Thirdy Ravena came in as the final cut when Gilas Pilipinas takes on a formidable Jordan side to open the fifth window of the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifer at the Prince Hamzah Hall in Amman, Jordan, early Friday morning, Nov. 11 (Manila time). (From left to right) CJ Perez, Ange Kouame, Kai Sotto...
Photo from FIBA By NIKOLE JAVIER Kiefer Ravena deemed the Gilas crew in tip-top shape as the 20-man lineup returned for national duties from their respective leagues ahead of the fifth window of the 2023 World Cup Asian Qualifiers. Gilas Pilipinas, which will face Jordan on Nov. 10 in Amman, would...
Kiefer Ravena (Photo from FIBA) By NIKOLE JAVIER Kiefer Ravena was hopeful of Gilas Pilipinas' chances in the fifth window of the 2023 FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers despite missing the services of NBA star Jordan Clarkson. The Shiga Lakes captain arrived in the country last Oct. 31 with his...
Jordan Clarkson (FIBA photo) By Nikole Javier Filipino-American player Jordan Clarkson has expressed his desire to get the Philippines back to the Olympics after 50 years of absence from the biggest sporting stage. In his recent "Manila Man Ep. 4" vlog, the NBA player who suited up for Gilas...
Senator Sonny Angara said he is willing to spearhead the filing of bills that would pursue the naturalization of Philippine Basketball Association (PBA) imports Justin Brownlee and Cameron Oliver in order to improve Gilas Pilipinas’ standing in the world hoops stage. TNT Commissioner's Cup import...
Senator Sonny Angara on Monday, September 12 expressed optimism that the Philippines is prepared to be a successful host in the upcoming 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup. The Philippine sports is now “having a moment” with the unprecedented achievements coming its way, noted Angara, who chairs...
Newly-appointed Philippine Sports Commission chairman Noli Eala expressed his full support for the country’s hosting of the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup and the campaign of the Gilas Pilipinas national team in the global showpiece. PSC Chairman Noli Eala (fourth from the left) with SBP...
The booing incident intended for Gilas head coach Chot Reyes at the Mall of Asia Arena did not sit too well with NBA star Jordan Clarkson, who made his debut game on home soil in the Philippines' 84-46 rout of Saudi Arabia Monday night, Aug. 29. Jordan Clarkson (FIBA) Set during National Heroes'...
Senator Juan Edgardo “Sonny” Angara on Monday, August 29 expressed confidence the Philippines’ hosting of the 2023 FIBA World Cup will serve as a platform for the country to boost its tourism and at the same time, expand opportunities in the field of sports. Angara, who chairs the Samahang...
EDITORS DESK Ramon Bonilla By the time you read this, Gilas Pilipinas may have won in Lebanon, a salvation of sorts for a squad that has been battling a terrible fight outside the actual corners of the hard court. If fate comes in a form of bad luck, the Filipino team — with a certified NBA star...
Gilas Pilipinas 2014 World Cup members Larry Fonacier, LA Tenorio, Jeff Chan and Gary David along with Ms. Universe 2018 Catriona Gray were introduced as local ambassadors of the 2023 World Cup during the One Year to Go Media Conference at the TV5 Media Center on Thursday, Aug. 25. The local...
NBA star Jordan Clarkson and 7-foot-3 center Kai Sotto banner the 13-man pool of Gilas Pilipinas that will travel with the team when it leaves for Lebanon early Tuesday, Aug. 23, for the fourth window of the FIBA World Cup Asian Qualifiers. NBA star Jordan Clarkson and Kai Sotto will be joined by...
