Posts by Ally M. Lim

Tracksters seek glory, redemption at UAAP

By , on February 7, 2012

Coming into the 73rd season of the UAAP last year, the Blue Tracksters were one of the heavy favorites to win the UAAP crown. This was a very rare thing, considering that the Tracksters’ highest standing on the podium was a hard-fought bronze which they have held for 6 years. The main reason for this [...]

Jersey Numbers and Sports Rituals

By , , on February 7, 2012

Ever wondered the reasons behind your favorite players’ number?

It’s a runner’s world

By , , on January 3, 2012

In 2011, Filipino men, women and children ran an estimated 39 million race kilometers.

No podium finish for Spikers

By , on December 6, 2011

THE ATENEO de Manila University was one of 47 participating schools in the 16th Philippine Sports Commission University Games (Unigames) held in Roxas City, Capiz. For the Blue and Lady Spikers, the tournament served as the final stage of preparation before both teams gear up for the upcoming UAAP volleyball. Lady Spikers In their first [...]

Unsung Heroes

By , on October 20, 2011

Basketball: Tonino Gonzaga By Ally M. Lim Late in the first quarter, while Kirk Long and Keifer Ravena sit on the bench after having started the game, is his time to shine. “When I come off the bench, I give energy to the team.  When I make good plays, it helps them feel energized and [...]

V-League tests Volleybelles’ mettle

By , on September 1, 2011

Last summer, 35 years of hunger was put to a halt. Five sets of well-played volleyball catapulted the Ateneo Lady Spikers to their first title in nearly three decades, with a win over Adamson in the first conference of the 2011 Shakey’s V-League. As defending champions, however, the addition of non-school teams competing in the [...]