Kenzo Bolaños, Author at Sports Pilipinas

Gilas Pilipinas Falls to South Korea in Friendly Opener

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 5, 2026

Offensive Struggles Hurt Philippines in Korea Tuneup Loss Gilas Pilipinas absorbed an 81-55 defeat against South Korea, opening its Hana Bank Invitational exhibition series with offensive struggles. The Philippines spent most of Friday’s contest chasing the hosts after South Korea established control through an aggressive opening surge. South Korea Controls Gilas From Opening Burst Matthew...

Gilas Pilipinas Drops to No. 40 in FIBA World Rankings

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 4, 2026

Iran and Jordan Wins Fail to Lift Philippines’ FIBA Rank Gilas Pilipinas slipped one position to World No. 40 despite sweeping Iran and Jordan during the latest World Cup qualifying window. The Philippines remained seventh among Asian teams with 397.3 ranking points, maintaining its continental position despite the global rankings decline. Gilas Drops to No....

Gilas Pilipinas Heads to Korea for Asian Games Tuneups

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 3, 2026

Gold Medal Defense Gets Final Evaluation in Suwon Gilas Pilipinas entered its final Asian Games preparation stage by traveling to Suwon for two tuneup games against South Korea. The newly assembled PBA-based squad will use those exhibitions before beginning the Philippines’ men’s basketball gold-medal defense in Aichi-Nagoya. Gilas Uses South Korea Tuneups for Final Asian...

Phoenix Loses BJ Johnson After Move to Russian Club Parma BC

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 2, 2026

Seven-Game Run Highlights Johnson’s Impact Before Exit Phoenix Super LPG must find another import after BJ Johnson ended his productive Governors’ Cup stint to join Russian club Parma BC. His departure removes Phoenix’s leading reinforcement after seven appearances that helped the Fuel Masters establish a competitive 4-3 Group B record. Parma Move Ends Johnson’s Productive...

Juan GDL Embraces Home Crowd After Gilas Sweeps Window

Kenzo BolañosSeptember 1, 2026

Tim Cone Receives Another Boost from Rising Gilas Guard Juan Gomez de Liaño delivered another timely international performance as Gilas Pilipinas completed its home qualifying window with consecutive victories. His 16 points helped the Philippines defeat Iran, 68-56, while strengthening his growing case for continued opportunities within Tim Cone’s rotation. Gomez de Liaño Delivers Again...

Juan GDL, Kai Sotto Lead Gilas Past Iran in Qualifiers

Kenzo BolañosAugust 31, 2026

Second Home Victory Strengthens Gilas’ World Cup Qualification Push Gilas Pilipinas defeated Iran, 68-56, behind Juan Gomez de Liaño, Dwight Ramos, and Kai Sotto after overcoming an early deficit. The victory completed a two-game home sweep and strengthened the Philippines’ position entering the remaining 2027 World Cup qualifying windows. Gilas Rallies Past Iran to Complete...

June Mar Fajardo Ends Gilas Career with Win Over Iran

Kenzo BolañosAugust 31, 2026

13-Year National Team Journey Ends After Mall of Asia Win June Mar Fajardo ended his 13-year Gilas Pilipinas career with a 68-56 victory over Iran at Mall of Asia Arena. The nine-time PBA MVP contributed six points and two rebounds across seven minutes before confirming his international retirement afterward. Fajardo Ends 13-Year Gilas Career With...

Carl Tamayo Injury Puts Gilas Status vs Iran in Doubt

Kenzo BolañosAugust 30, 2026

Ankle Issue Forces Tim Cone to Reassess Frontcourt Options Carl Tamayo’s left ankle injury has created another roster concern for Gilas Pilipinas before its important World Cup qualifier against Iran. His uncertain availability leaves Tim Cone balancing immediate lineup needs with the forward’s recovery during a compressed international window. Tamayo Suffers Ankle Injury During Gilas...

Quiambao, Sotto Lift Gilas Past Jordan in Overtime

Kenzo BolañosAugust 29, 2026

Defensive Adjustments Power Gilas’ Dramatic Overtime Escape Kevin Quiambao buried the decisive three before Kai Sotto supplied the final stop as Gilas Pilipinas escaped Jordan, 82-81, in overtime. Their late heroics completed a comeback built through defensive adjustments, balanced production, and improved execution after another difficult opening quarter. Gilas Erases Early Deficit to End Four-Game...

Ruben Gonzales, Kelsey Laurente Ready for Pickleball World Cup

Kenzo BolañosAugust 28, 2026

Philippines Turns to Tennis Backgrounds for Global Pickleball Test Ruben Gonzales and Kelsey Laurente bring high-level tennis backgrounds into the Philippines’ Pickleball World Cup campaign in Da Nang. Their crossover experience offers valuable competitive strengths while presenting different tactical challenges against more specialized international pickleball opponents. Gonzales Embraces New Challenge at Pickleball World Cup Ivan...

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Gilas Pilipinas Falls to South Korea in Friendly Opener

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