Pling Baclay aptly fills in as starter, helps UP end slump

Pling Baclay and the UP Fighting Maroons post their first win in the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines — Pling Baclay proved her worth for University of the Philippines with a season-high seven blocks to end the UAAP Season 86 women’s volleyball tournament first round on a high note. Filling in…

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Kim Aurin shines as surprise starter in TNT win

TNT guard Kim Aurin goes for a layup against two Phoenix defenders in the PBA Commissioner’s Cup.–MARLO CUETO/INQUIRER.net MANILA, Philippines—Surprised to get the starting nod, rookie Kim Aurin did not disappoint by helping TNT win its biggest game of the young PBA season. With the last playoff spot at stake, Aurin gave the Tropang Giga…

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