Chris Paul brings leadership for Wembanyama, young Spurs

San Antonio Spurs players Victor Wembanyama (1) and Chris Paul (3) pose for photos during the NBA basketball team’s media day, Monday, Sept. 30, 2024, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate) SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs tried to provide David Robinson and Tim Duncan with all they needed to develop quickly, but were…

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Macandili-Catindig’s defensive leadership gives Cignal solid foundation

Cignal libero Dawn Macandili-Catindig returns to her mother club in the PVL after her stint with Alas Pilipinas.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net However the final of the PVL Invitational Conference turns out, it is clear that Cignal is entering a new era—one where the HD Spikers will regularly be in the championship conversation. And at the middle of…

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Erik ten Hag: Man Utd manager retains full backing of club’s football leadership despite Liverpool defeat | Football News

Erik ten Hag retains the full backing of Manchester United’s football leadership team, despite sporting director Dan Ashworth and CEO Omar Berrada not being involved in the decision to retain the manager. The 3-0 humbling to Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday, the club’s second defeat in their opening three Premier League fixtures, has directed…

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Erica Staunton’s leadership bringing best out of Creamline

Creamline Cool Smashers’ Erica Staunton in the PVL semifinals game against Cignal HD Spikers. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Erica Staunton believes she has grown a lot as a player and formed a strong bond with the Creamline Cool Smashers in her first pro stint in the PVL. From a losing PVL debut, Staunton made…

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Scotty Hopson provides needed leadership for Converge

Converge import Scotty Thompson.–PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines—Converge import Scotty Hopson provided an important element in Converge’s first game in the PBA Governors’ Cup on Wednesday. With the FiberXers being a relatively young team, Hopson provided leadership on the court that propelled the revamped Converge squad to a 127-95 win over Terrafirma at Araneta Coliseum. “I’ve…

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Jio Jalalon expected to take leadership reins for NorthPort

NorthPort Batang Pier guard Jio Jalalon going up against TNT’s Brian Heruela in the 2024 PBA Governors’ Cup. –PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines—If Northport’s first game in the PBA Governors’ Cup was any indication, Jio Jalalon will be looked upon as one of Batang Pier’s veterans heading forward. Following a tough loss to TNT at Araneta…

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Roma Mae Doromal brings leadership to her future PVL team

Former Ateneo captain Roma Mae Doromal during the PVL Draft Combine. – MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Former Ateneo captain Roma Mae Doromal offers her floor defense and leadership skills as she turns pro in the inaugural PVL Rookie Draft on July 8 at Novotel. Doromal is among the top in this year’s Draft and…

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In need of veteran leadership, Ginebra turns to LA Tenorio

Ginebra guard LA Tenorio.–PBA IMAGES LA Tenorio turned in a throwback performance on Friday night to help Barangay Ginebra level its best-of-seven PBA Philippine Cup semifinal series with perennial victim Meralco to two games apiece. The club’s elder statesman, who recently conquered colon cancer, was a stabilizing presence for the crowd darlings in the wire-to-wire,…

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Jia De Guzman leadership brings Alas Pilipinas together

Alas Pilipinas’ star setter Jia de Guzman during the Philippines’ first game in the AVC Challenge Cup. –MARLO CUETO/INQUIREr.net MANILA, Philippines — Angel Canino, Eya Laure, and Sisi Rondina formed a potent trio for Alas Pilipinas’ first AVC Challenge Cup game, but they all gave credit to  leadership and playmaking of veteran setter Jia De…

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Detdet Pepito’s leadership bolsters UST’s twice-to-beat bid

UST libero Detdet Pepito.–UAAP PHOTO MANILA, Philippines—University of Santo Tomas libero Detdet Pepito exuded her leadership to power the Golden Tigresses over University of the East in the second round of the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament. With Pepito barking orders left and right, UST was able to bounce back from its heartbreaker at…

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