Louie Sangalang gives Terrafirma Dyip added option, hope

Terrafirma Dyip’s Louie Sangalang in the PBA Philippine Cup. –PBA IMAGES Louie Sangalang’s transition from a key enforcer during Letran’s championship years to a reliable rookie for Terrafirma in the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) seems to be back on track. “It took me some time to adjust because it’s even more physical here in the…

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Louie Sangalang flexes usual toughness for Terrafirma

Terrafirma Dyip’s Louie Sangalang in the PBA Philippine Cup. –PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines—It took Louie Sangalang a few games but he finally got back his collegiate form in Terrafirma’s escape of Northport in the PBA Philippine Cup at Ninoy Aquino Stadium on Wednesday. Sangalang powered the Dyip to a 110-108 victory over Batang Pier that…

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As Sangalang rediscovers form, Hotshots look to continue roll

Ian Sangalang (No. 10, photo above) is back shouldering low-post chores forMagnolia. —PBA IMAGES Slowly but surely, Magnolia is getting Ian Sangalang back in the form the team is used to seeing from him. Sangalang had 23 points, nine rebounds, five assists as the Hotshots dumped the Phoenix Fuel Masters, 107-93, last Sunday, a performance…

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Ian Sangalang, Magnolia not giving up on Calvin Abueva

Magnolia Hotshots’ Calvin Abueva in the PBA Philippine Cup. –PBA IMAGES MANILA, Philippines—In recent weeks, Calvin Abueva has been the brunt of social media criticisms after his middle finger fiasco that led to another suspension. It was not like Abueva’s transgression was an isolated case, but his most recent antic angered more fans than usual…

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Fit-again Sangalang back to a happy place

Ian Sangalang–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net BACOLOD—Behind each Philippine Basketball Association player’s All-Star selection is a story that makes his inclusion in the midseason extravaganza distinct. And Ian Sangalang’s participation in this year’s showcase is high up there among the noteworthy plotlines. The Magnolia big man played his second All-Star Game on Sunday night at University of St. La…

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After tough life stretch, Ian Sangalang eager for comeback – rezal404

Ian Sangalang gets a kick watching Hotshots games. —PBA PICTURES Everything seems to be in order for Ian Sangalang as his much-awaited return to Magnolia is drawing nearer after months of being out dealing with perhaps the most difficult phase of his life. “It really feels good that I’m close to coming back,” Sangalang said…

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