

Mark Escarlote has been covering the sports beat since 2006. He has worked for both print and online publications. He loves being on the field, feeling the heat of the action and the numbing cold of the press room while munching on snacks. A team player, he performs best during crunch time.


BANGKOK, Thailand — Joseph Sedurifa nailed the game-winning two-pointer to lift Gilas Pilipinas men’s past pesky Malaysia, 21-19, for a spot in the semifinals…
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BANGKOK, Thailand — Alas Pilipinas tests its mettle against no less than the reigning champion and host Thailand to begin its medal quest in the 33rd Southeast…
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BANGKOK, Thailand — The Philippines closed Day 1 of competition in the 33rd Southeast Asian Games with its second gold medal, courtesy of the women’s 4x100…
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BANGKOK, Thailand — A move to rebrand the Southeast Asian Games to the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Games has been nipped in the bud.
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BANGKOK, Thailand — Despite the challenge of forming a team to defend its crown, Gilas Pilipinas men’s head coach Norman Black is pretty confident of the…
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BANGKOK, Thailand — Ace spiker Bryan Bagunas marching in front of the national delegation carrying the tricolors during the traditional parade of nations in…
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BANGKOK, Thailand (AFP) — Organizers of the 33rd Southeast Asian Games were mum on security concerns following Thailand and Cambodia’s border conflict.
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