    NU also welcomed the return of rookie Sam Cantada, who had missed the previous game due to a right shin injury. She contributed six points in her comeback outing.

     

    Vange Alinsug led the Lady Bulldogs with 18 points, while Arah Panique added 10 to keep NU firmly in the title conversation.

     

    Ateneo, meanwhile, remained winless at 0-6 and will try to salvage a win in its first-round finale against UE. Rookies Ana Hermosura and Dona de Leon paced the Blue Eagles with seven points each.

     

    Closing the weekend slate, Far Eastern University delivered a commanding performance against the University of the Philippines.

     

    The Lady Tamaraws secured a 25-13, 25-21, 25-16 triumph, sealing the victory after Lovely Lopez, Faida Bakanke, and Jazlyn Ellarina combined for four unanswered points late in the match. The contest lasted one hour and 22 minutes.

     

    With the win, FEU improved to 4-2, climbing to solo third place in the standings. UP, however, slipped to 3-2 and now shares fourth place with Adamson.

     

    The Fighting Maroons also faced adversity early in the match when transferee Casiey Dongallo suffered an apparent left-leg injury after an awkward landing in the first set.

     

    Despite the setback, UP continued to battle behind Joan Monares, who led the team with eight points. Kianne Olango and Niña Ytang chipped in six points each.

     

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  • PLDT survives Farm Fresh in five-set thriller; Cignal sweeps ZUS Coffee in PVL action

    PLDT survives Farm Fresh in five-set thriller; Cignal sweeps ZUS Coffee in PVL action

    PLDT proved it could win ugly when it mattered most.

     

    The High Speed Hitters endured a tense five-set battle before finally shaking off a stubborn Farm Fresh side, 25-17, 23-25, 27-25, 21-25, 15-10, to seize the solo lead in the 2026 Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference on Thursday at the Playtime Filoil Centre.

     

    With the win, PLDT improved to 5-1 and moved past sister team Cignal at the top of the standings.

    But the victory hardly came easy.

     

    After taking the opening set with relative comfort, the High Speed Hitters were repeatedly pushed to the brink by the Foxies, who refused to fade despite facing a deeper and more experienced lineup.

     

    Farm Fresh answered every surge. It stole the second set, stretched the third into an extended duel, and forced a decider by outlasting PLDT again in the fourth.

     

    The High Speed Hitters finally regained control when it mattered most.

     

    Savi Davison sparked the decisive run in the fifth frame, scoring back-to-back points before Jessey De Leon and Angge Alcantara followed with key contributions in a 4-0 burst that pushed PLDT to match point at 14-9.

     

    After an Alcantara service error briefly delayed the finish, Davison slammed a crosscourt kill to seal the victory and cap a dominant individual outing.

     

    Davison finished with 32 points built on 28 attacks, three blocks, and one ace, while Kianna Dy added 19 markers as PLDT leaned on its firepower.

     

    Despite committing a game-high 30 errors, the High Speed Hitters made up for it with superior offense, dominating Farm Fresh in attacks, 74-59, and blocks, 14-7.

     

    On the other side, Ria Meneses led the Foxies with 17 points, while Trisha Tubu and Ces Molina chipped in 16 and 14, respectively.

     

    Farm Fresh slipped to 2-4 after dropping its second straight five-set heartbreaker and will try to regroup when it faces Choco Mucho on March 10. PLDT, meanwhile, takes on Galeries Tower on the same day at the same San Juan venue.

     

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    Earlier, Cignal bounced back emphatically from its previous loss, sweeping ZUS Coffee, 25-18, 25-23, 25-22, to stay within striking distance in the standings.

     

    The Super Spikers improved to 5-2, reclaiming their rhythm while handing the Thunderbelles their fourth straight defeat.

     

    Cignal seized control in the second set behind an unlikely source.

     

    With the frame tied at 23, veteran setter Gel Cayuna stepped up not with her playmaking but with timely scoring. She first rejected Cess Robles at the net for set point before finishing the set herself with a through-the-block hit in an out-of-system play to give Cignal a commanding 2-0 lead.

     

    ZUS Coffee tried to mount a comeback in the third, building a 15-11 cushion, but the Super Spikers showed their poise down the stretch.

     

    Vanie Gandler led the response, delivering four of Cignal’s final six points as the Super Spikers closed out the match in one hour and 26 minutes.

     

    Rose Doria-Aquino added 11 points on nine attacks and two blocks, while Erika Santos and Jackie Acuña chipped in nine and eight points, respectively.

     

    The Thunderbelles, who dropped to 1-6 in the tournament, were led by Thea Gagate and Chinnie Arroyo with 11 points each.

     

    Cignal returns to action on March 14 against Capital1, while ZUS Coffee looks to halt its slide when it faces Nxled next Thursday at the same venue.

     

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  • NU, FEU delivers a double sweep as UAAP women’s volleyball race tightens

    NU, FEU delivers a double sweep as UAAP women’s volleyball race tightens

    Wednesday UAAP Season 88 Women’s Volleyball match turned into an emphatic response in the volleyball tournament, as defending champion NU Lady Bulldogs and surging FEU Lady Tamaraws authored straight-set victories at the Smart Araneta Coliseum.


    For National University, it was about regaining control. For Far Eastern University, it was about sustaining momentum.

     

    Stung by their first loss of the season to the UP Fighting Maroons last Saturday, the two-time defending champions wasted little time reasserting their authority, dismantling the UE Lady Warriors, 25-19, 25-10, 25-19.

     

    Rather than dwell on setbacks, NU showcased its depth, a hallmark of championship programs. Sophomore Celine Marsh, tapped to start in place of injured rookie Sam Cantada, delivered a composed all-around performance with 11 points off eight spikes, two aces, and a block, on top of 12 excellent digs and four receptions.

     

    “I never really doubted Celine’s performance. I never really feel like na malaki ‘yung mawawala kapag may isang player na hindi makakalaro kasi I have somebody else to help the team. Tulungan lang talaga kami,” said NU head coach Regine Diego.

     

    While team captain Vange Alinsug earned Player of the Game after tallying 10 points, seven digs, and seven receptions, and Arah Panique paced Lady Bulldog’s scoring with 12 points.

     

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    On the other side, Van Bangayan led UE with 12 points and five receptions, while Khy Cepada chipped in 10 points, seven receptions, and six digs. Still searching for their first win, the Lady Warriors dropped to 0-5 and will next face unbeaten La Salle.

     

    With the victory, NU climbed to 4-1, claiming solo second place and sending a clear message that its championship pulse remains steady.

     

    In the 3 p.m. match, FEU proved that resilience can be just as decisive as dominance.

    The Lady Tamaraws secured their second straight win by sweeping the Ateneo Lady Eagles, 25-17, 25-17, 26-24, but the third set demanded grit.

     

    Ateneo pushed FEU to the brink late in the frame, threatening to extend the match before the Tamaraws steadied themselves to close it out in deuce.

     

    Faida Bakanke led FEU with 12 points, while Gerzel Petallo anchored the floor defense with 13 excellent receptions and 11 excellent digs, adding nine points. Jazlyn Ellarina showcased her versatility with 11 points built on five spikes, three aces, and three blocks, while Clarisse Loresco chipped in eight.

     

    For Ateneo, Geezel Tsunashima delivered her best outing of the season with 11 points, aided by Jihan Chuatico’s seven. Despite flashes of competitiveness including handing La Salle its lone set loss of the season last Saturday. The Blue Eagles remained winless after five games and as the tournament heads deeper into the first round, the separation lines are beginning to form.

     

    NU reestablished its championship form. FEU is building rhythm. UE and Ateneo continue to search for answers.

     

    Action resumes over the weekend at the Big Dome, with UE Lady Warriors taking on DLSU Lady Spikers at 1 p.m., followed by Adamson Lady Falcons clashing with UST Golden Tigresses at 3 p.m. on Saturday.

     

    On Sunday, the schedule opens with NU Lady Bulldogs battling the Ateneo Lady Eagles, then UP Fighting Maroons will face FEU Lady Tamaraws.

     

     

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  • Luka Doncic, LeBron James lead Lakers to dominant win over Kings

    Luka Doncic, LeBron James lead Lakers to dominant win over Kings

    After stumbling through a three-game skid, the Los Angeles Lakers suddenly look like a group that has rediscovered its timing. 

     

    Monday night felt less like a routine regular-season contest and more like a team locking into its identity, dispatching the Sacramento Kings 128-104 to secure back-to-back wins and build real momentum.

     

    At the center of it all was Luka Doncic, who controlled the tempo with 28 points and nine assists, blending scoring and playmaking with an ease that set the tone early. LeBron James added 24 points, delivering timely shots and the kind of veteran punctuation that keeps opponents from entertaining comeback thoughts.

     

    The night after cruising past Golden State on the road, the Lakers returned home and shot a crisp 50 percent from the floor and a blistering 46.2 percent from beyond the arc. The ball moved. Shooters were set. Decisions were quick. Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton chipped in 12 points apiece, quietly reinforcing an offense that looked balanced rather than top-heavy.


    Los Angeles surged to a 19-8 lead midway through the first quarter, then detonated a 34-14 cushion just four minutes later. By the end of the opening period, the Lakers were comfortably ahead 36-18, with Doncic already 12 points deep into his night. Sacramento never truly recovered from that early avalanche.

     

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    The Kings had their chances to stabilize, they owned a 27-18 rebounding edge in the first half. But poor perimeter shooting (2-of-14 from three before halftime) and 12 turnovers sapped any rhythm they hoped to build. 

     

    Even when Sacramento trimmed the margin to 70-60 early in the third, the Lakers responded like a team unwilling to entertain drama, unleashing a 13-2 burst to reassert control.

     

    A buzzer-beating three from James at the end of the third quarter stretched the lead to 96-76, a symbolic closing note on any suspense. 

     

    Later, a Marcus Smart steal followed by a LeBron fast-break dunk pushed the advantage past 20 once more, sealing the mood inside the arena: confident, comfortable, and increasingly cohesive.

    For Sacramento, Nique Clifford’s 26 points and Maxime Raynaud’s 16-point, 13-rebound effort provided flashes of resistance. 

     

    Russell Westbrook scored 14 against his former squad during what ended as a 2-3 road trip. But this night belonged to Los Angeles.

     

    The Lakers have now taken three of four meetings from the Kings this season and are entering a favorable stretch, with seven of their next eight games at home through mid-March. If this two-game surge is any indication, they’re not just stacking wins, they’re building rhythm.

     

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