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NCAA-GMA Network’s partnership assures Season ’98 to be better
The collaboration between GMA Network and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) continues on Monday, September 5. It assured the latest season of the collegiate tournament would be better. The two entered a partnership in 2020, giving the Kapuso Network the rights to broadcast season ’96 of the tournament. It continued until season ’97, and […] More
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Catriona Gray, named as FIBA World Cup ambassador; draws parallels between her new duty as a beauty queen
Miss Universe 2018 hopes to inspire young audiences as she joins celebrated local basketball players in promoting the country’s campaign for the 2023 FIBA World Cup. Catriona Gray, the country’s most recent Miss Universe titlist, could not hide her excitement as she takes on her new role as a FIBA World Cup ambassador. During a press […] More
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Chef Jose Sarasola considers himself lucky to be the first GMA NCAA All-Star Basketball Game Celebrity MVP
On June 5, Kapuso celebrity Chef Jose Sarasola considered himself lucky to be the first GMA-National Collegiate Athletic Association Basketball Game Celebrity MVP. During an after-game interview with Sarasola, he recounted how he landed the basketball shots thanks to his teammates and a little luck. “First off, super nice na I didn’t play basketball for […] More
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NCAA player to Kapuso, Prince Carlos expresses gratitude to GMA Network
On June 5, CSB Blazers’ Prince Carlos expressed his gratitude for the opportunities he received from the Kapuso Network. During an after-game interview at the GMA-National Collegiate Athletic Association(NCAA) All-Star Basketball Game, Carlos highlighted the trust and the blessings he got from being a Kapuso. “Masaya, very grateful lang talaga sa blessings, sa opportunity na binigay ng GMA sa […] More
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ABS-CBN Sports hints at a possible comeback, netizens express excitement
ABS-CBN shut down the unit in August 2020, in the wake of the Network’s non-renewal of its legislative franchise. A recent social media post by ABS-CBN’s now-dissolved sports division sparked speculations among netizens that a comeback may be around the corner. “Tuloy ang laro” reads the photo tweet made by ABS-CBN Sports. Its caption reads “PASSION IN […] More
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Edu Manzano, disappointed with Gilas Pilipinas’ performance, suggested to Pinoys to focus on other potential sports
Actor Edu Manzano expressed his opinion on Tuesday, July 19 that Filipinos should put some attention on other sports rather than focusing on a single sport like basketball. The national team exited the 2022 FIBA Asia Cup after suffering a humiliating loss against Japan, 102-81. This means that Gilas Pilipinas will not be able to […] More
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Celebrities, netizens reacted to Kai Sotto’s failed NBA draft bid
Several celebrities and netizens shared their reactions to Kai Sotto’s failed NBA draft bid. On Friday, June 24, the 7-foot-3 center Sotto was unsuccessful in his NBA dream as he was undrafted in the 2022 NBA draft. In his tweet, Sotto said while it was not the outcome that he wanted, it won’t either stop […] More
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‘ASICS Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series,’ set to be held in Manila, the first time in Asia!
On June 19, the world’s largest running series, Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series, takes place in Manila—the first time the said event has been held in Asia. The registration ended on Friday, and the event expects more than 5000 runners. The 10k category received the most entries with 1800, while 650 opted for the full […] More
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Kapuso stars, NCAA Star Athletes stand out at the GMA NCAA All-Star Basketball Game
The brightest Kapuso stars and NCAA cagers clashed in a sports special made for stars. The biggest and fastest-rising Kapuso stars, had the rare opportunity of showcasing their impressive skills in sports, during the GMA NCAA All-Star Basketball Game, on Sunday, June 5. GMA Network and the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) both brought their […] More
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Young golf player Rafael Lucas de Guzman scores spot at the IMG Academy World Junior Championship
Rafael De Guzman has the opportunity to represent the Philippine flag at the upcoming global championship in the United States in July. At 5, young Filipino golfer Rafael Lucas L. De Guzman has achieved something not too many children of his age do. After a spectacular display of skill in the field, at the qualifying […] More
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NU pep coach Ghicka Bernabe, bewildered with the result after FEU Cheering Squad snags the championship from them
Head coach of the two-time NU Pep Squad champion Ghicka Bernabe was looking for answers on Sunday, May 22, after her team only placed third at the UAAP Season 84 Cheerdance Competition. “If there’s a wobble doon sa segment ng stance, I don’t think that will affect entirely the team, said the 11-year tactician in […] More
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FEU Cheering Squad takes home the first UAAP Cheerdance Competition Championship in 13 years
Energy and excitement did not fall short albeit with shorter routines and fewer members, at UAAP Cheerdance Competition 2022 The FEU Cheering Squad claimed dominance at the Cheerdance Competition of the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 84–as they took the championship home, on Sunday, May 22, with their breathtaking rock-themed performance. On […] More
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Kapamilya Celebrities flex muscle and grace at the 2022 Star Magic All-Star Games
The star-studded sporting event made a remarkable return two years after getting stalled by the pandemic and ABS-CBN shutdown. After skipping the past two years, the Araneta Coliseum sparkled again with the local entertainment scene’s brightest stars as the long-awaited Star Magic All-Star Games officially returned. The last event notably took place in 2019, months […] More
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For her presidential bid, VP Leni Robredo earns backing up from PBA legends, coaches
VP Robredo’s presidential campaign received yet another boost from the sports sector via several PBA icons and coaches. Veteran PBA players Olsen Racela, Johnny Abarrientos, and Jojo Lastimosa joined coaches Yeng Guiao and Chot Reyes in backing up the presidential bid of Vice President Leni Robredo. In a video clip published on April 24, the […] More
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Boom Gonzalez recalls challenges he faced amid the pandemic, ABS-CBN Shutdown
On March 25, Filipino radio DJ and sportscaster Boom Gonzalez recalled the challenges he faced amid the pandemic and the ABS-CBN Shutdown. During the media conference for the University Athletic Association of the Philippines (UAAP) Season 84, Gonzalez said he lost a family and opportunity when ABS-CBN shut down in 2020. “First of all, I […] More
