On October 5, the 50th season of the PBA Philippine Cup kicks off with an exciting clash between the Magnolia Hotshots and Barangay Ginebra San Miguel. Here’s a 1xBet review with all the key information about the upcoming tournament.

Mapúa Cardinals Men’s Basketball team singing the university’s hymn together with the whole Mapúan community who supported throughout their heart-thumping opening game at The Big Dome

The much-awaited 101st season of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) officially tipped off on October 1, 2025, with a spectacular opening ceremony at the Araneta Coliseum. With a powerful theme, “Building Greatness,” spectators have all eyes on Mapúa University, which takes on a unique and proud dual role this year, serving as both the official host of the season and the reigning Seniors’ Basketball champion.

Representatives from the Palawan Group, together with Benjie Paras, honored youth basketball and supported the next generation of Filipino athletes.

The Palawan Group of Companies, through its e-wallet arm PalawanPay, reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and grassroots sports development as the Platinum Sponsor of the Philippine Youth Basketball Championship (PYBC).

PalawanPay has been a consistent backer of the UP Men’s Basketball Team, reigning champions of UAAP Season 87, as part of its advocacy to uplift and empower Filipino athletes.

PalawanPay, from the trusted Palawan Group of Companies, reaffirmed its commitment to youth and sports development as the primary sponsor of the University of the Philippines (UP) Men’s Basketball, Judo, and Swimming Teams for UAAP Season 88.

Gary Dujali, mWell Chief Marketing Officer

mWell, the Philippines’ first fully integrated health and wellness mega app, kicks off UAAP Season 88 by launching its Special Edition UAAP Smart Watches featuring a refreshed line-up and striking new designs. Each timepiece showcases updated university watch faces and straps that capture school pride in a bold new way, making them more than accessories but everyday wellness companions. mWell invites the entire UAAP community to get their wrist game on by showing school pride in style while staying healthy every step of the way.

A spot in the FIBA 3x3 World Tour 2025 Season Macau Masters will be up for grabs as the Philippines plays hosts to the Manila Challenger on September 20 and 21 at the Ayala Malls Manila Bay.