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Golden Spikers fortify roster with new recruits ahead of V-League

15

Aug

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Golden Spikers fortify roster with new recruits ahead of V-League

THE UST Golden Spikers continue to bolster their lineup, bringing in nine new recruits ahead of the 2026 V-League Men’s Collegiate Challenge, the team announced on its social media page on Friday, Aug. 14. Joining the España-based squad are UAAP Season 88 boy's MVP Rainier Lorayes, 21-year-old middle blocker Luke…

Tigers tower over Japan-based Tenri in NSAC opener

14

Aug

By Lara Sofia Alvarez and Kurt Andre Trinidad

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Tigers tower over Japan-based Tenri in NSAC opener

THE UST Growling Tigers dominated Tenri University from Japan to kickstart their AsiaBasket NSAC World Invitationals tourney, 88-65, at the PhilSports Arena in Pasig on Friday, Aug 14. UST big man Collins Akowe led the Tigers with 17 points and nine rebounds, while Amiel Acido matched his scoring output shooting…

Eya Laure earns Best Outside Hitter plum after Alas’ SEA V Cup silver run

09

Aug

By Kurt Andre Trinidad

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Eya Laure earns Best Outside Hitter plum after Alas’ SEA V Cup silver run

EYA LAURE stood among Alas Pilipinas’ main gunners en route to their first silver medal in the SEA V.Cup after outlasting Indonesia, 25-13, 23-25, 25-19, 33-31, on Sunday, Aug. 9, in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The former UST captain spearheaded the Philippine attack with 17 points, including 15 attacks and two…

Eya Laure leads Alas Pilipinas to first Vietnam win since 2019

08

Aug

By Kurt Andre Trinidad

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Eya Laure leads Alas Pilipinas to first Vietnam win since 2019

FORMER GOLDEN Tigresses captain Eya Laure powered Alas Pilipinas to a hard-fought victory over Vietnam in the 6th SEA V Cup 2026 Women’s Leg 2 at Chiang Mai, Thailand on Saturday, Aug. 8. Laure delivered when it mattered most, firing back-to-back points to seal the Philippines’ 22-25, 25-23, 25-21, 25-22…

UST Growling Tigers, GMA Sparkle Artists face off in exhibition game for a cause

05

Aug

By Joshua Louis Sumanghid

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UST Growling Tigers, GMA Sparkle Artists face off in exhibition game for a cause

THE UST Growling Tigers will share the hardwood with celebrities from the Sparkle GMA Artist Center in The Roar: Celebrity Match-up exhibition game slated for Tuesday, Sept. 8. The ceremonial signing of the agreement on the exhibition game was led by UST Secretary-General Fr. Louie Coronel, along with representatives from…

Obiena claims sixth gold of the season at Germany pole vault meet

01

Aug

By Sophia Carmela Dela Cuesta

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Obiena claims sixth gold of the season at Germany pole vault meet

FILIPINO POLE vaulter and Thomasian athlete EJ Obiena struck gold at the inaugural International Pole Vault Meeting held at Cathedral Square in Halberstadt, Germany on Saturday, Aug. 1. Fresh off a silver-medal finish at the Meeting Madrid in Spain, the two-time Olympian sealed his victory by clearing 5.76 meters. Qatari…

Six Tiger Softbelles to represent PH in Women’s Baseball World Cup debut

31

Jul

By Kurt Andre Trinidad

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Six Tiger Softbelles to represent PH in Women’s Baseball World Cup debut

SIX UST Tiger Softbelles will don the Philippine colors as the national team makes its long-awaited debut in the 2026 WBSC Women's Baseball World Cup Group Stage from August 13 to 17 in Tainan, Chinese Taipei. The six Thomasians selected to the national squad are Ma. Christine Bautista, Angel…

MVP Poyos leads Tigresses over Lady Blazers to capture first SSL crown

26

Jul

By Lorenzo Sebastian Amoroso

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MVP Poyos leads Tigresses over Lady Blazers to capture first SSL crown

THE UST Golden Tigresses bagged the 2026 Shakey's Super League Collegiate National Invitationals crown with a 22-25, 25-8, 25-12, 25-22 victory over the Benilde Lady Blazers in the championship match on Sunday, July 26, at the Playtime Filoil Centre. Angge Poyos’ all-around performance fueled the championship charge, notching 20 points…

Tigresses sweep Lady Knights to clinch SSL finals berth

24

Jul

By Michael Luke Ezekiel Bechaida

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Tigresses sweep Lady Knights to clinch SSL finals berth

THE UST Golden Tigresses punch their ticket to the 2026 Shakey’s Super League Collegiate National Invitationals finals after drubbing the NCAA Season 101 champions Letran Lady Knights in straight sets, 25-10, 25-19, 25-12, on Friday, July 24, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Newly appointed team captain Reg Jurado led the…

Rookie Rubin dazzles as UST clinches Shakey’s top seed

23

Jul

By Marycon Badinas

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Rookie Rubin dazzles as UST clinches Shakey’s top seed

THE UST Golden Tigresses wrapped up the preliminary round of the 2026 Shakey’s Super League Collegiate National Invitationals with a commanding straight-set victory over international guest team Ho Chi Minh City Volleyball Club, 25-18, 25-10, 25-21, on Thursday, July 23, at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium. Rookie Kim Rubin paced the…