Pinoy Basketball Fan

He’s definitely one of the most good looking ballers to play for the PBA. Why not when he really works hard for his good looks, add to that the wonders of genetics. I was surprised to see him recently donning this shoulder length hair, with that trademark metrosexual fashion statement he’s known for. I asked him what keeps him busy, he says he has this business which has something to do with sound and entertainment equipment used for gigs and other functions. I am not sure if he really wants to do a basketball comeback. One thing is for sure, he seems to be enjoying his craft at the moment.

Maybe we’re all still in that recovery process from these surprise trades going on 2 days before the second conference. We can probably take a breather.

we all know basketball players have a lot of perks. They are highly paid, they’re fit and they get to do what they love doing . For me, another bonus they have is they get to have the loveliest wife or girlfriend around. Don’t you find them too lucky? Here’s a few of what I’m talking about, Adonis Sta. Maria, Bader Malabes, Cesar Catli, Ken Bono, Mark Macapagal and Ty Tang.

Emmanuel Boybits Victoria started playing for the Swift in 1994. But the team has already changed its name to Sunkist Orange Juicers when I knew him personally. He’s certainly one of the most approachable PBA stars I knew. That was 1996. Fast forward 2008, he plays as Coca Cola’s assistant to Coach Binky Favis.

For PBA fans who frequent the game venues, they prolly know Ate Dorie as Boybits’ very loyal fan. She invited us for a lunch with Coach Boybits in time for her birthday. We asked her some questions.

PBF: How did the two of you meet?
Ate Dorie: Nagta-trabaho ako noon kay Nap Gutierrez. Ako yung taga hila ng player na mag guest sa show niya. Isang araw may dumating na player sa office, siya pala si Boybits, na tinutulungan ni Nap nung nasa San Beda pa si Boy (that’s how she calls Boybits). Yun, sinabi ko kay Nap na fan ako ni Boy, dun nagsimula yun.

PBF: Paano kayo naging close sa isa’t isa?
Ate Dorie: Dahil sobrang bait niya, palagi pa nang-aakbay. Palagi ako pumupunta sa practice nila.

PBF: What are the qualities ni Boybits na gusto mo?
Ate DOrie: Hindi siya mayabang. May isang pagkakataon, nung buo na yung fans club, tapos palagi sa Finals yung Swift, we thought of making him a banner. Tapos tinanong namin siya kung ano ang monicker na gusto niya, he said huwag na lang daw. Ok na yung name ng fans club na lang ang ilagay sa banner.

PBF: What’s your memorable moment with Boybits?
Ate Dorie: Kapag anniversary ng fans club, siya yung nagpapa cater, tapos pag birthday ko at birthday niya (Boybits- May 9), ganun din, siya ang bahala.

PBF: How do you see your relationship with Boybits some years from now?
Ate Dorie: Hangga’t buhay pa ako, kahit hindi na siya basketball player, I’ll continue supporting him, kasi alam ko ganun din siya sa akin.

Talking about loyalty! These pictures were taken during the 1990’s.

I thought I need some names to back me up for this site. My thanks to Danny Seigle, Ronjay Buenafe, Willie WIlson and Wesley Gonzales for finding time to visit the site which I insisted. Now I know what it takes to be doing repetitive takes in a shoot. And what a gag when the fil-ams go bulol. End product- a so-called free and fun endorsement.

I thought I was watching a boxing match which resulted in a draw. The PBA Ateneo - La Salle Showdown had a final score of 90-90. It’s the first time I saw a basketball game which didn’t have any declared winner. As early as now it looks like both blue and green squad are going to have another rematch very soon.

Villanueva was the top scorer of the game with 24 points while Sharma topped La Salle with 15. No event similar to the Villanueva-Yeo incident in the 2005 Ateneo - La Salle Dream Games occurred during the game.

For the information of the basketball afficionados, the game didn’t need an overtime since it was just an exhibition match. Soon after the match were hand shakes between the rivals. It was followed by the singing of their respective Alma Mater Songs like it was a UAAP game.

The crowd was on their feet mostly during the second half of the game as both teams displayed more intensity until the dying seconds. It was Mike Cortez who forced a tie when he made two free throws off a foul by LA Tenorio. Wesley Gonzales missed the last shot of the game which could have given Ateneo another victory over La Salle.

Like the opinionated question of some alumni from both schools, I wonder if this abuse of  the popularity of the rivalry will ever end. It appears that the they made it a milking cow that whenever there’s a fund raiser or whatsoever, the match up is what comes into mind. It’s not I’m over reacting or being selfish but can’t they think of other forms of charity events? Besides, there are other deserving universities we could tap to participate for such a cause anyway. Generally, I like the fact that I’m part of this Ateneo-La Salle hype since I’m from one of both schools. I can’t explain the feeling when you’re there supporting your team showing everyone how loyal you are and I’m sure others do feel the same way. My main concern is maybe we can give others the chance to shine.

First up, Air21 Express’ practice venue in San Juan

I rarely go to this gym because it’s just now that a PBA team is holding it’s practice there. (this is in reference to the duration that I’ve been watching basketball). It’s located at the 4th floor of that Chinese school. Security’s not that tight based on my experience. The thing is when you get hungry, you only have one option and that is the resto at the ground floor. I haven’t tried nibbling there though. The gym’s not hot. The thing is if you’re commuting via the Greenhills jeepney, youre gonna have to walk a long distance. No tricycles available.

Next, the Sports camp at The Fort

This venue is easy access for those who want to visit the TJ Giants, Phone Pals and the Aces. Thanks to the buses provided by the Global City management. For only P10, you can reach the practice venue coming from Ayala MRT station. You can never be hungry while watching the practices. The surrounding food stores are always there for the visitors’ convenience. Bad news: the three teams practising at the Sports Camp are going to transfer in a few weeks time. This is due to the demolition of the sports facility since its contract is set to expire.

Lastly for now, Magnolia’s practice venue

I have gone to this place a lot. Security is kind of strict but tolerable. I mean you can always think of excuses on why you’re going to the practice. The thing is you’ll have to walk, again, like several blocks to get to the venue. Been there, done that. If you get hungry, they have the store just beside the gym. But if you’re after the meal experience, you can go out of the village and numerous restos will be more than available.

Alright, Joseph Yeo’s soon to be wife made quite a stir when i made a post about joseph and guita a week ago. Now for the benefit of the readers, here’s a photo (courtesy of one of our readers) of Angela, Joseph’s fiancee, whom Joseph is reportedly gonna marry this coming April.0

The whole nation is in party mood. With the victory of Manny Pacquiao over, Juan Manuel Marquez, we all have the reason to celebrate. And PBA loves Manny very much. As a matter of fact, I’ve seen Manny watch in Araneta before he even got this famous. Speaking of partying, our favorite cagers don’t let themselves outdated. Some even get busted remember? You be the judge.

Ok, for today, let’s have a bit of boxing. Unfinished Business- that’s how we call the rematch of Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez. At 10 am, the Filipinos will once again be glued to their respective televisions, or movie theaters to say the least, to show their unwavering support to the people’s champ. The boxing match takes place at the posh Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino in Las Vegas, Nevada.