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Opinion: Made Of Wood, Not Expensive But Priceless

I must confess It's made of wood, not expensive but priceless nonetheless. The 23-year title drought does not hurt the University of the East Red Warriors in anyway, whatsoever...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 4 months ago 50 reads 1 comments
Giant Killers: Green Archers Outlast The Invincible Red Warriors (PT 1)

When we talk about "Giant Killers", there's always two sides of the coin-- the giants and of course the killers. Killers may be great nonetheless giants also have their own story that deserves recognition...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 6 months ago 53 reads 2 comments
JLR Presents: The Saga of the NBA Finals

Last Thursday, basketball-loving creatures (or at least the ones who fancy purple and gold) were once again treated to another grandiose display of skill and talent: Game One of the 2009 NBA Finals...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 6 months ago 62 reads 3 comments
Cavaliers-Magic: Cleveland Stays Alive in Game Five

The Cleveland Cavaliers played, won and lived to see another day in front of the jam-packed Quicken Loans arena, Thursday night...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 6 months ago 76 reads 3 comments
Lakers Inch Closer To Finals; Nips Nuggets 103-94

I'll lay it out simple—Phil Jackson must have been drunk when he wrote the book, "L.A. Lakers: A team in search of it's soul." Maybe yes, maybe no...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 6 months ago 88 reads 0 comments
Magic Stuns Cavs in OT, 116-114

LeBron James finally got much-needed help from his teammates. However, it still wasn't enough to disappoint the hometown crowd in Orlando, as they fell short in tying the series against the rampaging Orlando Magic...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 6 months ago 76 reads 0 comments
Bryant's 41 Lifts Los Angeles Lakers over Denver Nuggets, 103-97

From Los Angeles to Cleveland and now to Denver. The nail biting continues. Stars will always shine on any given night thus the brightest will always bloom on the darkest hours...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 6 months ago 98 reads 0 comments
LeBron James' Buzzer-Beating Three Pushes The Cavaliers Over Magic, 96-95

Game Two of the NBA Eastern conference finals plays out almost the same story line as Game One. The Cleveland Cavaliers jump off to a great start, firing on all cylinders, leading by as many as 23 points halfway in the second quarter...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 6 months ago 204 reads 0 comments
Lakers Outlast Nuggets 105-103 In Series Opener

It was a tale of two stellar performances from world class athletes trying to outplay each other. In the end, the Kobe Bryant-led Los Angeles Lakers proved to be too much for the visiting Carmelo Anthony-fueled Denver Nuggets...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 6 months ago 96 reads 1 comments
AJ Banal, Czar Amonsot and The Challenge That Lies Ahead

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Written by John Louie Ramos about 6 months ago 147 reads 6 comments
Manny Pacquiao--Floyd Mayweather: An In-Depth Preview (Part One of Four)

A week ago, Filipino sensation Manny Pacquiao once again solidified his grasp at the top spot in boxing's immaculate pound-for-pound list, courtesy of a vivacious display of god-like skills and ...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 526 reads 8 comments
Manny Pacquiao-Floyd Mayweather Jr.: The Epitome of a Real Dream Match

This past weekend boxing enthusiast were once again treated with another stellar showing from pound for pound king and now five-division world champion Manny Pacquiao...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 1,636 reads 17 comments
Manny Pacquiao: "Who Will Stop the Pacific Storm?"

The dawn of a new day starts with the sun rising in the east. Eventually, when the day ends, that same heavenly body can be seen slowly setting in the west. Fortunately, it really did, Saturday night...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 194 reads 3 comments
The Undertaker: From Texas Red To Worldwide Phenom

Six-time world champion, 17-0 Wrestlemania record, an array of gimmicks, millions of admiring fans and a lot of tired and exhausted opponents. Mark William Callaway better known as the Undertaker has been special all along...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 238 reads 16 comments
Rodel Mayol: Does He Have What it Takes?

All men are entitled to his own 15 minutes of fame. Hence for Rodel Mayol his own shining moment is within striking distance...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 107 reads 4 comments
A Requiem For a Boxer: The Tragedy That Was Lito Sisnorio

It's never a mortal sin to dream big, much less to wish for a good, happy life. Food at the table, education for the children. A comfortable, warm house, financial security, the joy of having a family of your own...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 146 reads 14 comments
Gerry Penalosa: Nothing to Be Ashamed Of

Courage can be found even at the most unlikely predicament. He who surrenders to live and fight another day displays the biggest deed of bravery. It takes a man to win a battle. On the other hand, it takes more than being a man to accept defeat...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 326 reads 8 comments
Penalosa-Lopez, an Epic Duel of Styles and Cultures

Absolute differences are key ingredients of classic plots. This coming weekend the boxing limelight will shine anew as Filipino pride Gerry Penalosa will give his best and probably last endeavour ...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 337 reads 10 comments
Brian Viloria, The Incredible Story Of The Hawaiian Punch

Out of need springs desire, and out of desire springs the energy and the will to win. Last weekend Brian "The Hawaiian Punch" Viloria showed the desire to win. From then on the energy and the will to win sprang out...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 396 reads 5 comments
Nonito Donaire: A Walk in the Park, Successfully Defended His Titles

At the site of the historic "Thrilla in Manila" thousands of spectators witnessed an unlikely ending of a world-class duel. Raul Martinez the unfortunate one, waives the Philippine flag in rare class act...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 229 reads 4 comments
Brian Viloria: Mission Accomplished, a Champion is Resurrected

Opportunity knocks only once but temptation leans on the doorbell. In front of his countrymen, Brian "The Hawaiian Punch" Viloria reclaimed what is rightfully his and re-established himself as one of the best little men of boxing...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 218 reads 3 comments
Pacquiao-Hatton: The Ballad of Two Brave Warriors (Part 2 of 2)

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Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 222 reads 2 comments
Floyd Mayweather-Juan Manuel Marquez, Textbook Perfection

There had been reports that negotiations for the proposed superfight that'll feature former pound-for-pound king Floyd Mayweather Jr. in his comeback fight against Lightweight king and Mexican great Juan Manuel Marquez had already been finalized...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 446 reads 8 comments
Portland Trail Blazers: Once The Ball Gets Rolling...

This year roars came from every corner of the Rose Garden, the kind of mayhem that's been missing with the Portland Trail Blazers. There's so much excitement at the "Little Beirut" as the team clinched another playoff berth...

Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 163 reads 0 comments
Pacquiao-Hatton: The Ballad of Two Brave Warriors (Part 1 of 2)

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Written by John Louie Ramos about 7 months ago 471 reads 11 comments

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John Louie Ramos Article Archive

Opinion: Made Of Wood, Not Expensive But Priceless

Giant Killers: Green Archers Outlast The Invincible Red Warriors (PT 1)

JLR Presents: The Saga of the NBA Finals

Cavaliers-Magic: Cleveland Stays Alive in Game Five

Lakers Inch Closer To Finals; Nips Nuggets 103-94

Magic Stuns Cavs in OT, 116-114

Bryant's 41 Lifts Los Angeles Lakers over Denver Nuggets, 103-97

LeBron James' Buzzer-Beating Three Pushes The Cavaliers Over Magic, 96-95

Lakers Outlast Nuggets 105-103 In Series Opener

AJ Banal, Czar Amonsot and The Challenge That Lies Ahead

Manny Pacquiao--Floyd Mayweather: An In-Depth Preview (Part One of Four)

Manny Pacquiao-Floyd Mayweather Jr.: The Epitome of a Real Dream Match

Manny Pacquiao: "Who Will Stop the Pacific Storm?"

The Undertaker: From Texas Red To Worldwide Phenom

Rodel Mayol: Does He Have What it Takes?

A Requiem For a Boxer: The Tragedy That Was Lito Sisnorio

Gerry Penalosa: Nothing to Be Ashamed Of

Penalosa-Lopez, an Epic Duel of Styles and Cultures

Brian Viloria, The Incredible Story Of The Hawaiian Punch

Nonito Donaire: A Walk in the Park, Successfully Defended His Titles

Brian Viloria: Mission Accomplished, a Champion is Resurrected

Pacquiao-Hatton: The Ballad of Two Brave Warriors (Part 2 of 2)

Floyd Mayweather-Juan Manuel Marquez, Textbook Perfection

Portland Trail Blazers: Once The Ball Gets Rolling...

Pacquiao-Hatton: The Ballad of Two Brave Warriors (Part 1 of 2)

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