Articles by Kobe Balderas


Sunday, 30 March 2025 - Profiles
Casting nets and catching stories with the fisherfolk of Ilocos Sur On the wind-swept coastal villages of the province, the haul and nets of their fisherfolk tell a story of persistence and perseverance only told through the rhythm of the sea.
Sunday, 9 February 2025 - Profiles
Breathing life into Ilocos Sur’s pottery culture In the heart of Ilocos Sur, pottery offers a window into the region’s rich cultural heritage. Crafted with care by skilled artisans, each piece tells a story of tradition, patience, and craftsmanship that has been passed down through generations.
Sunday, 8 December 2024 - Ablaze
#NCAA100: Blazers’ championship dream denied as Cardinals claim historic title The #BenildeBlazers fought fiercely to keep their championship hopes alive, but the Mapua Cardinals proved unstoppable, clinching their first NCAA title in 33 years.
Thursday, 5 December 2024 - Ablaze
Blazing a trail: How Benilde Blazer legend Sunday Salvacion defined an era From Rookie of the Year to NCAA Champion and MVP, Sunday Salvacion established himself as a Blazer legend. In an exclusive interview with The Benildean, he reflected on the 2000 championship and the lasting impact he made on Benildean history.
Sunday, 1 December 2024 - AblazeSports
#NCAA100: Blazers surrender to red-hot Mapua Cardinals in Game 1 Finals The #BenildeBlazers’ 23 turnovers proved costly in Game 1 of the #NCAA100 Finals, as they fell to the surging Mapua University Cardinals, 73-84.