PLDT outlasts Choco Mucho to open PVL on Tour title defense

PLDT High Speed Hitters opened its Premier Volleyball League (PVL) On Tour campaign with a 25-21, 20-25, 29-27, 25-18 victory over Choco Mucho Flying Titans on Saturday night at the Chavit Coliseum in Vigan City, Ilocos Sur.

The defending champion High Speed Hitters were pushed to four sets by the Flying Titans before relying on their veteran core to secure their first win of the preseason tournament.

Kim Kianna Dy led PLDT with 17 points, including the match-winning attack that capped the two-hour, 18-minute contest. Savi Davison added 13 points, while Mika Reyes contributed 12. Majoy Baron, Alleiah Malaluan and Kiesha Bedonia chipped in 10, nine and seven points, respectively.

PLDT appeared headed for a comfortable third-set victory after building a 16-8 lead, but Choco Mucho rallied to erase the deficit and eventually tied the score at 24-all to force an extended battle.

The Flying Titans even moved within a point of taking the set after Molde gave her team a 26-25 advantage. However, PLDT successfully challenged for a block touch, overturning the point before Reyes delivered back-to-back quick attacks to regain the lead.

Malaluan then sealed the marathon third set with a down-the-line winner, giving the High Speed Hitters a 2-1 advantage.

PLDT carried that momentum into the fourth set, breaking away from a close contest behind the combined efforts of Dy, Malaluan and Bedonia. The defending champions gradually widened the gap before closing out the match.

Caitlyn Viray paced the Flying Titans with 16 points, while Isa Molde added 14. Jewel Encarnacion finished with 10 markers, Mean Mendez scored eight, and Ayesha Juegos contributed six. They dropped to 0-2.

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Lampake sa pera! LeBron James admits title chase behind Philly move

LeBron James said his decision to continue playing in the NBA and sign with the Philadelphia 76ers came after weeks of reflection, insisting his choice was driven by his desire to compete for another championship rather than money or personal considerations.

In a statement posted on his Facebook page, James admitted he initially believed he had played the final game of his career after the season ended.

“I thought I was done when the season ended. I wasn’t ready to announce it, and I knew I needed some time to really decide, but I was pretty sure I played my last game,” James said.

The four-time NBA champion said he needed time away from basketball to determine whether he still had the passion to continue playing.

“I was honest at that last press conference when I said I needed to look at myself and decide if I still love this game. I still truly love this game, and I have more to give,” he added.

James described the past several weeks as a rare opportunity to step back from basketball and evaluate the next chapter of his career with the support of his loved ones.

“The last few weeks have really been special. I’ve never been able to have no clue what to do and take real time to just think. I’ve had an incredible few months with all the people I love trying to figure it all out.”

The NBA’s all-time leading scorer said his decision to join the 76ers was not motivated by financial gain or family circumstances but by his desire to continue making sacrifices in pursuit of another title.

“This is my last decision. I’m not going for money. I’m not going for family. What am I really playing for at this point?” James said.

“I still want to sacrifice. I still want to work. I still want to grind. I still want to compete, to win and to have a chance at the feeling of winning another championship.”

James said he believes he can help Philadelphia contend for the NBA title and is looking forward to beginning the next chapter of his career with the franchise.

“I believe I can help make the Philadelphia 76ers a championship team and I am so excited to energize a new fan base and start this incredible journey one last time,” he said.

James ended his message by thanking the cities that played major roles throughout his NBA career.

“Thank you LA. Miami I’ll forever love and Northeast Ohio will always home!” he said. (AC)

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UST, CSB advance to Shakey’s Super League Finals

University of Santo Tomas and College of Saint Benilde secured their places in the championship round after dominant semifinal victories in the 2026 Shakey’s Super League Collegiate National Invitationals on Friday at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium.

The Golden Tigresses overwhelmed Colegio de San Juan de Letran, 25-10, 25-19, 25-12, to remain unbeaten and book the first finals berth.

UST controlled the match from the opening serve, overwhelming the Lady Knights with its balanced offense and disciplined defense to complete another straight-set victory.

Team captain Regina Jurado led the way for the Golden Tigresses with 12 points, built on 11 attacks and one block, to earn Most Valuable Player of the Match honors.

The win extended UST’s unbeaten run in the tournament and kept its title bid on track heading into the championship match.

In the other semifinal, the Lady Blazers turned back Australian guest team Southern Storm Melbourne to arrange a finals showdown against UST on Sunday. (AC)

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