Drex "T-Rex" Zamboanga, 27, of the Philippines was one of the winners at “ONE: A New Breed” in Bangkok. The Filipino mixed martial artist earned his first victory in the Singapore-based martial arts promotion ONE Championship. Featuring three MMA and four Muay Thai fights, “ONE: A New Breed” took place in Bangkok on August 28, 2020. … Continue reading Philippines’ Drex Zamboanga earns 1st ONE Championship win, submits Detchadin Sorsirisuphathin at ‘ONE: A New Breed’ in Thailand
Monte’ Athletics is UCFC’s official kit supplier in 2020; Merchandise available on Lazada
Based in Antipolo, Rizal, Philippines, sportswear store Monté Athletics will be the official kit supplier of United City Football Club for the 2020 season. This was recently announced by the Filipino professional football club's co-founder Eric Gottschalk. “I’m very happy to announce that Monte’ Athletics will be the official kit supplier of UCFC for the … Continue reading Monte’ Athletics is UCFC’s official kit supplier in 2020; Merchandise available on Lazada
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Kobe Bryant honored by Nike Philippines, graffiti trio ARAL Cru
In August 2020, Nike Philippines honored Kobe Bryant with Mamba Week, featuring two murals by ARAL Cru in Metro Manila. The first mural, facing Araneta Coliseum, captures Bryant's essence. The second mural symbolizes new beginnings, showcasing his iconic jersey numbers and emphasizing continuous improvement. The initiative celebrates Bryant's legacy and impact.
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PhilPop Songwriting Festival 2020 finalists from Visayas, Mindanao announced
The Philippines’ premier songwriting competition PhilPop has officially unveiled its top six finalists from the Visayas and Mindanao cluster. With #MusicBreakingBorders as its newest tagline, the music institution sets its sights in promoting top-notch Filipino compositions on a scale that has never been done before, which is by going global and forging regional ties. Carefully … Continue reading PhilPop Songwriting Festival 2020 finalists from Visayas, Mindanao announced
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After heading Bhutan National Team, Trevor Morgan is new UCFC head coach
Trevor James Morgan was appointed by the Bhutan Football Federation as the head coach for the Bhutan national football team in 2018. Recently, the decorated British-Australian football manager was chosen as the new head coach of the Filipino professional football club United City Football Club. "I cannot wait to get onto the training field with … Continue reading After heading Bhutan National Team, Trevor Morgan is new UCFC head coach
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Toto Mangudadatu biography: 13 things about politician from Maguindanao, Philippines
Toto Mangudadatu, Mylene Mangudadatu All eyes were on Esmael "Toto" Gaguil Mangudadatu in late 2009. His family and supporters were the victims in the Maguindanao massacre, which is also known as the Ampatuan massacre. Mangudadatu was the mayor of Buluan, Maguindanao, Philippines from 2003 to 2007 and the town's vice mayor from 2007 to 2010. On November … Continue reading Toto Mangudadatu biography: 13 things about politician from Maguindanao, Philippines
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Mark Striegl from Baguio to Las Vegas to ‘UFC on ESPN 15’ bout with Timur Valiev
Mark "Mugen" Striegl, 32, is currently the only Filipino mixed martial artist signed with the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Amid strict travel restrictions due to the new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, he traveled from Baguio City, Philippines to Las Vegas, Nevada, United States to pursue one of his dreams, which is to fight in the UFC. The … Continue reading Mark Striegl from Baguio to Las Vegas to ‘UFC on ESPN 15’ bout with Timur Valiev
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Team Lakay’s Joshua Pacio enjoys mountain biking in Baguio City, Philippines
Reigning ONE Strawweight World Champion Joshua “The Passion” Pacio, 24, is one of the ONE Championship stars training at Team Lakay in La Trinidad, Benguet, Philippines. He recently took up his team's pastime of mountain biking and now a handful of his teammates regularly hit the dirt roads to experience the fun and excitement of this … Continue reading Team Lakay’s Joshua Pacio enjoys mountain biking in Baguio City, Philippines
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Amir Aliakbari vows to smash Brandon Vera brutally in ONE Championship
Reigning ONE Heavyweight World Champion Brandon “The Truth” Vera, 42, of the Philippines has successfully defended his belt twice. He knocked out Hideki "Shrek" Sekine, 47, of Japan in 2016 and Mauro "The Hammer" Cerilli, 37, of Italy in 2018. Amir Aliakbari, 32, of Tehran, Iran recently joined ONE Championship's heavyweight division and he wants … Continue reading Amir Aliakbari vows to smash Brandon Vera brutally in ONE Championship
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Denice Zamboanga leaves Fairtex, trains in Bangkok, Thailand with Drex Zamboanga, Fritz Biagtan during COVID-19 pandemic
The new coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is not slowing Denice “The Menace” Zamboanga, 23, down. The ONE Championship athlete from the Philippines has left Fairtex Training Center in Pattaya, Thailand and moved to Bangkok, Thailand to pursue her own ventures. While at Fairtex, Zamboanga trained with ONE Atomweight Muay Thai World Champion Stamp Fairtex, Nat “Wondergirl Fairtex” … Continue reading Denice Zamboanga leaves Fairtex, trains in Bangkok, Thailand with Drex Zamboanga, Fritz Biagtan during COVID-19 pandemic
