Kai Sotto in NBA Summer League Debut: Highlights of Promising Start for Filipino Sensation
Filipino big man Kai Sotto made a promising start in his much-anticipated 2023 NBA Summer League debut earlier today, July 14, wearing Jersey No, 70 for the Orlando Magic against the Portland Trail Blazers. Despite the Magic's defeat, Sotto's performance was a beacon of hope for his fans at the Thomas & Mack Arena in Las Vegas and around the world watching the game on TV and online who have been clamoring to see him on the hard court.
EJ Obiena Clinches Silver in France, Sets Sights on Asian Athletics Championships
Filipino pole vaulting sensation, Ernest John “EJ” Obiena, continues his impressive outdoor season streak with another silver medal win at the Meeting International de Sotteville in France. This victory comes ahead of his much-anticipated participation at the Asian Athletics Championships in Thailand.
Will Kai Sotto Make History? The Filipino Giant’s NBA Summer League Debut is a...
In a historic moment for Philippine basketball, Kai Sotto, the 7-foot-3 center, is all set to make his NBA Summer League debut at the Thomas and Mack Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. The game, scheduled for Sunday, July 9, 2023, at 5:30 AM Philippine Time (Saturday, July 8, 5:30 PM PDT), will see Sotto suiting up for the Orlando Magic against the Detroit Pistons.
Why Jordan Clarkson and Kai Sotto are the Duo to Watch at the FIBA...
The Philippines' Gilas Pilipinas is gearing up for the FIBA Basketball World Cup 2023, and all eyes are on NBA star Jordan Clarkson and Japan B. League import Kai Sotto. The duo is set to lead the national team on home soil, promising an electrifying performance from August 25 to September 10.
Philippines’ Phenom EJ Obiena Vaults His Way to Paris Olympics 2024, First Filipino to...
Filipino pole vault titan Ernest John "EJ" Obiena has made history again by becoming the first Filipino athlete to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics. This remarkable feat came after an outstanding silver finish at the Bauhaus-Galan Stockholm Diamond League on Sunday, July 2, 2023 (Monday, July 3 PST).
Gilas Pilipinas Women Aim for Historic Semifinal Berth at FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2023
The Gilas Pilipinas Women have set their sights on a historic berth in the FIBA Women's Asia Cup 2023 Division A semifinals. The dream could turn into a reality with a victory against the New Zealand Tall Ferns in a knockout qualification match slated today at 5 P.M. Australia time at Quaycentre, Sydney.
Clash of the Titans: UP Fighting Maroons Topple Undefeated DLSU Green Archers for FilOil-EcoOil...
In a thrilling show of prowess and tenacity, the University of the Philippines (UP) Fighting Maroons Men's Basketball Team has clinched the state university’s first-ever FilOil-EcoOil Preseason Cup Championship. They defied the odds by breaking the undefeated streak of the formidable De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Archers, securing a hard-earned 87-76 victory.
Carlos Yulo Dominates Asian Gymnastics Championships with 5 Medals, Seals World Championships Slot
Filipino gymnastics sensation, Carlos Yulo, has yet again made headlines as he seized the spotlight in the Asian Artistic Gymnastics Championships that concluded on Sunday, June 18, in Singapore. For the second consecutive time, Yulo emerged as the best-performing male athlete, earning an impressive tally of three golds, one silver, and one bronze.
Bronze Triumph for Filipino Pole Vault Star EJ Obiena in Oslo’s Diamond League Event
Filipino pole vault sensation, Ernest John “EJ” Obiena, added yet another feather to his cap with a Bronze Medal-winning performance at the high-profile Wanda Diamond League series' fifth leg at the Oslo Bislett Games held on June 15 (June 16 Philippine Standard Time).
Checkmate, Boys! 10-Year-Old Nika Juris Nicolas Becomes Philippines’ First Female Chess National Master: How...
The world of Philippine chess is abuzz as 10-year-old Nika Juris Nicolas of Pasig City defies norms and breaks barriers by earning the title of National Master - a first for a female in the country. The National Chess Federation of the Philippines (NCFP) awarded Nika this prestigious title, marking a significant milestone in the country's chess history.
How Did Ernest John Obiena Defy Gravity and Vault into the Elite 6-Metre Club?...
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to literally reach new heights? Ernest John "EJ" Obiena, the 27-year-old Filipino Olympian, can now answer this question with first-hand experience. He has become the latest member of the pole vault six-metre club – an exclusive group of athletes worldwide that have managed to scale one of the most elusive barriers in elite athletics. But what makes Obiena's feat particularly notable?
From Steady to Stellar: Wesley So’s Unyielding Strategy Catapults Him to 3rd Spot in...
Steady as he goes, Filipino American Grandmaster Wesley So ascends to new heights in the world of chess. Known for his consistent approach, So has maneuvered his way to the 3rd spot on the leaderboard at the 2023 Norway Chess Tournament. He now stands within striking distance of the title and the significant cash prize, having leapfrogged four other grandmasters, including World No. 1 Magnus Carlsen.