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How 14-Year-Old BJ Williams Balances His Emerging Basketball Stardom, Giving Back and his Future with Gilas Pilipinas
BJ is the son of Filipino-Canadian, Dr. Annabelle Manalo-Morgan and former NFL player, Roydell Williams. He’s a rising star, an AAU World Champion, and he’s already been tapped to be one of the future players for the Philippines’ men’s national basketball team, Gilas Pilpinas.
FilAM Wide Receiver Johnny Wilson’s Journey to the NFL
In the upcoming NFL season, one Filipino-American will be going pro! Johnny Wilson, wide receiver, was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the sixth round, number 185 overall.
A Legacy Continues | FilAM Sebastian Margate's Triumph at the NBTC
Sebastian Margate is the only son of former basketball player Sunny Margate, aka “Mr. Intangible”, who played professional basketball in the Philippines from 1998 to the early 2000’s.
8 Top 15-Globally Ranked Filipino Pickleball Athletes to keep an eye on
Pickleball has more than 4.8 million participants worldwide and has grown by 39.3% in the last two years. Of course, tennis being such a popular sport in the Philippines, pickleball has also caught the interest of many Filipinos who have actually gone on to compete globally and have cracked the top 15 in rankings.
Heart over Height, From Basketball to Business | 10 Things to Know about Nikki Mungues
From basketball to business, Nikki Mungues has proven that nothing is impossible for a fearless Filipina. Despite wearing many hats, Nikki has made it her mission to foster confidence in others and empower them to be their best selves on the court, in the business world, and beyond. Here are a few of the many things to know about her and her incredible journey!
10 Things to Know About FilAm Pro Volleyball Player Kalei Mau
From conquering arenas internationally through her volleyball skills to populating the world with beautiful original music, there is no stopping this powerful Pinay. Here are some fun facts about her to get to know her better!
Dominic Nankil, the newest Filam Division 1 Quarterback
Meet Filipino American, Dominic Nankil, a true freshman playing the starting quarterback position at the University of San Diego (USD).
We have seen Filipinos in the NFL as dominant running backs, acrobatic wide receivers, and explosive defensive positions but we haven’t seen a Filipino quarterback… until now.
Hoops & Heritage | Filipino Canadian Basketball Player Matthew Wright’s Global Journey
From playing on the courts of Canada to conquering arenas across the globe, Matthew Wright has come a long way since the start of pursuing his passion for basketball. The game has taken him to places he never imagined he’d be. Through the ups and downs that come with chasing one's dreams, Matthew continues to rise.
10 Things to Know about Pro Golfer Allisen Corpuz
Allisen Corpuz is a professional golfer who competes on the Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Tour. By winning the 78th U.S. Women’s Open, Corpuz made history at the 2023 LPGA Tour! Corpuz was the first American to win the U.S. Women’s Open since Brittany Lang in 2016. Not to mention, she is the champion who took home the largest prize to date!
No Cap Recap | How Team Philippines Made History with their First Victory in the FIFA World Cup
How Team Philippines Made History with their First Victory in the FIFA World Cup.
10 Things To Know about Filipino Olympian EJ Obiena
EJ Obiena is a force to be reckoned with. This highly decorated pole vaulter has broken barriers left and right, making history multiple times, and accomplishing achievements in the most prestigious competitions in the world.
4 Filipinos Represented in the 2023 NBA Summer League
The 2023 National Basketball Association (NBA) Summer League just wrapped in Las Vegas, Nevada. There are plenty of Filipino fans around the world, and many of them were especially excited to see Filipinos representing in the 2023 Summer League: Kai Sotto with the Orlando Magic, Kihei Clark with the Utah Jazz, Kamaka Hepa with the New Orleans Pelicans, and Ron Harper Jr. with the Toronto Raptors.
What to know about Philippines National Team at the FIFA Women's World Cup in New Zealand
I love our country and how the Philippines has been knocking on doors and making their way onto the champions podium, showcasing untapped talent that the world isn’t ready for. Yet again, we are back with another huge milestone, the debut of the Manila Sun on the soccer world stage, the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup.
11 Things About FilAm MLB Rookie Anthony Volpe
Anthony Volpe is a 22 year old Filipino-American, professional baseball shortstop, selected by the New York Yankees in the first round as the 30th overall pick during the 2019 Major League Baseball (MLB) draft.
In honor of him rocking the #11 on his jersey, here are 11 facts about the New York Yankees rookie.
10 Things to Know About Rising FilAm Soccer Stars Alyssa and Gisele Thompson
The sister duo, Alyssa and Gisele Thompson, are taking the soccer world by storm! They hail from Studio City, California, and they have been dominating the sport not only on the local and national level, but internationally as well. They are continuing to push and shape the future of the sport. Both sisters not only play soccer for Harvard-Westlake High School, but they are also members of the United States Women’s National Soccer Team.
4 Rising FilAm Picks in 2023 NFL DRAFT SIGN ROOKIE Contracts
The National Football League (NFL) just wrapped up the 2023 draft. Upon conclusion, three Filipino-Americans signed rookie contracts: Zaire Barnes was drafted by the New York Jets, and both Nikko Remigio and Anthony Witherstone Jr. will be joining defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs.
First Ever Filipino NHL All-Star Jason Robertson
2022 was a great year for Filipino representation in the sports community. But have we seen a Filipino hockey phenom? Well look no further, the time is now and his name is Jason Robertson.