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Alyssa Valdez: Belle of the ball

On top of being a three-time conference “Most Valuable Player” at the Philippine Volleyball League, Alyssa Valdez — known to many as “The Phenom” — continues to captivate the public, not just with her athletic prowess, but also with her compassion, humility and love for the sport she has undeniably…

Tots Carlos: Playing with purpose

On her way to becoming one of the country’s top volleyball players, Diana Mae “Tots” Carlos has had her fair share of ups and downs — and everything in between. Almost a decade into it, the three-time Premier Volleyball League MVP is still on a spike, promising that she’s yet…

Happy Father’s Day! A tribute to the dads of PeopleAsia

To the man who swept mom off her feet, the hero sons (and daughters) want to live up to, and the overall protector of the brood - a Happy Father's Day to you! These PeopleAsia dads show us what it's all about with their deep devotion to family, soaring careers…

Manny Pacquiao: The People’s Champion

It's a two tiered victory for Manny Pacquiao this 2016. Not only did heÂ reign as champion in the fight tagged as the last fight of his life, Manny is also sitting comfortably at the seventh spot in the senatorial polls as of this writing. The peopleâ€™s champ has made a…

Finders Kieferâ€™s: Kiefer Ravena

Alyssa Valdez understandablyÂ shed a few tears this weekend when having to accept defeat from arch rival De La Salle at the UAAP women's volleyball finals, but with the support of fellow Atenean and Athlete, long-time buddy, business partner and possible source of inspiration Kiefer Ravena, she should be just fine.…

Alyssa Valdez: Woman of Style and three-time UAAP Women’s Volleyball MVP

A mix of love for the game, stamina, needle-sharp focus and killer charm (on and off the court) might make you a "most valuable player" once, but to be awarded the title thrice in a row? Something pretty special is definitely going underneath that jersey.Â Ateneo Lady Eaglesâ€™ Alyssa Valdez strikes…