Si Caguioa sana ang Manalo

1. Gary David
2. Mark Caguioa
3. Marcio Lassiter
4. Cyrus Baguio
5. LA Tenorio
http://www.interaksyon.com/interaktv/david-caguioa-top-candidates-for-best-player-of-commissioners-cup

     Ang limang pangalan na yan ay ang mga kandidato para sa pinakamagaling na Local sa Torneyong ito. Kung ating titignan, iisipin ng nakararami na si Granada Gary David ulit ang mananalo para sa prestihiyosong award na ito.

     Pero kung ako ang tatanungin, iisang pangalan lang ang nasa isip ko na karadapat dapat manalo. Ito'y walang iba kungdi si Kulotski Doodle Mark Caguioa. Hindi dahil siya ang pinakapaboritong manlalaro ko kung bakit siya ang napili ko, napili ko si The Spark dahil sa mga sumusunod na rason:

   1. Sa limang manlalaro, siya lang ang walang kakampi sa listahan. Paano magigig "pinaka MAGALING" kung dala-dalawa kayo sa listahan?

   2. Ito ang pinaka magandang torneyo ni MC47 pagdating sa rebounding, patunay na mas nagiging all-around player siya.

   3. Siya ang numero unong "scoring option" ng team, na naging dahilan kung bakit sila ang pangalawang pinaka magaling na koponan sa eliminasyon.

    4. Nang nadali si MC47 ng injury, kitang kita kung paano namroblema ang Gin Kings sa pag iskor.

    5. Sa 5 manlalaro, ang koponan ni Caguioa ang nakatapos ng mas mataas na posisyon(Ikatlong Pwesto).

" Philip Zuñiga is a Software Engineer at NetworkLabs Inc. He is a certified sports fan since 1996. "
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RENEWED RIVALRY?

Let's watch a video of FEU's Cervantes' hard foul on UE's hotshot Paul Lee.

What a foul from Reil. The question is will this be continue to the Professional league? Yeo-Villanueva part 2?

Looks like Ginebra's 9th pick will be Exciting to watch!

" Philip Zuñiga is a graduate of Philippine Normal University. He is a certified sports fan since 1996. "

2 Gilas players frustrated for Ababou's 10th pick finish

Asi Taulava:

Chris Lutz:

It's understandable about their frustrations, we know that ababou is a good player, he is a great scorer.

But we can't blame Meralco and Ginebra for not getting him, those teams I mentioned needs big man and getting Dylan will just clogged the guard positions of those two teams.

The funny side is the Barako bull, even though they got both Maliksi(8th pick) and Ababou(10th pick), for formality sake, MAYBE, choosing Ababou first before Maliksi is a logical choice.

Back to the topic, it sounds funny how Asi and Chris reacts on Dylan's 10th pick, they should remember, the reference of being a good player is not on the draft day, but on how you play the game. Personally, I really think that Dylan is in good position right now, he will play in the team that needs scorers. And what I said in my previous article, Willie Miller as your teacher will make you a more type of a scorer. Goodluck Dylan!

" Philip Zuñiga is a graduate of Philippine Normal University. He is a certified sports fan since 1996. "

Does Ginebra Kings needs a Coaching Change?

If the rumors are true, there's a big chance that Barangay Ginebra will have a coaching change. It still unclear whether the BGK coaching change will be Coach Siot, Coach Jawo, or just pure rumors and Coach Jong will remain.

Let me ask you guys, do BGK needs a coaching change?

Let us evaluate Coach Jong-Coach Siot tandem this season. The Ginkings did not win a championship this season, BUT  the team qualified to three semifinals appearance including one Championship stint, which for me is not a bad season for them. Actually a good season after they finish 2nd overall in this season. The proof is they rank 9th place out of 10 in the upcoming draft. Back to the topic, do they really NEED to change the coach?

Let us discuss the strengths and weaknesses of every coach:

Coach Jong:

• Strengths:

1. He has a good gameplan every game.
2. Despite the lack of big man, Coach Jong can adjust with the given situation.
3. A great defensive coach.

• Weaknesses:

1. 8-10 players rotation.
2. Not a good end game/last possesion coach. (proof: 3 conferences, he gave the last play to Eric Menk.)
3. Less trust to his rookies ( but now improving)

Coach Siot:

• Strenghts:

1. A good motivator
2. BGK fans love this guy
3. A good offensive coach.
4. His intense nature fits the BGK's game

• Weaknesses

1. Not a good coach if majority of his players are superstars.
2. Lacks poise
3. Prone to technical fouls

Coach Jawo:

• Strenghts:

1. There's no doubt Ginkings' fans miss this guy
2. Because of his nature, even the referees gets afraid
3. A really really good motivator.
4. If he comes back, the market of BGK will rise again

• Weaknesses:

1. His coaching style is too old school.
2. Just like coach siot, he is prone to technical fouls
3. full of RUST?

You'll be the judge.

" Philip Zuñiga is a graduate of Philippine Normal University. He is a certified sports fan since 1996. " 

2011 Mock Draft

The PBA 36th season comes to an end last night. And everyone are now focused to the 36 applicants for the 2011 Annual Draft. Our group thought of giving you guys a mock draft for the first round.

The batch of applicants this Annual Draft is definitely one of the deepest in the last 10 years. That's why this draft is really interesting. Let us now start:

FIRST PICK : POWERADE

Philippe's Choice: PG 5-9 JV CASIO

Powerade pointguards: Celino Cruz, Jai Reyes, and Chico Lanete

Although their PG's are respectable, we can see that none of the three can ease the weight that Gary David has on his shoulder. That's why they need a young, stable and clutch pointguard. That's why there's no doubt JV Casio is the right person for the job.

SECOND PICK: RAIN OR SHINE

Philippe's Choice: PG/SG 6-0 PAUL LEE

The Elasto Painters already has a complete line-up. They have the man power needed in every position. And therefore getting the best talent available will be their motto in this Sunday's draft. Definitely the former hotshot of UE Red Warriors fits the job. Having Paul Lee will give them a scoring dimension that will compromise to their star Gabe Norwood creating talent. With Paul and Buenafe alternating in SG position, it will give a big boost for the Painter's campaign next season.

THIRD PICK: AIR 21

Philippe's Choice: PF/C 6-6 JASON BALLESTEROS

After giving their quality big men away in last season(Jay R Reyes, Al-Hussaini, Baclao) and already have man power in the guard position ( Hontiveros, Miller, Artadi, Arboleda), It's time for air21 to get a quality big man again. Having Salvador, Pena, and Sharma is not enough if they want to be competitive for the next season. Yes, Ballesteros is a bench warmer for our RP team, but let us not forget, he is a former Main Man for the SSC Stags, and the most important thing is he is DEFENDING our Naturalized Player Marcus Douthit and former PBA MVP Asi Taulava in practice. Now, do Jason deserve the 3rd pick? definitely YES.

FOURTH PICK : POWERADE

Philippe's Choice: SF 6-3 MARCIO LASSITER

Having bad games since the Ginebra-Smart Gilas semifinal series of the PBA's Commisioners Cup gives Marcio Lassiter a bad impression for this year's draft. Choker is one word that defines Marcio's game for the last 3 months. But let us not forget he can score 20-30 points every given night if he wants to. He just need to regain his confidence and with that maybe the Scoring Side of Marcio will return. He is also a good defender with good leaping ability. Having him, Casio and Sean Anthony will really give the franchise's fans reasons to smile.

FIFTH PICK : SHOPINAS

Philippe's Choice: PG 5-10 ANDY BARROCA

For a rebulding team like Shopinas, and having Franz Pumaren as their coach, it is a wise move to get a ready made point guard like Andy. Him as the primary court general of Shopinas will give Franz pumaren an easier job.

SIXTH PICK : ALASKA

Philippe's Choice: SF/SG 6-3 CHRIS LUTZ

Lutz is a good defender, smart player and a shooter. That is what alaska needed, a smart player that will fit to their triangle offense. I can see the second coming of Tony DelaCruz with a wider range.

SEVENTH PICK : TALK N TEXT

Philippe's Choice: PG/SG 5-11 ERIC SALAMAT

TNT is a COMPLETE team. But one problem that exposed in the Petron-Tnt series is their lack of PG's. Castro and Alapag is not enough. Ryan Reyes is better playing the two spot. That's why getting Salamat will solve Tnt's problem. And remember, Eric's a former eagle ;)

EIGHT PICK : PETRON

Philippe's Choice: SG/SF 6-3 DYLAN ABABOU

A scoring guard is needed by Petron, after the departure of dondon, this is the obvious position needed to be fill in. There will be no import this time. Duncil and Hubalde will return to their original mother team, and Ababou is the perfect choice.

NINTH PICK : GINEBRA

Philippe's Choice: SF/PF 6-4 MARNEL BARACAEL

As much as Ginebra needed a taller big man, It is a sin to disregardMarnel as their 9th pick. Marnel defines the true character of a BGK player. Hussle, Attitude, Heart. Having him in the team will be a big help for the aging kings.

TENTH PICK : AIR21

Philippe's Choice: C 6-7 MAGI SISON

Remember 2002 when this same franchise chose St. Francis of Assisi's stalwart Yancy De Ocampo? Magi looks like Yancy's carbon copy, but a smaller and agile big man. He is the next best big man after ballesteros. But we will not be surprised if he get traded on that same day.

This is only our choices feel free to comment.

See you on August 28 2011..

" Philip Zuñiga is a graduate of Philippine Normal University. He is a certified sports fan since 1996. "