Sports

Home of the Mindanawon Athlete. From the hardcourts of Cagayan de Oro to the boxing rings of General Santos and the football fields of Bukidnon, we bring you the most comprehensive Mindanao local sports news. Whether it’s the intense competition of the Northern Mindanao Regional Athletic Association (NMRAA), the grassroots pride of Batang Pinoy, or professional updates on Mindanao’s top pugilists and cagers, our coverage celebrates the grit and talent of our local sports heroes. Stay tuned for live scores, in-depth player features, and exclusive tournament recaps across the island.

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National boxing coach Elmer Pamisa standing proudly alongside boxer Carlo Paalam as they hold the gold medal trophy at the Eindhoven Box Cup in the Netherlands.

Cagayan de Oro

Paalam eyes LA 2028 after Eindhoven Gold

Olympian Carlo Paalam announced his return to the ring with a gold medal performance at the Eindhoven Box Cup, beginning his journey toward a third Olympic appearance in 2028.

Jun 8, 2026000

The Region 10 Mas Asenso NorMin Stars delegation marching on the stadium track and field during the opening parade of the 2026 Palarong Pambansa in Agusan del Sur.

Cagayan de Oro

Normin Stars clinches 7th overall in Palaro Pambansa 2026

The Mas Asenso NorMin Stars secured seventh place overall at the 2026 Palarong Pambansa with an 89-medal haul. High school division athletes led the delegation by finishing in the category's Top 5.

Jun 2, 2026000

Wide shot of the crowded sports complex stadium during the Palarong Pambansa 2026 opening ceremony in Agusan del Sur.

Feature

Agusan del Sur opens Palarong Pambansa '26 with historic, tech-driven showcase

Agusan del Sur launches a tech-driven Palarong Pambansa 2026 opening ceremony, featuring drone light shows, tight logistics, and top entertainment.

May 29, 2026000

National

E-sports: The new employment driver

Feb 5, 2026000

Cagayan de Oro

Oro hosts 4th National Bowling Classic

Jan 20, 2026000

Cagayan de Oro

Oro’s loss, GenSan’s gain: Pacman team dominates Mayor Klarex chess tilt

Former Cagayan de Oro ace Johnnel Balquin returned to his old stomping grounds on Saturday night, leading the General Santos-based Pacman team to a decisive victory in the local chess team competition.

Dec 23, 2025000

News

NM Florendo clinches blitz chess title in Oro

NATIONAL Master Joey Albert Florendo of Zamboanga City outmaneuvered a crowded field of 122 woodpushers to clinch the Christmas Open blitz chess title Saturday night, Dec. 20, at the City Tourism Hall.

Dec 23, 2025000