The women's basketball team scored a come-from-behind 78-74 win over Louisville in their Sweet Sixteen matchup. The move on to the Regional Finals (Elite Eight) and will face LSU.
The men's basketball team booked a Final Four ticket via an 83-73 victory over the Cardinals. They will meet eithet Kansas or Davidson in San Antonio next week.
It's good to be a Tar Heel basketball fan!
Sunday, March 30, 2008
Psycho T carries UNC to the Final Four
I had to fight off puyat from sleeping at 5am and waking up at 830am this morning to go to my lola's place to catch the Elite Eight games live over Solar Sports' BTV. I have SkyCable at home which doesn't carry the BTV and Solar Sports channels.
It was all worth it as I watched All-American Tyler Hansbrough show everyone why he is (and should be) US college basketball's player of the year. He singlehandedly willed North Carolina to a 83-73 Elite Eight victory over the Louisville Cardinals. The Tar Heels book their ticket to the Final Four in San Antonio next Sunday as the East Regional Champions.
The Tar Heel junior, who bears the nicknam Psycho T, scored 20 points in the second half, making clutch shot after clutch shot. In convecutive possesions late in the game, Hansbrough hit two 18-foot jumpers with the shotclock winding down and 6'11 Louisville center David Padgett's outstretched arms in his face.
He finished with game-highs of 28 points and 13 rebounds, and was named the East Region's MVP.
It was all worth it as I watched All-American Tyler Hansbrough show everyone why he is (and should be) US college basketball's player of the year. He singlehandedly willed North Carolina to a 83-73 Elite Eight victory over the Louisville Cardinals. The Tar Heels book their ticket to the Final Four in San Antonio next Sunday as the East Regional Champions.
The Tar Heel junior, who bears the nicknam Psycho T, scored 20 points in the second half, making clutch shot after clutch shot. In convecutive possesions late in the game, Hansbrough hit two 18-foot jumpers with the shotclock winding down and 6'11 Louisville center David Padgett's outstretched arms in his face.
He finished with game-highs of 28 points and 13 rebounds, and was named the East Region's MVP.
2008 NCAA East Regional Champions
All-American and National Player of the Year Tyler Hansbrough
Saturday, March 29, 2008
40 minutes of hell (and heaven)
Coming from Moro, it took us about 40 minutes to get out of Ateneo because of the traffic created by the college graduation ceremony.
If not for the many skimpy dresses and outfits the grads and their guests wore for the event, we would've been totally annoyed and bummed out.
Seriously, I've never seen so much skin in an official Ateneo function.
If not for the many skimpy dresses and outfits the grads and their guests wore for the event, we would've been totally annoyed and bummed out.
Seriously, I've never seen so much skin in an official Ateneo function.
Friday, March 28, 2008
UNC troops to the Elite 8
For the second straight year, North Carolina moves on to the Elite 8.
The Tar Heels, known for it's high-powered offense, displayed an excellent performance on defense, limiting the Cougars to 32% shooting en route to a 68-47 blowout victory. It's the third time in as many NCAA Tournament games that Carolina won by at least 20 points.
They will meet the Louisville Cardinals in the East Regional Finals this Sunday, also at the Charlotte Bobcats Arena where the Tar Heels are 7-0 all time.
The Tar Heels, known for it's high-powered offense, displayed an excellent performance on defense, limiting the Cougars to 32% shooting en route to a 68-47 blowout victory. It's the third time in as many NCAA Tournament games that Carolina won by at least 20 points.
They will meet the Louisville Cardinals in the East Regional Finals this Sunday, also at the Charlotte Bobcats Arena where the Tar Heels are 7-0 all time.
Thursday, March 27, 2008
And then there was light...
It seems there's light at the end of this long corporate tunnel.
Let's wait and see...
Let's wait and see...
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Cory and Cancer
Alright, so we all know that former President Cory Aquino is down with colon cancer.
So what?
I still can't fathom why the Aquino family has to release an official statement and hold some sort of a press conference. Yeah I know she was once a relevant and important figure in our country, but why the fuck is her family asking for public sympathy?
Some people just like to hog the national spotlight. Like mother, like daughter.
So what?
I still can't fathom why the Aquino family has to release an official statement and hold some sort of a press conference. Yeah I know she was once a relevant and important figure in our country, but why the fuck is her family asking for public sympathy?
Some people just like to hog the national spotlight. Like mother, like daughter.
Monday, March 24, 2008
Sweet Sixteen Carolina
For the second consecutive game, North Carolina unleashed its high-powered arsenal, topping the 100-point mark with plenty of time to spare. They scored 113 points in their first round win over Mount St. Mary's.
The top-seeded Tar Heels routed Arkansas, 108-77, to move on to the Sweet Sixteen. They will meet (4)Washington State at the East Regional semifinals this Friday at Charlotte.
Wayne Ellington topscored for the Heels (34-2) with 20 points on 67% shooting. Tywon Lawson added 19 points and 7 assists while All-American junior Tyler Hansbrough contributed 17 points and 10 rebounds.
The top-seeded Tar Heels routed Arkansas, 108-77, to move on to the Sweet Sixteen. They will meet (4)Washington State at the East Regional semifinals this Friday at Charlotte.
Wayne Ellington topscored for the Heels (34-2) with 20 points on 67% shooting. Tywon Lawson added 19 points and 7 assists while All-American junior Tyler Hansbrough contributed 17 points and 10 rebounds.
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Ateneo vs La Salle, the PBA edition
I caught the ADMU-DLSU fundraising game earlier. It pitted Ateneo's PBA players against their counterparts from La Salle.
I would've wanted an all-out war (ala UAAP) instead of the laidback exhibition ambience. It lacked the fierce competition you'd expect from an Ateneo-La Salle tussle. Nevertheless, both teams played well and the final score might have been the most appropriate outcome: a 90-all tie at the end of regulation.
I personally would've wanted an extension period to decide the victors, but yeah I think everyone would be fine with a draw. No winners, no losers. Just funds raised for a charitable cause.
Not sure how they made money though, judging from a sea of empty seats inside the Big Dome. I swear they should've let people inside (for free) if only to create a jampacked standing-room only atmosphere.
Good luck to the Blue Eagles pros for the upcoming PBA season.
One Big Fight!
I would've wanted an all-out war (ala UAAP) instead of the laidback exhibition ambience. It lacked the fierce competition you'd expect from an Ateneo-La Salle tussle. Nevertheless, both teams played well and the final score might have been the most appropriate outcome: a 90-all tie at the end of regulation.
I personally would've wanted an extension period to decide the victors, but yeah I think everyone would be fine with a draw. No winners, no losers. Just funds raised for a charitable cause.
Not sure how they made money though, judging from a sea of empty seats inside the Big Dome. I swear they should've let people inside (for free) if only to create a jampacked standing-room only atmosphere.
Good luck to the Blue Eagles pros for the upcoming PBA season.
One Big Fight!
West Virginia ousts Duke
A scrappy (7)West Virginia team outhustled a favored (2)Duke Blue Devil squad and knocked them out of the NCAA tournament, 73-67.
It's always a pleasure seeing Duke bow out of the tournament. As long as the Tar Heels go beyond the Blue Devils, I'll be popping a champagne.
Here's to all the Duke-haters...
Cheers!
It's always a pleasure seeing Duke bow out of the tournament. As long as the Tar Heels go beyond the Blue Devils, I'll be popping a champagne.
Here's to all the Duke-haters...
Cheers!
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Top-seeded Carolina rolls by Mount St. Mary's
Playing in front of an obviously pro-Tar Heel crowd at nearby Raleigh, North Carolina breezed past play-in winner (16)Mount St. Mary's, 113-74.
The RBC Center, home of the North Carolina State Wolfpack, their in-state rivals, will host the Tar Heels in the first two rounds of the East Regionals. The Raleigh site is a short drive away from their Chapel Hill campus. The regional semis and finals will also be in-state, at the Charlotte Bobcats Arena, should UNC advance.
All-American Tyler Hansbrough and Tywon Lawson each had 21 points for the Heels.
Their second round matchup will be against (9)Arkansas Razorbacks on Monday morning (Manila time). The Hogs upset Indiana in the first round.
The RBC Center, home of the North Carolina State Wolfpack, their in-state rivals, will host the Tar Heels in the first two rounds of the East Regionals. The Raleigh site is a short drive away from their Chapel Hill campus. The regional semis and finals will also be in-state, at the Charlotte Bobcats Arena, should UNC advance.
All-American Tyler Hansbrough and Tywon Lawson each had 21 points for the Heels.
Their second round matchup will be against (9)Arkansas Razorbacks on Monday morning (Manila time). The Hogs upset Indiana in the first round.
Friday, March 21, 2008
Holy Weekend
So it seems like it's going to be one boring weekend because of the Holy Week.
There's nothing to do and nowhere to go. There's no one to invite as a lot of people are out of town (or country) and KL is in HK 'til Monday. March Madness just started but SkyCable's not broadcasting any games (fuck you BTV). Worse? I have a presentation due on Monday and I don't think I'm even halfway done.
My only hope to save the weekend is that there would be enough people to play basketball tomorrow afternoon. My fingers are crossed.
There's nothing to do and nowhere to go. There's no one to invite as a lot of people are out of town (or country) and KL is in HK 'til Monday. March Madness just started but SkyCable's not broadcasting any games (fuck you BTV). Worse? I have a presentation due on Monday and I don't think I'm even halfway done.
My only hope to save the weekend is that there would be enough people to play basketball tomorrow afternoon. My fingers are crossed.
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
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Monday, March 17, 2008
March Madness 2008: North Carolina is #1
After capturing the league double (ACC regular season and postseason championship), North Carolina is heading into the NCAA Tournament as the overall number one seed.
Their reward?
They're staying in-state for the first four rounds of the Tournament (1st weekend at Raleigh; 2nd at Charlotte). They can book their ticket to the Final Four in San Antonio without leaving the friendly confines of North Carolina.
Their reward?
They're staying in-state for the first four rounds of the Tournament (1st weekend at Raleigh; 2nd at Charlotte). They can book their ticket to the Final Four in San Antonio without leaving the friendly confines of North Carolina.
Finance team at UP Ayala
Had to wake up extra early today to facilitate the Finance strategic planning session at the UP Ayala site.
I was only supposed to co-facilitate since I'm spent from doing two planning sessions within a three-day span (including an out-of-town overnighter). But the main person backed out at the last minute so I'm left with no other choice.
I enjoy doing this stuff but I'm just way too tired.
I was only supposed to co-facilitate since I'm spent from doing two planning sessions within a three-day span (including an out-of-town overnighter). But the main person backed out at the last minute so I'm left with no other choice.
I enjoy doing this stuff but I'm just way too tired.
(1)Carolina wins the ACC Championship
North Carolina beat the Clemson Tigers for the third time this season, 86-81. The Tar Heels showed enough endgame poise to ward off a Clemson comeback, taking with them their second straight ACC Tournament Championship, their 17th overall.
Sophomore stud Wayne Ellington scored 24 points on 10 of 13 shooting, while All-American junior Tyler Hansbrough finished with 18 points and 11 rebounds. Hansbrough was named the tournament's MVP.
Ellington is averaging 29.3 PPG in the three games against Clemson this season.
This win should all but seal Carolina's number one overall seed coming into next week's NCAA Tournament.
Sophomore stud Wayne Ellington scored 24 points on 10 of 13 shooting, while All-American junior Tyler Hansbrough finished with 18 points and 11 rebounds. Hansbrough was named the tournament's MVP.
Ellington is averaging 29.3 PPG in the three games against Clemson this season.
This win should all but seal Carolina's number one overall seed coming into next week's NCAA Tournament.
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Psycho T's gamewinning putback
Catch UNC All-American Tyler Hansbrough hit the gamewinner over Virginia Tech, sending the Tar Heels to the ACC Championship game. They will be defending their title against a peaking Clemson team.
Enjoy US college basketball's player of the year at his finest.
Enjoy US college basketball's player of the year at his finest.
Minnesota Miracle
Down by one, 57-58, with 1.5 seconds remaining, Minnesota needed a miracle.
A miracle they will indeed get. Blake Hoffarber caught a 75-foot inbounds pass, spun around, and released a nice left-handed floater to beat the buzzer for an improbable 59-58 upset win over (22)Indiana.
Enjoy.
If you don't like this, you don't like college basketball.
A miracle they will indeed get. Blake Hoffarber caught a 75-foot inbounds pass, spun around, and released a nice left-handed floater to beat the buzzer for an improbable 59-58 upset win over (22)Indiana.
Enjoy.
If you don't like this, you don't like college basketball.
(1)UNC reaches ACC tourney final
I missed two Carolina games over the weekend as I was in Batangas for an official IBM activity. Nevertheless, I'm elated to find out that the top-ranked Tar Heels move on to the ACC Tournament Finals with wins over Florida State (82-70) and Virginia Tech (68-66). They will meet the Clemson Tigers for the ACC postseason championship.
Clemson had two overtime losses versusNorth Carolina this season, while leading for much of the games. I'm hoping the third meeting is not a charm for the surging Tigers. They upset (7)Duke in theit semis matchup to reach the final.
Tipoff is on Monday, 1am Manila time, broadcast over ESPN. No way I'm missing it.
Clemson had two overtime losses versusNorth Carolina this season, while leading for much of the games. I'm hoping the third meeting is not a charm for the surging Tigers. They upset (7)Duke in theit semis matchup to reach the final.
Tipoff is on Monday, 1am Manila time, broadcast over ESPN. No way I'm missing it.
IT goes to Calaca
I just came back from an exhausting but super fun, off-site, overnight strategic planning session with Center IT. For the second straight year, the IT folks had chosen Batangas as our destination. This time it was in mountainous Calaca town, which had a Tagaytay-like ambience (last year was at seaside Calatagan).
I would have to admit that Center IT probably holds the best planning sessions in MDC. They're absolutely off the chains.
I would have to admit that Center IT probably holds the best planning sessions in MDC. They're absolutely off the chains.
Friday, March 14, 2008
UNC's Green serves a facial over Duke's Paulus
North Carolina's Danny Green slams one over Greg Paulus on Duke's Senior Night last Sunday.
Green had his nuts literally on the Duke guard's mouth, as he went for the thunderous throwdown.
Paulus just got owned pretty bad.
If you don't like this, you don't like Carolina basketball!
Green had his nuts literally on the Duke guard's mouth, as he went for the thunderous throwdown.
Paulus just got owned pretty bad.
If you don't like this, you don't like Carolina basketball!
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
Just turned 2 (in IBM years)
I'm officially on my first week in my third year here in IBM. My IBM anniversary date is March 9. I sincerely hope and pray that I will still be here to start my fourth year in 2009.
Hmm...
Hmm...
Let's Groove tonight!!!
When I found out Earth Wind and Fire was coming to Manila for a concert, something told me I needed to go. I watched them at the Philsports Complex (formerly known as ULTRA) the last time they came to town back in 1997 (or 98). It was a no-brainer. I just had to see them again last night.
The show was good, nothing great though. They started out bad in my opinion, opening up with four songs unknown to most of the crowd. Then they lit it up with consecutive hits, "After The Love Has Gone" and "Reasons". They followed with a few more what-song-are-they-singing numbers. They saved the best for last as they supposedly ended with "September" then they came back out for an encore performance of "Boogie Wonderland" and "Let's Groove".
If only they arranged the song sequence a little better, I think it would've made the crowd pumped up from the beginning. Still, Filipinos are known to be great fans, and despite the rough start, we still showed EWF how Pinoys party.
The show was good, nothing great though. They started out bad in my opinion, opening up with four songs unknown to most of the crowd. Then they lit it up with consecutive hits, "After The Love Has Gone" and "Reasons". They followed with a few more what-song-are-they-singing numbers. They saved the best for last as they supposedly ended with "September" then they came back out for an encore performance of "Boogie Wonderland" and "Let's Groove".
If only they arranged the song sequence a little better, I think it would've made the crowd pumped up from the beginning. Still, Filipinos are known to be great fans, and despite the rough start, we still showed EWF how Pinoys party.
Monday, March 10, 2008
Gossip Girl, Manila style
Someone sent me this blog and it's too interesting to pass up. It's Gossip Girl and Soozyhopper rolled into one.
Enjoy!
xoxo
http://delfindjmontano.blogspot.com
Enjoy!
xoxo
http://delfindjmontano.blogspot.com
Sunday, March 09, 2008
Carolina spoils another Duke Senior Night
All eyes were on the state of North Carolina as it featured US college basketball's (and perhaps college sports') greatest rivalry.
Welcome to another Duke-UNC game, but this time there's more than just pride on the line. Number five Duke hosted top-ranked Carolina for the ACC regular season championship and a potential number one seed in the NCAA tournament later this month.
North Carolina used a 10-0 run in the final minutes to seal the 76-88 win, spoil yet another Duke Senior Night, while clinching the ACC regular season championship. Duke was held scoreless for the last five-and-a-half minutes of the game.
It was another gloomy end for another Duke senior, as captain and leading scorer DeMarcus Nelson had a poor outing with 6 points on 3 of 12 shooting. A couple of years ago, Duke's inside-outside duo of Shelden Williams and JJ Redick also lost to UNC on their Senior Night.
Danny Green led the Heels with 18 points and 7 blocks while All-American Tyler Hansbrough had 16 points and 15 rebounds.
Welcome to another Duke-UNC game, but this time there's more than just pride on the line. Number five Duke hosted top-ranked Carolina for the ACC regular season championship and a potential number one seed in the NCAA tournament later this month.
North Carolina used a 10-0 run in the final minutes to seal the 76-88 win, spoil yet another Duke Senior Night, while clinching the ACC regular season championship. Duke was held scoreless for the last five-and-a-half minutes of the game.
It was another gloomy end for another Duke senior, as captain and leading scorer DeMarcus Nelson had a poor outing with 6 points on 3 of 12 shooting. A couple of years ago, Duke's inside-outside duo of Shelden Williams and JJ Redick also lost to UNC on their Senior Night.
Danny Green led the Heels with 18 points and 7 blocks while All-American Tyler Hansbrough had 16 points and 15 rebounds.
Thursday, March 06, 2008
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
UNC back on top
As expected, North Carolina regained the top ranking in both the AP and ESPN polls after spending the first 10 weeks at number one.
Tennessee, which held the top spot last week after upsetting then undefeated Memphis, fell three slots to fourth with their loss to (16)Vanderbilt.
Expect a powerhouse ACC regular season-ending clash this weekend, with (5)Duke hosting (1)North Carolina on Senior Night at Durham. Winner will most likely take a number one seed heading into the NCAA Tournament.
Tennessee, which held the top spot last week after upsetting then undefeated Memphis, fell three slots to fourth with their loss to (16)Vanderbilt.
Expect a powerhouse ACC regular season-ending clash this weekend, with (5)Duke hosting (1)North Carolina on Senior Night at Durham. Winner will most likely take a number one seed heading into the NCAA Tournament.
Monday, March 03, 2008
Sunday, March 02, 2008
Zero is Nil
Despite Coca-Cola Bottlers Philippines' overwhelming marketing campaign, Coke Zero and regular Coke are still worlds apart.
Coke Zero's taste doesn't even come close to the proven flavor of the regular variant.
Regular Coke > Coke Light > Coke Zero
Coke Zero's taste doesn't even come close to the proven flavor of the regular variant.
Regular Coke > Coke Light > Coke Zero
Tar Heels over Eagles
Showing tremendous poise, (3)North Carolina rose from the dead to turn back upset-minded Boston College, 90-80.
Carolina (27-2, 12-2 ACC) was looking for its sixth straight win since losing to heated rivals Duke, but BC's Tyrese Rice has other plans in mind. He scored 46 points anchored on 8 of 12 shooting from rainbow territory to carry the Eagles to double-digit leads for much of the game.
The Tar Heels used a 32-8 run to turn a 17-point deficit into a 76-69 lead in a span of 11 minutes.
Tyler Hansbrough, UNC's All-American junior, topscored for the Heels with 25 points.
With topranked Tennessee losing to (16)Vanderbilt last week, expect North Carolina to snatch the number 1 ranking when tomorrow's polls are released.
Carolina (27-2, 12-2 ACC) was looking for its sixth straight win since losing to heated rivals Duke, but BC's Tyrese Rice has other plans in mind. He scored 46 points anchored on 8 of 12 shooting from rainbow territory to carry the Eagles to double-digit leads for much of the game.
The Tar Heels used a 32-8 run to turn a 17-point deficit into a 76-69 lead in a span of 11 minutes.
Tyler Hansbrough, UNC's All-American junior, topscored for the Heels with 25 points.
With topranked Tennessee losing to (16)Vanderbilt last week, expect North Carolina to snatch the number 1 ranking when tomorrow's polls are released.
Saturday, March 01, 2008
Massacre at Moro
So I played ball last night instead of watching Ne-Yo. I said it's like the worst tradeoff.
But I had a splendid all-around game and my team went 5-0. It was murder from the start. Hearing that Ne-Yo performed for just an hour, I think I didn't miss much.
It wasn't that bad of a tradeoff after all.
But I had a splendid all-around game and my team went 5-0. It was murder from the start. Hearing that Ne-Yo performed for just an hour, I think I didn't miss much.
It wasn't that bad of a tradeoff after all.
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