Coach LA Tenorio of the Magnolia Hotshots highlighted the need to avoid slow starts in games after the team defeated Blackwater Bossing in the PBA Philippine Cup. Tenorio stressed the importance of consistent performance, as the Hotshots secured a victory despite initial setbacks, aiming to improve their strategy in future games.
Justin Brownlee has arrived in Manila to strengthen Gilas Pilipinas in preparation for the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers. His inclusion is part of the national team’s strategy to secure a spot in the upcoming FIBA World Cup, enhancing their competitive edge with his experience and skills.
Jericho Cruz is set to lead Guam against his San Miguel Beer teammates June Mar Fajardo and CJ Perez in the 2027 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers. The match, held at Blue Eagle Gym in Manila, Philippines, sees Guam adopting a “nothing to lose” attitude as part of Group A in the qualifiers.
Olympian Hidilyn Diaz-Naranjo leads the Philippine weightlifting team at the Southeast Asian Games 2025 in Thailand, aiming for gold with nine athletes in the squad. The event takes place next month, promising intense competition and showcasing regional talent.
The Los Angeles 2028 Olympics organizing committee released the competition schedule, highlighting major events like the women’s 100 meters and a Super Saturday session, with the games set to take place from July 14 to July 30, 2028.
June Mar Fajardo, a celebrated basketball player, is auctioning his first PBA MVP trophy to aid Typhoon Tino victims in Cebu. The announcement came during a Beermen game in Rodriguez, Rizal.
LeBron James will practice with the South Bay Lakers as part of his preparation for the 23rd NBA season. The Los Angeles Lakers, led by coach JJ Redick, utilize their G League affiliate to maintain James’ peak performance, ensuring strategic readiness for the upcoming season.
Victor Wembanyama scored 38 points, including 18 in the fourth quarter, to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 121-117 victory over the Chicago Bulls. Wembanyama also recorded 12 rebounds and 5 blocks, making history as the first NBA player to achieve at least 35 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists, 5 blocks, and 5 three-pointers in a single game. The Spurs’ win marks their third consecutive victory.
North Korea’s women’s youth football team claimed victory in the FIFA U-20 World Cup in Morocco, defeating the Netherlands 3-0. This win marks the nation’s third World Cup success in over a year, highlighting North Korea’s dominance in the sport and being used to bolster its political image.
Filipina tennis star Alex Eala will participate in the 2025 MGM Macau Tennis Masters on December 27-28. Eala will play alongside legends such as Li Na and Conchita Martínez at the Macau Forum, concluding her remarkable 2025 WTA season where she achieved a career-high ranking of World No. 50. Prior to this event, Eala will compete in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games in Thailand.