Cebu City Sports Center track oval to undergo renovation… again

Glandale Rosal 11/08/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines – The Cebu City Sports Center (CCSC) has announced the temporary closure of its rubberized track oval for long-awaited renovations, beginning on November 13, 2024.  The decision, announced via Facebook by CCSC management on…

Sydney Marathon is seventh world marathon major

11/04/2024

Sydney, Australia–Sydney was elevated to the World Marathon Majors on Monday, November 4, 2024, joining the likes of London, New York and Boston at the pinnacle of global distance racing. Its confirmation as the seventh member of the…

UC men’s, USC women’s teams rule CESAFI athletics meet

Glendale G. Rosal 10/21/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—As expected, the University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters’ men’s athletics team and the University of San Carlos (USC) Warriors’ women’s squad claimed the championship titles at the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) athletics meet…

USC, UC top day one of CESAFI athletics meet

Glendale G. Rosal 10/20/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The University of San Carlos (USC) Warriors’ women’s team and the University of Cebu (UC) Webmasters’ men’s team made a strong start in the Cebu Schools Athletic Foundation, Inc. (CESAFI) athletics meet, leading…

LSD run: The benefits in Long Slow Distance running

CDN Digital 09/29/2024

Long Slow Distance (LSD) running is a key training method for athletes, especially long-distance runners, seeking to build endurance and improve overall performance.  Unlike high-intensity workouts, LSD focuses on maintaining a steady, manageable pace over an extended…

Asia Paraase: A Cebuana runner on the right track

Immae Lachica 07/17/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—It was as if a noise cancellation device was put into Asia Paraase’s ears as she crossed the finish line en route to bagging the first gold medal in the Palarong Pambansa 2024. All she…

How the sport of running helped these individuals

Immae Lachica 06/05/2024

BADIAN, CEBU— On your marks, get set, go! To all running enthusiasts, athletes, running junkies and those wanting to get into this fitness journey, this is your day. Today, June 5, is Global Running Day, which is…

Beyond the finish line: Why it’s not easy being a runner

Brian J. Ochoa 05/06/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines–The sight of a runner crossing the finish line with a triumphant smile can often mask the struggles and challenges they endure in a race.  While spectators witness the physical prowess and determination on display,…

Beijing half marathon: Organizers to investigate Chinese runner’s controversial win

04/16/2024

  Beijing, China—Beijing half marathon organizers said they are investigating a widely shared video online that appeared to show three African runners deliberately allowing China’s He Jie to win. Video clips of Sunday’s race showed the Kenyans…

Naga City to host CVIRAA athletics event 

Glendale G. Rosal 04/03/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Central Visayas Regional Athletic Association (CVIRAA) meet scheduled in Cebu City from May 4-9, will have a major change in one of its venues. Cebu City Sports Commission (CCSC) Chairman John Pages…

The colorful and inspiring life of Cebu’s ‘Duster King’

Dale Rosal 03/22/2024

CEBU CITY, Philippines—Cebu’s active running scene is filled with individuals who stand out. One of them is Leonecel Arban, popularly known as the “Duster King.” Arban, a native of Alcoy town, south Cebu, is widely known for…

Kelvin Kiptum, World marathon record holder, dies in car crash 

02/12/2024

Nairobi, Kenya—World marathon record holder Kelvin Kiptum and his coach Gervais Hakizimana died in a car crash in western Kenya that left a third passenger injured, police said Sunday. The 24-year-old was driving from Kaptaget to Eldoret in western Kenya around…

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