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Kiefer Ravena agent seeks PBA clearance for Japan B.League stint

June 8, 2021

Long-time basketball player agent Matthew Manotoc has urged the PBA to reconsider its stand regarding Kiefer Ravena’s intent to play in the Japan B.League. Related Posts NBA: Jordan Clarkson advises Kai Sotto to keep working hard Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson has one of the more positive NBA late draftee successes in recent memory. Drafted 46th Read more NBA: Seth Curry drains dagger as Sixers beat Raptors [WATCH] Like his…

Gilas Pilipinas: FIBA open to changing ‘Hagop rule’ on eligibility – report

June 8, 2021

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A FIBA official is open to re-examining and changing the basketball governing body’s rules on eligibility, which shall likely benefit Gilas Pilipinas for future competitions. Related Posts NBA: Jordan Clarkson advises Kai Sotto to keep working hard Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson has one of the more positive NBA late draftee successes in recent memory. Drafted 46th Read more NBA: Seth Curry drains dagger as Sixers beat Raptors [WATCH] Like…

PH Basketball Landscape Altered In 1975

Munich Olympian Freddie Webb helped guide Yco to the MICAA title in 1975 and only joined the PBA the following year.

April 11, 2021

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The creation of a professional league, the Philippine Basketball Association (PBA), in April 1975 altered the landscape of the country’s basketball history locally and internationally.

PBA: The Day Local Pro Ball Made Its Debut

On April 9, 1975, the first game ever in PBA history was held at the Araneta Coliseum. Here, Noritake's Israel Oliver and Concepcion Carrier's Ramon Lucindo await the ceremonial opening toss as PBA commissioner Leo Prieto and PBA president Emerson Coseteng look on.

April 5, 2021

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In local sports, the date April 9 also is special to hoops fans. A momentous occasion moment it was forty-six years ago on that day for it marked the birth of professional basketball in the Philippines.

A Trip to the FIBA Hall of Fame

The Soviets jubilate after an Alexander Belov basket at the game buzzer gave them a one-point win over the erstwhile unbeaten Americans during the men's basketball finals in the 1972 Munich Olympics.

March 30, 2021

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There are various Basketball Hall of Fame sites here and abroad but not many know that there exists one for international basketball.

FIBA: Kai Sotto possibly part of OQT, future rosters, says SBP

March 10, 2021

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Filipino international prospect Kai Sotto may be part of the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament, as well as future, Gilas Pilipinas roster according to the Samahang Basketbol ng Pilipinas (SBP). Related Posts NBA: Jordan Clarkson advises Kai Sotto to keep working hard Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson has one of the more positive NBA late draftee successes in recent memory. Drafted 46th Read more NBA: Seth Curry drains dagger as Sixers…

Shooting for the moon in Belgrade, ‘El Presidente’ weighs in

March 3, 2021

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“It will be very difficult for us to get the slot in Belgrade. I will be the first to delight if we make it and I continue to hope for a triumphant campaign,” – Ramon Fernandez

Chris Ross proposes Gilas Pilipinas in PBA, tourney with imports

February 27, 2021

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Following the Philippines’ inclusion to the FIBA Olympic Qualifying Tournament in Belgrade, Serbia, San Miguel’s Chris Ross offered a suggestion for its preparation.

FIBA OQT: Gilas Pilipinas gets chance at Tokyo Olympics after New Zealand pulls out

Michael Joseph Nieto of the Philippines [photo: FIBA.com]

February 26, 2021

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Gilas Pilipinas was chosen based on its FIBA ranking as the next best Asia-Oceania nation after New Zealand.

Once Upon a Time … in Rio de Janeiro

The 1954 Nationals that won the bronze medal in the 1954 World tournament. [Henry Liao photo]

February 1, 2021

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A dozen countries were in attendance in the 1954 edition – seven from the Americas, three from Europe and two from Asia, the Philippines and Formosa (Taiwan/now known as Chinese-Taipei).

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