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.
Okay, I admit it, I felt like I wanted to stop watching the games of the UE Red Warriors when my friends went to play for the professional league. But on the second thought,2004 UAAP Rookie of the Year Marcy was there to impress the fans with his skills. Some facts: he’s now 21 and will be celebrating his birthday this May. He’s got one more year of being eligible to play for the Recto-based university in the UAAP. His brother Gino also plays for UE, though I’m not 100% sure if he’s in the second roster.
Marcy’s mom, whom I call Mommy Beth is a plain housewife and his father currently works in Korea. Hopefully he can play for the PBA as soon as he ends his UAAP stint. That’s going to be an answered prayer for him, his family and those who love him.
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.
PBL News
by JP Abcede
Harbour Centre ran down Hapee Toothpaste, 88-69, in the continuation of the 2008 PBL Lipovitan Amino Sports Cup at The Arena. Batang Pier led by as much as 26 in the game. Jonathan Fernandez topscored with 22 points on 6/9 three-point shooting. Harbour Centre remains undefeated.
Meanwhile, Toyota Otis had its first win, defeating San Mig Coffe, 92-86. Chito Jaime had a double-double of 17 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Sparks.
Sam Ekwe to join RP Team in Seaba
by Admin
San Beda Red Lions star Sam Ekwe will be joining the Harbour-RP team to compete in the SEABA tournament in Jakarta, Indonesia which starts on April 3. He is the only addition to the team that won the Gold medal in the 2007 SEA games. Unlike last year, no import would play for the team lead by Jason Castro, TY Tang and Solomon Mercado. Harbour-RP team won the title last year with Julius Nwosu and Vidal Massiah as reinforced imports.
Paul Artadi, Kid Lightning. I never quite expected that he’ll have this cute but striking monicker to bear. I’ve known him since his Absolute days in the PBL. How time flies so fast that he’s now married to an equally cutie Maggie Perez. FYI, Maggie’s the lady in red you see on BPI billboards along the streets of Metro Manila.
Luckily I was able to attend their wedding ceremonies last Feb 16 at Sofitel Hotel.
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.
It’s reported that the PBA board is set to meet on Monday for talks on the coverage of the 30+ year old league after its contract with ABC-5 expires this July. There are rumors that GMA-7 has show interest in buying the rights of the pro-league’s national coverage. Should this happen, the PBA will soon be seen on QTV-11.For the information of the readers, the PBA and GMA has recently inked their deal on the international TV coverage rights through Pinoy TV Channel, TFC’s rival, reportedly to the tune of $200,000.
Reactions on the Alasaka-Magnolia Trade
It looks like the recent trade involving Bono & Cortez - Fonacier & Tenorio has raised the question WHY among many fans. Personally, I think Alaska gained from this trade. Me thinks the acquisition of Fonacier would be very much an advantage for the team. Larry’s such a good catch based on his statistics. Add to that Tenorio’s playmaking skills, plus he’s a good outside shooter. As for Mr. Bono, let’s give him the benefit of the doubt. He wasn’t given that much exposure in his first conference debut in Alaska. Cortez on the other hand hasn’t been really in that tip top shape as far as his showing is concerned after recuperating from his injury.
