Tag: sports
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Donaire floors Darchinyan for 9th round TKO
The Filipino Flash Nonito Donaire (32-2) stops Amernian boxer Vic Darchinyan (39-6-1) at 2:06 of round 9 to obtain the knockout victory at round 9 on Sunday, November 10 2013 at the American Bank Center in Corpus Christi, Texas. Earlier in round 2 Donaire managed to land a hard right which wobbles Darchinyan. The two…
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Basketball icon Derrick Rose of the Chicago Bulls makes waves in Manila
By and large, the Philippines is a basketball country. The ubiquity of basketball rings found in every corner of the nation is a testament to this; so is the constant chatter prompted by even the smallest local or international tidbit about the sport. And the latest piece of news that has sent Filipino hoop-fans abuzz…
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adidas BOOST: next-generation running footwear
PHILIPPINES – Since its introduction to the world at a global launch event in New York City early in 2013, the Energy Boost running shoe has revolutionised the running world. Featuring the ground-breaking cushioning technology BOOST™, which provides the highest energy return in the running industry, it has set a new benchmark for adidas running…
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adidas Crazyquick is the preferred footwear of John Wall and Damian Lillard
Back in March adidas unveiled the Crazyquick, a new innovation and its first basketball shoe designed specifically to help make players quicker on the court. Crazyquick technology gives athletes greater controlled flexibility, better traction and optimal foot lock-down to execute moves that improve performance.
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Bellator champs: Wrestling is key for Filipino MMA supremacy
When asked what Filipino mixed martial arts (MMA) fighters can improve on to make it into the “big leagues” in the United States, champions from Bellator Fighting Championships (Bellator) pointed to one discipline: wrestling. “At the end of the day it’s the wrestlers that you see in MMA who are doing best,” said Bellator lightweight…
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Ateneo Blue Eagles Coach Norman Black and Skil “Paint The Town Red” with 40 basketball courts
MANILA, Philippines – Skil, one of the most recognized brands in the power tool industry, is launching its latest philanthropic endeavor called Paint the Town Red. As a testament to the brand’s commitment to delivering precision, power and optimum performance to the mainstream audience, Paint the Town Red is set to construct 40 basketball half-courts…
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2012 NBA champion Miami Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra returns to the Philippines
MANILA, Philippines – Miami Heat Head Coach Erik Spoelstra is headed back to the Philippines this summer, the National Basketball Association (NBA) announced today. Spoelstra will be in Manila from August 2 to 5 for the NBA Trophy Tour presented by Gatorade. Coach Erik Spoelstra led the Miami Heat to the 2012 NBA Championship and…
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Teen Azkals hunt for new pack members, secure future of Philippine football
The “Teen Azkals” is looking for young talent to join their ranks! The NCR selection will be held on July 7 and 8, 2012 at UP Diliman. Provincial selections will be held on August 4-12, 2012 at San Carlos City, Negros Occidental football grounds.
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Golf Your Way to Father’s Day at Marriott Manila
This June, we share our own fun way to uniquely indulge every great leader of the family—our dads! At Marriott Manila, we ensure that we’re the perfect venue to celebrate his life and love through golf. Since it’s another event that deserves a grand blow out, food is always the first thing to consider especially…
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Dermablend Supports Merrel Adventure Run 2012
Running enthusiasts in the country gears up for an adventure as they experience a different kind of adrenaline rush in the 3rd Merrel Adventure Run 2012 at the hilly terrain of Timberland Sports & Nature Club in San Mateo, Rizal. With three categories, 5K, 10K and 21 K, the challenge to finish, survive and conquer…