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The Rise of Jerwin Ancajas: The Silent Champion
The Quiet Warrior of the Ring In a country known for producing fiery, crowd-drawing boxing heroes like Manny Pacquiao and Nonito Donaire, Jerwin Ancajas stands out not because he’s loud — but because he lets his fists do the talking. Nicknamed the “Pretty Boy,” Ancajas quietly climbed the ranks of global boxing and became one of the longest-reigning Filipino world champions in modern times.
By John Wick8 months ago in Unbalanced
From Farm to Arena: The Journey of a Fighting Rooster in Rural Philippines
More Than Just a Sport In rural Philippines, fighting rooster, cockfighting — locally known as sabong — is not just a weekend pastime. It is a deeply embedded cultural tradition that brings together communities, showcases the skills of breeders and handlers, and provides livelihood opportunities for thousands. But behind every victorious rooster in the arena is a long, meticulous journey — from the farm where it hatches to the cockpit where it fights for glory.
By John Wick8 months ago in Unbalanced
After Slow Start, John Jay Overpowers Lakeland/Panas
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons or my venmo is : @Rich-Monetti On Tuesday May 6, John Jay traveled to Walter Panas and faced the 3-7 Lakeland/Panas Rebels. So only holding a 4-3 halftime lead was a little surprising. “We were not feeling great,” said Dillon Hall, and intermission meant some reengagement.
By Rich Monetti8 months ago in Unbalanced
Why the Perfect Pass is a Myth: Do This for Better Basketball Plays
As a basketball player, I've discovered that a high basketball IQ is key to success. It's not just about making great shots or having exceptional dribbling skills. It's about being able to read the game and make smart decisions. To become a smarter basketball player, focus on improving your basketball IQ through practice and dedication.
By Hooper Fiko8 months ago in Unbalanced
What Went Wrong: You Reap What You Sow
Karma's a bitch, Dallas. Not as big of a bitch as your coach, though. The Dallas Stars' 2025 playoff run saw the referees do everything possible to make sure they got far. In Round 1, they handed out power plays to Dallas in the same fashion that Oprah was handing out cars, falling for every dive and acting job the stars committed, while actual penalties against Dallas went ignored. Round 2 was more of the same, though it also helped Dallas that Connor Hellebuyck was in Jekyll and Hyde mode in that six-game series.
By Clyde E. Dawkins8 months ago in Unbalanced
Top 10 Filipino Basketball Players of All Time
Introduction: Celebrating Legends on the Hardcourt Basketball is more than just a sport in the Philippines — it’s a national obsession. From street corners to massive arenas, Filipinos breathe basketball like it’s part of their DNA. Over the decades, the country has produced exceptional talent — players whose names evoke passion, pride, and unforgettable memories.
By John Wick8 months ago in Unbalanced
Sabong and the Filipino Identity: A Cultural Deep Dive
More Than Just a Blood Sport SABONG: In the heart of the Philippine countryside — and even in urban backstreets — a familiar sound echoes: the loud cheer of a crowd, the flapping of wings, and the sharp clang of metal. This is sabong, the traditional Filipino cockfight — a practice deeply embedded in the nation’s culture, history, and collective identity.
By John Wick8 months ago in Unbalanced
John Jay Comes Together for Brooke D'Aleo Memorial Game
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons below or my venmo is : @Rich-Monetti On Wednesday May 7, John Jay faced North Salem in the Brooke D'Aleo Memorial Game, and beforehand, Coach Steve DelMoro gave voice to the Never Give Up -T-shirts that both teams wore. “She fought, she fought and she fought again,” he said. But her tenacity wasn’t the only thing that the softball player left behind.
By Rich Monetti8 months ago in Unbalanced
24 Championships in Row, Somers Track Keeps it Together
Please see tip, pledge and subscribe buttons below or my venmo is : @Rich-Monetti Somers Crowd Photos On Saturday May 3, the high school hosted the annual Lion’s Club Track Meet, and the Tuskers were obviously ready to run. But not one Somers runner needed to cross the finish line, because they were all winners already.
By Rich Monetti8 months ago in Unbalanced
A Look at the 1957 Detroit Lions
We are relatively close to another NFL season; the Schedule Release is that last key NFL date during the offseason before the Hall of Fame Game (the first NFL preseason game) starts. This year marks a milestone, as the Super Bowl will turn 60 this season. I had been meaning to do more in-depth looks at NFL championship runs, and the first one I wrote was about the Chicago Cardinals' 1947 run to their most recent championship to date--the longest current championship drought in pro sports.
By Clyde E. Dawkins8 months ago in Unbalanced
A brain dump at 2:16 pm-
hello,hi,hello,greetings and salutations. my brain is on a million- the one thing that i truly hate (besides the stereotypical things) about being a teenager is that i literally have no emotional regulation. and it can be pretty frustrating. and no one really cares. they just assume that you have no self control and are just a bad kid?
By Jay Gonzalez8 months ago in Unbalanced
