Tag: plays
Bella Belen plays through back injury in NU win over La Salle
NU Lady Bulldogs’ Bella Belen against La Salle Lady Spikers in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines—It’s mind over matter for Bella Belen, who still played a crucial role in National University’s win over La Salle on Sunday in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament despite nursing a back injury.…
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The Players: Scottie Scheffler plays down comparisons with Tiger Woods after successful title defence | Golf News
Scottie Scheffler has played down comparisons to Tiger Woods after the world No 1 created Players Championship history with a dramatic title defence at TPC Sawgrass. Scheffler became the first player to win back-to-back editions at The Players, following a five-shot win in last year’s contest by overturning a five-stroke deficit in a thrilling final…
Read MorePVL coaches reveal their favorite volleyball plays
The top PVL coaches reveal their pet plays during games. —MARLO CUETO Behind every championship, victory, set and point in volleyball is a stable system designed by coaches that help players execute inside the court. While basketball plays are pretty much well-known, volleyball strategies remain esoteric even with the continued skyrocketing popularity of the sport.…
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June Mar Fajardo plays true to form in San Miguel rout
San Miguel Beer center June Mar Fajardo imposes his will in the pain against Magnolia in Game 2 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines—If Game 2 of the PBA Commissioner’s Cup Finals proved anything, it’s that there’s a reason why June Mar Fajardo is a seven-time MVP, according to coach Jorge Gallent.…
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The Verdict: Erik Ten Hag plays down United’s lack of goals as they progress in FA Cup | Video | Watch TV Show
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Anton Toloui delivers his verdict on Man Utd’s 2-0 win against Wigan in the FA Cup. Erik ten Hag was positive in his post-match press conference and played down any worries that his players are not scoring enough goals.
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Rickie Fowler plays down rumours of LIV Golf League switch and has ‘zero plans’ to leave PGA Tour | Golf News
Rickie Fowler’s regular sponsors Farmers Insurance and Rocket Mortgage were missing from his clothing during The Sentry in Hawaii, fuelling rumours over a move to LIV Golf; Fowler insisted he is excited about his future on PGA Tour Last Updated: 08/01/24 8:20am Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Everything you need…
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Nadal ‘feeling good’ but plays down Australia expectations
Rafael Nadal of Spain arrives for a public appearance in the Queen Street Mall ahead of the Brisbane International tennis tournament in Brisbane, Australia, Friday, Dec. 29, 2023. (AP Photo/Tertius Pickard) Rafael Nadal said Friday he was “feeling good” but played down any chance of winning tournaments in the near future as he returns from…
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NBA: Joel Embiid plays through ankle injury, 76ers defeat Raptors
Philadelphia 76ers’ Joel Embiid, left, tries to get by Toronto Raptors’ Dennis Schroder, center, and Jakob Poeltl during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum) PHILADELPHIA — Joel Embiid played through an ankle injury to push his 30-10 streak to 13 games, finishing with 31…
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NBA: Jordan Poole plays former Warriors team at Chase Center
Golden State Warriors guard Klay Thompson, right, speaks to Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole before an NBA basketball game Friday, Dec. 22, 2023, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Godofredo A. Vásquez) SAN FRANCISCO — Jordan Poole briefly lost the ball, retrieved it from one fan, then playfully threw a pass back to the sideline to get…
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Rafael Nadal training ‘very well’ ahead of 2024 tennis return but coach plays down Grand Slam expectations | Tennis News
Rafael Nadal has shown good progress in training since recovering from a hip injury but his coach Carlos Moya still worries about how the former world No 1’s body will hold up against the rigours of Grand Slam tennis. The 37-year-old suffered a muscle issue at Melbourne Park in January that wiped out his season…
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