• November 23, 2024

Bryan Bagunas proud of Alas Pilipinas young guns

Alas Pilipinas men’s Bryan Bagunas. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Bryan Bagunas returned to Alas Pilipinas under the new system of Italian coach Angiolino Frigoni in the SEA VLeague and had the luxury of with young guns like Buds Buddin and Louie Ramirez backing him up. Struggling in the last two sets, Bagunas kept his…

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With KO duel looming, PLDT eyes help from young guns

PLDT High Speed Hitters in the PVL Reinforced Conference.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net PLDT has been in this situation before. The High Speed Hitters would run up a streak by knocking down opponents early but still be caught in a tight spot when the homestretch approaches. That’s what coach Rald Ricafort is trying to avoid and he may…

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Former Blue Eagle Gandler slowly finds her place among Cignal’s top guns

Cignal HD Spikers.–PVL PHOTO Vanie Gandler looked comfortable sitting opposite veteran Ces Molina during the television interview, echoing confidently her veteran teammate’s assertions that Cignal is looking for brighter days in future conferences. She was just as comfortable donning the mantle as top gun for the HD Spikers on the court. “I am just very,…

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Kayla guns for Paris slot in Doha worlds

Philippines’ Kayla Sanchez competes in the heats of women’s 100m freestyle event during the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou in China’s eastern Zhejiang province on September 26, 2023. (Photo by MANAN VATSYAYANA / AFP) Kayla Sanchez is less than a second away from the 2024 Paris Olympics. The ace swimmer hopes to cover that gap…

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Crossovers ride young guns in demolition of Foxies

The Crossovers celebrate straight-sets win over Foxies. —AUGUST DELA CRUZ Undermanned or not, Chery Tiggo is not one to hide what its intentions are in the Premier Volleyball League (PVL) All-Filipino Conference. “Everybody wants to go back to the finals, but one game at a time,” coach Aaron Velez said in Filipino, moments after a…

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Finn Russell named Scotland captain as Gregor Townsend recalls big guns for World Cup warm-up against France

Finn Russell will captain Scotland in Saturday’s match against France Finn Russell will captain Scotland as one of 13 changes to the team to face France in the second of their Rugby World Cup warm-up matches on Saturday. Head coach Gregor Townsend has restored most of his senior players to his starting XV after a…

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Adamson keeps faith in holdovers, young guns after core players’ departure – rezal404

Adamson Lady Falcons during a game in the Shakey’s Super League. SSL PHOTO MANILA, Philippines—Despite the departure of Adamson’s core, new coach JP Yude urges holdover Lucille Almonte and the young Lady Falcons to continue moving forward as they take the first step of their build-up in the Shakey’s Super League National Invitationals. Former Adamson…

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Kurashiki aims to continue dominance, guns for finals slot vs PLDT – rezal404

Kurashiki Ablaze. MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — The Kurashiki Ablaze seek to continue flaunting their volleyball style as they gun for a final showdown against defending champion Creamline in the 2023 Premier Volleyball League (PVL) Invitational Conference. Japan’s Division 3 team has been unstoppable in their first three games in the semifinal round, dominating Vietnam’s…

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