A Dynasty Built on Brotherhood — What Drives the Season 87 Green Batters
Three seasons. Three Finals appearances. Two championships. That’s not just a team anymore, that’s a dynasty.
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The Year of The MongolZ: Asia's Greatest Team
Who else can say that they have the first Mongolian HLTV MVP.? Or that they are the first Asian team in history to reach the Playoffs of a Major? Or even have a real-life graffiti commemorating their success?
Only The MongolZ. The greatest Asian Counter-Strike team of all time.
Only The MongolZ. The greatest Asian Counter-Strike team of all time.
The Impossible Dream of Nikola "NiKo" Kovač
Boston 2018. Stockholm 2021. Copenhagen 2024. Shanghai 2024.
The four most heartbreaking defeats of Nikola “NiKo” Kovač’s career at Counter-Strike Majors. Every time, you’d think it was finally the tournament for him to win his crown. The one thing lacking in his trophy cabinet. Yet, Major after Major, NiKo’s greatest dream eludes him.
The four most heartbreaking defeats of Nikola “NiKo” Kovač’s career at Counter-Strike Majors. Every time, you’d think it was finally the tournament for him to win his crown. The one thing lacking in his trophy cabinet. Yet, Major after Major, NiKo’s greatest dream eludes him.
The Second Age of Natus Vincere
There will always be those that doubt and try to undermine their success, especially coming off a humbling result at one of the biggest tournaments of the year. But even then, it’s crystal clear that we are now in a new age of Natus Vincere — and they always find a way to bounce back.
The Kevin Quiambao Era
Back-to-back MVP awards, back-to-back Finals appearances, and of course, the first championship in seven years. Not bad for not perfect.
Kings of the Blacktop: Green Archers Poised to Create More History in Title-defending Season
“You can expect a team that’s going to fight hard. We hope to see you guys and we’re going to fight so hard for you guys because you supported us. Animo La Salle.”
DLSU MLBB Team Sets Sights on Bringing Championship Pedigree to the UAAP
“Our legacy, wish ko, actually hope ko na mag-champion kami every tournament, every UAAP of course. Maging part kami ng legacy ng La Salle sa UAAP. Just to be recognized by the school and to make our families and our parents proud. That’s it.”
What does cadiaN still bring to the table?
From multi-team journeyman to one of the heroes of the online era, Casper “cadiaN” Møller’s seen it all in his career. He was counted out once, yet he came back from it and shattered all expectations. Who’s to say he won’t do that again?
DLSU’s Valorant Team Aims to Establish a New Legacy in Debut UAAP Esports Tournament
“Just because you have the skill to win, does not necessarily mean you will win.” — Xavier “xavi8k” Juan
The Triumphant Return of Stewie2K
He walked into Dallas carrying the hope of a nation on his shoulders once again and came out with the championship story of a lifetime.
This is the triumphant return of Jake “Stewie2K” Yip.
This is the triumphant return of Jake “Stewie2K” Yip.
Through the Years: Intel Extreme Masters in Counter-Strike
There’s something about tournaments in CS that just captivates you no matter what, even just by mentioning the name. For ESL, their flagship ESL Pro League is a monthlong spectacle that many tune into season after season. BLAST’s Final events throughout each portion of the calendar year create storylines that drive the hype up until the World Final in December. But when it’s time for Intel Extreme Masters, everything feels like it’s on a whole other level.
Too Good: Reflecting on KSCERATO's Six Years With FURIA
Six years ago, FURIA added an 18-year-old Brazilian rifler to their competitive lineup. A Major semi-final appearance, two ESL Pro League podiums, three top-tier online titles, and four consecutive top-20 placings on HLTV’s year-end rankings later, that youngster-turned-superstar has been the organization’s best player through all the highs and lows. So where did it all begin?
From Rookie Lefty to Mr. MVP— Joshua Pineda’s Two Years on Top
His legacy will always come back down to his last two years of DLSU baseball, one that paints him as an incredible athlete, a respected teammate, and a young man who would make any father — especially his own — proud beyond measurement.
Lakad Matatag, Salazar: The Hope of a Lost Region
What happens when you become an overnight sensation for a once-obsessed region that, despite facing a steep climb to get the scene back to what it once was, has never lost its love for Counter-Strike?
That’s exactly where Jason “salazar” Salazar finds himself now.
That’s exactly where Jason “salazar” Salazar finds himself now.
Making the Dream a Legacy: Green Booters take the fight to Season 86
“I want to break the legacy of coach Alvin Ocampo na sila ‘yung last batch na nag-champion (1998). I want to break that and have that achievement or badge that I could face Coach Alvin and say ‘hindi na kayo ang last batch, kami na ang last batch’. It gives fuel and motivation to me na sobrang tagal ng La Salle na hindi nananalo and they deserve that gold medal, especially the community.”
From Nazareth’s Finest to King Archer: The Rise of Kevin Quiambao
“In my opinion, Kevin’s a great teammate to have. He’s the hardest worker on the team and I think it rubs off to every one of us. There’s a reason why he’s the MVP. GOAT.” — Francis Escandor.
Pursuing the Gentle Art with a Fiery Heart: Lady Judokas ready to embark on bounce-back season
“Judo is not only a martial art, but it is a way of life — of how we do things on the mat and outside the mat.” —Lady Judokas’ captain Yvonne Aragon.
Chasing Ten: Green Archers primed to translate their ‘preseason of promise’ into a Season 86…
“Championship? Championship.”
It started with a kiss: Implications of Spain football chief’s controversial act
Arguably the biggest FIFA Women’s World Cup of all time is now marred by a single act that lasted just one second, but will be remembered forever in infamy.
Meet Sam ‘Nemesis’ Rivera: Cebu’s krump star
Whether or not she brings home the crown, Sam 'Nemesis' Rivera says she’ll ‘still keep on dancing’ and ‘push the movement’ of krumping in Cebu.
Tallest, talented Gilas Pilipinas ready for FIBA World Cup show
Take a look at Gilas Pilipinas' final 12-man roster and what each player brings to the table for the FIBA World Cup.
Lord Aragorn de Vera: The Future of the Diamond
Whether you are new to the sport of baseball or already a lifelong fan, it is impossible to overlook the impact brought by the De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Batters’ very own Lord Aragorn de Vera each time he takes to the diamond.
Manuel Cruel: The Lasallian Minister of Defense
What could any individual possibly have achieved to earn such high praise from his fellow teammate? It is entirely possible that the overflowing compliments came after being such a strong locker room voice, an undeniable inspiration on the pitch, or even just being an exceptional leader and reliable friend. With Manuel Cruel, it’s all of those things.
Viridis Arcus Foncé: An AllG S3 Red Ribbon for Taft’s ‘WeBelieve’ Team
Though the Alliance Games championship escaped their grasp once more, the fact that they made it to the AllG Finals simply cannot be overlooked. VA defeated all the teams that stood in their way in the previous Split, and with a silver medal under their belt one can hardly be questioned for believing that the League of Legends crown will be going home to Taft in the near future.
Mo Almohjili: Booter, Captain, King
If there were a Men’s Football 'King Archer' equivalent the crown would undoubtedly belong to Almohjili. As his collegiate career enters its twilight, Mo will be remembered by the Lasallian faithful as a proud Green Booter, dedicated captain, and king of the midfield.
Fernando Alonso: A Relic Restored
A lot can be said about Fernando Alonso, many marvel at his unique driving ability, others his capacity to extract every single millisecond out of the car, or his race-craft honed over decades of experience. In the end, its his longevity that is a true testament to his greatness in the sport. His swift ascent to the top, sharp free-fall down the order, and now steady rise back to the highs he once enjoyed make Fernando Alonso’s journey truly one of a kind.
Swinging into Action: Green Tennisters eager to make a mark in UAAP S85
Four long years in the making, the time has finally come for the De La Salle University (DLSU) Green Tennisters to grace UAAP competition once again. Captain Francis Andrade shares that he feels a sense of excitement within the team, given that majority of his players are yet to make their debuts this Season 85.
Going for Gold: The Green Batters’ hunt for back-to-back titles
“Hindi namin alam ‘yung salitang ‘pagod’.”
Austin Reaves: The Los Angeles Lakers’ Unsung Hero
When you think of the Los Angeles Lakers, some of the greatest players in the history of basketball instantly come to mind. The likes of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Magic Johnson, Shaquille O’Neal, Kobe Bryant, and LeBron James have all been instrumental in turning the City of Angels into champions. While the league’s superstars grace the front covers time after time, they definitely couldn’t have done it without any help.
Behind each star is a supporting cast that isn’t afraid to do the dirty work —
Behind each star is a supporting cast that isn’t afraid to do the dirty work —
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