Heads Up Gilas

This weekend was a roller coaster ride for every Filipino who supports our Basketball National Team. After a win against Taipei and the lost of Iran. Majority of fans (including me) felt that everything is going well for our Gilas Pilipinas. Facing Jordan which we beat in the 2nd round of the tournament was a sign of relief. But again, that Jordan team destroyed our dreams again. THREE STRAIGHT FIBA-Asia tournaments that they eliminated us. Daghles again?! Rashiem again?! Abbas again?! Man, its already become a habit of this nation to disappoint us every 2 years. 

The saddest part of that game was when IT MATTERS most, the team played their worst game of the tournament. And I've felt bad for the team, because obviously, they don't deserve that.

Is Japeth being hidden?

Last night, China defeated Philippines 75-60 in their match. It was a great game for China's prized player Yi Jianlian scored 20 points while grabbing 17 rebounds. PBA players Ranidel De Ocampo and Kelly Williams are having that hard time to defend the 7 feet behemoth. That's why the twitter world has a big question last night, "NASAAN KA, JAPETH?" Personally, I can feel that Japeth (6'10) has the same body type as Yi. Yes, Yi is a more strong player after playing with NBA players, but why didn't Coach Rajko gave Japeth a chance?

Fast Forward....... Earlier today, Philippines demolished the Bahrain National Team with a score of