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Home of the Mindanawon Athlete. From the hardcourts of Cagayan de Oro to the boxing rings of General Santos and the football fields of Bukidnon, we bring you the most comprehensive Mindanao local sports news. Whether it’s the intense competition of the Northern Mindanao Regional Athletic Association (NMRAA), the grassroots pride of Batang Pinoy, or professional updates on Mindanao’s top pugilists and cagers, our coverage celebrates the grit and talent of our local sports heroes. Stay tuned for live scores, in-depth player features, and exclusive tournament recaps across the island.

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Xavier University athletic coaches practice cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques on training manikins during the opening day of a Basic Life Support training seminar at the XU Gym in Cagayan de Oro City on Saturday, July 11, 2026. The program aimed to equip sports personnel with essential emergency response skills to handle medical crises during campus athletic events. (Photo by Jaime Joshua A. Frias II)

XU coaches train to save athletes in emergencies

Dozens of Xavier University coaches in Cagayan de Oro completed a two-day training course in Basic Life Support and water rescue.

Jul 23, 2026000

AIRBORNE FINISH. Three riders soar over a jump as they race toward the finish line during the Mindanao-wide Motocross Challenge at the Mindanao Civic Center Race Track in Tubod, Lanao del Norte. The event was held as part of the province's 67th Araw ng Lanao del Norte celebration. (Photo courtesy of ADD/PIA-10/Lanao del Norte)

Motocross puts Lanao Norte on every rider's map

Lanao del Norte strengthened its push as a premier motorsports destination by hosting the Mindanao-wide Motocross Challenge in Tubod.

Jul 21, 2026000

WORLD-CLASS WAVES. The iconic Cloud 9 Boardwalk in Siargao is set to host the Philippines' first-ever World Surf League (WSL) Championship Tour event this October, bringing the world's top surfers to the island while opening opportunities for local youth and boosting tourism. (Photo courtesy of Philippine Tourism USA)

An island’s heartbeat: The day Siargao’s youth shares the lineup with their heroes

Local youth in Siargao will step off the sidelines to surf directly with the world’s elite athletes at the upcoming Philippines Pro.

Jul 20, 2026000

TEAM CHAMPIONS. Grandmaster Daniel Quizon celebrates with elementary pupils Bradkint Gayramon and Jan Calvin Abesamis of Cagayan de Oro after Wise Gambit captured the team rapid title at the 6th Asenso Ozamiz Open Chess Championships. (Photo by Lynde Salgados)

CDO kids help Quizon win team chess title

Two elementary pupils from Cagayan de Oro partnered with a seasoned Grandmaster to pull off a stunning upset in the 6th Asenso Ozamiz Open.

Jul 17, 2026000

Aspiring street athletes navigate makeshift city tracks during the global Go Skateboarding Day 2026 event. Winning 25 titles in three years without a single hometown ramp, Cagayan de Oro's young skateboarders are fighting for public training spaces, petitioning the City Council for interim parks to train on. (Photo courtesy of Mychal Q. Redoblado with Kaima Films)

No skatepark, no fair shot for CDO skaters

The Oro Youth Development Council (OYDC) has officially approved a resolution urging City Hall to fund a standard, public skateboarding facility.

Jul 17, 2026000

The famous Cloud 9 Boardwalk in Siargao is stepping onto world surfing’s biggest stage. Officially named as a stop on the elite WSL Championship Tour, this iconic Philippine destination is bracing for a massive surge in international visitors and local employment. Photo courtesy of the Philippine Tourism USA

eGilas Pilipinas brings home world title

MVP Miguel Carlo Hubillar, who averaged 24 points per game, presented the historic eFIBA Season 4 championship trophy to PSC officials.

Jul 14, 2026000

Mindanao chess players eye titles in cash-rich Ozamiz tournament

Jul 13, 2026000

Young chess stars challenge Antonio in Ozamiz Open

Jul 13, 2026000

XU coaches train to save athletes in emergencies

Motocross puts Lanao Norte on every rider's map

An island’s heartbeat: The day Siargao’s youth shares the lineup with their heroes

CDO kids help Quizon win team chess title

No skatepark, no fair shot for CDO skaters

WSL Championship Tour heads to Siargao: Cloud 9 to host world's elite surfers

Ilar reclaims Ozamiz Open Junior Crown after late-game drama

CDO skaters keep Kadayawan dream alive

Arca stuns chess giants, wins Ozamiz Open

eGilas Pilipinas brings home world title

Mindanao chess players eye titles in cash-rich Ozamiz tournament

Young chess stars challenge Antonio in Ozamiz Open