uaap 2014: admu vs nu

we got our asses kicked!

i didn't expect ateneo to win without a 100% healthy kiefer, but i didn't expect to get that much of a beating from nu.

it only shows that our offense relies too much on the phenom... we should always have a plan b.

as the saying goes... don't put all of the eggs in one basket.

but don't worry guys. it's only the first game. we have the rest of the 1st round to make all of the much-needed adjustments.

obf!

short-film inspired by murakami

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4i0xXxOT7-Q

this is an introduction to the movie based on murakami's hardboiled egg and the end of the world.

haunting.

thanks erika for sharing the link.

confed cup 2013: spain vs italy

the rematch of the world cup 2010 finalists was a classic. i didn't get to see the first 60 minutes of the match but based on what i've read, italy had more clear-cut chances. spain finally got their rhythm going in the final minutes and in the extra time... but it was not enough.... the match ended with 0 all and had to be decided via the dreaded penalty-shootout.

7 - 6.

i guess spain is destined to win this one. the golden generation.

can't wait for the much-anticipated brazil-spain finals on monday. most probably a preview of the 2014 wc finals match. so you guys better not miss it.

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waking up at 430am today was worth it!

ufl 2013

the only advantage of working at science hub is that i get to watch ufl games now and then.

this season, these games are the ones that i remember.

global vs meralco
global vs stallion
global vs airforce
kaya vs loyola
kaya vs gau
global vs psg
global vs meralco
stallion vs gau

i guess it's pretty obvious that i'm rooting for global fc. haha. too bad they fell off short this season. stallion fc is now the team to beat with two straight titles - the league and the cup.

btw, the azkals cafe is already open! finally, a football themed cafe/bar in the metro. it's about time!

spurs vs heat

my wallet is thinner and my heart bleends for tim duncan.

i didn't get to watch the games on tv except for game 3 and game 7. but i think everyone will agree that it is the best finals series in years. and we have to thank the oldies for giving heat one hell of a time.

to the 20 something lebron lover in blue shirt at stackers piazza this morning, fuck you! :) peace.

golf 2 go

tag-ulan na. but this doesn't mean that less golf.

discovered "golf to go" on a rainy friday night while driving around jupiter looking for a place to eat.

check this out!

http://golf2go.com.ph/

fete dela musique 2013

will be going to fete dela musique tonight! planning to have dinner at chihuahua then maybe listen to some jazz at bayleaf bar at st giles hotel before heading to cafe curieux for some rasta fun. im also curious on what's gonna happen at society lounge. im not a big fan of hip hop but for some reason i want to see how it has progressed. ill be saving the main stage as our last stop.

see you guys!

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MAIN STAGE:
A.Venue Mall Open Parking, along Makati Avenue.
★★★★★ Triple Fret, Yolanda Moon, Hidden Nikki, Bayang Barrios feat. Julianne, Lady I feat. Papa U-Gee, Quest feat. Numbus9, Flying Ipis, Naïve New Beaters (French band 8.15pm), Razorback feat. Nicole Asencio, Sinosikat, Noli Aurillo, Up Dharma Down feat. Kate Torralba, Bras Pas Pas Pas with Bing Austria feat Lourd De Veyra + Surprise Guests!


JAZZ STAGE:
Blue Leaf Bar, St. Giles Hotel, Makati Av cor Kalayaan Av / Prod by PI Jazz Festival.
★★★★★ Strings Attached - Stella & Michele - Rica Arambulo - Cheryl Santaromana - Jerome Rico - Margaux Salcedo - Musika ni Cadio - Tricia Garcia – Tomadachi – Bratpack – Swingster Syndicate - Kate Torralba - El Cartel - Sean Manuntag - Romy Posadas Trio


BLUES SKA & SOUL STAGE:
H&J, Felipe St Bel Air, Makati / Prod by Mabo Rat & Manila Soul Club.
★★★★★ Chillitees – Cheeba - Conscious and The Goodness – Dandimites - Shuffle Union - Rocket Punch - Ian Lofamia Band - Finger Trap - Bleu Rascals – Flippin Soul Stompers - Jeepney Joyride - Nyt In Tunesia - Chocolate Grass


REGGAE & WORLD MUSIC STAGE:
Café Curieux, Polaris corner Badajos St. / Prod by Rebel Lion.
★★★★★ Proviberz - Diwa de Leon – Coffee break Island – Neighbors - Tropical Depression - Big Answer Sound - Rebel Lion Sound - Legal Shot Sound - I-dren Artstrong - Red- I - Papa U-Gee


INDIE STAGE:
B-Side, The Collective, 7274 Malugay St., Makati City / Prod by Terno Recordings.
★★★★★ Pulso, Maude, Sleepwalk Circus - Encounters with a Yeti - Musical O - The Charmes - ChildRen of the Pilgrimage - The Sleepyheads – Skymarines - Not Another Boyband - Radio Active Sago


ROCK POP-ROCK STAGE:
Saguijo, 7612 Guijo St., San Antonio Village / Prod by Revolver Prod.
★★★★★ ChicoSci - Mr. Bones – Salamin – Earthmover - Steady Machine – Curbside - Lions and Acrobats - Taken By Cars – Gracenote – Mutiny - Cosmic Love


ELECTRONICA STAGE:
Buddha Bar, Picar Place, Kalayaan Avenue / Prod by Nomad Massive.
★★★★★ Liquid A + Tino Valentino, Helen, Kim Marvilla, Soulflower, Mulan, Salamangkero, Martin Lugtu, FEEN + guests, Xombie, Bauhaus Cloud, more TBA


HIP HOP STAGE:
Society Lounge, Ground Level, Atrium Bldg. Makati Avenue corner Paseo de Roxas / Prod by Music Colony.
★★★★★ LINE-UP: TBA


LATIN STAGE:
Chihuahua, 7838 Makati Avenue.
★★★★★ Brigada - Salsa Fanatics

rico blanco solo concert

"the basic idea is to put together two things that i passionately love," rico blanco explained in last year's interview with yahoo.

the result is the cold, soulless sounds of machines and the fun fiestas in his new music.

and basically this is what the rico blanco solo concert last june 12 is about. a bold, fresh, and you can say somewhat crazy concept that he gave life to and exposed the audience to how concerts should be.

rico blanco set a new standard last independence day. kudos. wala akong masabi.

there are rumors that there will be a repeat. you should watch out for it.

5 things to do in vietnam!

what a weekend! a quick trip to vietnam. we just spent two full days so it was definitely "bitin". i will definitely come back!

things to do!

1) walk around the vibrant city - visit the war crime museum, reunification palace, notre dame basilica, central post office, ho chi minh city hall, saigon opera house, dong khoi st., etc.
2)try out the food - esp the street food.
3) hang-out in a coffee shop - vietnam is known for good coffee. you will see trung nguyen and highland coffee shops all over the city. i also liked l'usine. google it!
4) buy pasalubong such as dried langka/fruits at cho ben thanh market
5) shop for a northface backpack and onitsuka sneakers. haha.

ateneo volleyball

it's official. i'm a fan of uaap and shakeys vleague volleyball!

congrats to nu for winning the shakeys vleague championship. great game!!!

to the lady eagles... two "heart-breaks" this season. the uaap finals against dlsu and vleague finals against the mighty nu.... (i watched the two games... ang sakit!) babawi tayo next year!

intramuros golf

i haven't played golf for at least 6 months but i think 103 is not that bad. i was expecting a 110 - 120. i did notice much improvement on my putting. my caddy was a pretty good putting coach =)

over
hole 1 - 2 (3)
hole 2 - 3 (4)
hole 3 - 2 (3)
hole 4 - 3 (4)
hole 5 - 4 (4)
hole 6 - 1 (3)
hole 7 - 3 (3)
hole 8 - 1 (4)
hole 9 - 2 (4)
total - 55 (34)

hole 10 - 3 (3)
hole 11 - 3 (4)
hole 12 - 1 (3)
hole 13 - 2 (4)
hole 14 - 2 (4)
hole 15 - 2 (4)
hole 16 - 1 (3)
hole 17 - 1 (4)
hole 18 - 1 (3)
total - 48 (32)

TOTAL - 103 (66)

will need to try out the night game at intramuros!