Bylines and Buzzers
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Last published Thu, Jul 10, 2025
College BL | Journalism + Sports | Enemies to Almost Lovers
Rafa Silvano, a sharp-tongued Journalism major from UP Diliman, built his name on viral columns and biting commentary. Leo Manzano, Ateneo’s courtside darling and editor-in-chief, is known for his charm, camera-perfect reporting, and perfectly crafted words.
For two years, they’ve been rivals from afar — clashing on Twitter, competing for the same awards, and writing side by side in UAAP press releases. But when the league announces a student-led docuseries, Rafa and Leo are chosen to represent their schools. Now, they’ll spend a season traveling together, covering games, sharing deadlines, and seeing each other beyond the rivalry.
In packed media rooms and echoing arenas, tension gives way to banter, late-night edits turn into quiet moments, and the line between competition and connection starts to blur.
Because sometimes, the real story isn’t the one you write — it’s the one that unexpectedly writes itself.
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